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Illuminate Creativity with Creatto!
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The Thames & Kosmos Creatto Glowing Panda & Monochrome Crew Light-Up 3D Puzzle Kit is a fantastic way to spark creativity and critical thinking in children. This fun DIY activity not only helps kids develop fine motor skills through hands-on building but also encourages imaginative storytelling as they play with their unique creations. Perfect for fostering a love of art and design, this kit transforms simple puzzle pieces into illuminated masterpieces that can brighten up any room! 8+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, problem solving, storytelling, spatial reasoning, critical thinking
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Illuminate Creativity with Creatto! features glowing 3D puzzle pieces that turn into lit-up masterpieces, inspiring kids to build and narrate their very own imaginative adventures.
Create Magic with Sparkle Unicorn & Friends!
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Thames & Kosmos Creatto: Sparkle Unicorn & Friends Light-Up Craft Puzzle is an imaginative journey waiting to unfold! As we engage our little ones in building and crafting, they not only enhance their fine motor skills but also spark creativity and storytelling. Each kit invites endless possibilities with just two primary components, making it perfect for collaborative play and innovative thinking. Plus, when lit up, the creations add a magical touch to any room, celebrating our children's individuality and artistic flair! 4-12 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, storytelling, problem solving, collaborative play, innovative thinking
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Create Magic with Sparkle Unicorn & Friends! invites imaginative journeys with its light-up feature, turning every child's creation into a glowing masterpiece that brightens any room.
Creatto Rainbow Butterfly: Illuminate Learning Fun
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Thames & Kosmos Creatto Rainbow Butterfly Light-Up 3D Puzzle Kit opens the door to an enchanting world of creativity and learning! This innovative DIY activity not only engages children in hands-on building but also fosters vital skills like problem-solving and spatial awareness as they design their own illuminated masterpieces. With just two primary components, kids can create anything from stunning butterflies to elegant ball gowns, igniting their imagination while nurturing their artistic expression. It's a mesmerizing display piece that transforms any room into a personal gallery of creativity and fun adventures. 8+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, spatial awareness, creativity, fine motor skills, artistic expression
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Creatto Rainbow Butterfly features two primary components that let kids build illuminated designs, sparking creativity and transforming rooms into vibrant art galleries filled with their inventions.
Illuminating Creativity with Nature
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The Thames & Kosmos Creatto American Bald Eagle & Frontier Friends Light-Up 3D Puzzle Kit invites kids to explore their creativity while learning about wildlife! This engaging DIY activity fosters problem-solving skills and spatial awareness as children assemble their own illuminated craft creations. With step-by-step visual instructions and online videos, this kit encourages independent learning while providing countless play opportunities and beautiful decor for any space. 8+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, spatial awareness, creativity, independent learning, design thinking, fine motor skills
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Illuminating Creativity with Nature features step-by-step visual instructions that transform children into little wildlife architects, blending hands-on fun with environmental appreciation in one glowing package.
Thames & Kosmos Easy Electric Circuits Kit
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Thames & Kosmos Easy Electric Circuits STEM Kit is a fantastic introduction to the world of electricity for curious young minds! With 15 exciting experiments, children can explore essential concepts like circuits, voltage, and LEDs while building five dynamic motorized models. As both parents and educators, we love how this kit fosters creativity, critical thinking, and hands-on learning. It's the perfect way to spark interest in STEM fields while having a blast creating projects like a walking lion or a spinning optical illusion! 8+ years
Develops skills:
creativity, critical thinking, problem solving, basic electronics, hands-on learning, motor skills
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Thames & Kosmos Easy Electric Circuits Kit offers 15 exciting experiments that make understanding circuits and voltage feel like a grand adventure in experimentation and creativity!
Illuminate Creativity with Polar Bears
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The Thames & Kosmos Creatto Northern Lights Polar Bear & Winter Pals Light-Up 3D Puzzle Kit is an enchanting way to spark creativity and engage young minds. This DIY activity encourages problem-solving skills, spatial reasoning, and teamwork as kids construct their own delightful 3D models while exploring themes of winter and nature. With an emphasis on artistic expression and imaginative play, it’s perfect for shining a light on a child's unique creativity at home or in the classroom. 8+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, spatial reasoning, teamwork, creativity, artistic expression
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Illuminate Creativity with Polar Bears features a delightful light-up 3D puzzle kit that sparks imagination and encourages collaborative building—perfect for turning winter blues into colorful creativity!
Dino-Sized Creativity Awaits!
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The Thames & Kosmos Creatto Dino Planet Light-Up 3D Puzzle Kit is an inventive way for kids to explore their creativity while learning fundamental engineering concepts. With just two building components, children will enhance their problem-solving skills and spatial awareness as they assemble magnificent dinosaurs like the Brachiosaurus and T. Rex. Not only does this captivating kit ignite their imagination through interactive play, but it also decorates their space with stunning illuminated art that showcases their unique creations. 8+ years
Develops skills:
creativity, problem solving, spatial awareness, engineering concepts, fine motor skills, imaginative play
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Dino-Sized Creativity Awaits! features two building components that let kids create stunning illuminated dinosaur art while leveling up their engineering skills and imagination.
Unleash Magic with Thames & Kosmos Gold Edition
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Thames & Kosmos Magic: Gold Edition is the perfect gateway for young magicians to ignite their imagination and develop vital skills while having a blast! With 150 tricks to master, this playset encourages creativity, problem-solving, and fine motor skills as kids learn the art of magic using colorful props. The engaging 96-page full-color manual and free online video tutorials ensure that every trick is accessible and enjoyable, making it easy for kids aged 8 and up to impress family and friends. Plus, as they practice and perform, they'll gain confidence and social skills that extend far beyond the world of magic! 8+ years
Develops skills:
creativity, problem solving, fine motor skills, social skills, confidence, critical thinking
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Unleash Magic with Thames & Kosmos Gold Edition includes 150 tricks to learn, letting kids dazzle their friends while boosting creativity and confidence in a fun way.
Thames & Kosmos Metal Detector for Kids
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Thames & Kosmos Metal Detector Essential STEM Tool for Kids invites young explorers to discover a world of adventure right in their own backyard! With the ability to detect metal objects buried up to 6 inches deep, this lightweight and ergonomically designed tool encourages kids aged 8 and up to engage in hands-on learning about science and nature. As they hunt for treasures like gold, silver, and copper, they also develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and an understanding of their environment. Perfect for promoting outdoor play, the easy-to-use design ensures that kids of all sizes can join in the fun and excitement of exploration! 8+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, problem solving, outdoor exploration, environmental science, hands-on learning
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Thames & Kosmos Metal Detector for Kids encourages treasure hunting up to 6 inches deep, turning every backyard into a playground of discovery and hands-on science.
Squishmallows Glitter Slime Fun!
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Original Squishmallows Glitter Slime is a delightful twist on sensory play that we can't get enough of! This pre-made, chocolate-scented, mint-colored slime encourages hands-on creativity as our kids mix in rainbow sprinkles and glitter to enhance their sensory experience. With Maya the Ice Cream charm, children not only engage their fine motor skills and improve hand-eye coordination, but they also explore imaginative play! We love how it provides a relaxing, squishy escape, while keeping learning fun and engaging! 6+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, imaginative play, sensory exploration, creativity
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Squishmallows Glitter Slime Fun! features chocolate-scented, mint-colored slime that transforms creative hands-on play into a relaxing sensory experience filled with sparkles and charm.
Unlock Fun with Escape: Desolated City Puzzle
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Ravensburger Escape: Desolated City is an exhilarating jigsaw puzzle that doubles as an escape room experience! As we gather around this beautifully crafted 368-piece puzzle, we find ourselves diving into an imaginative world where problem-solving and teamwork reign supreme. Not only does it challenge our minds and enhance critical thinking skills, but it also fosters collaborative spirit as we work together to uncover hidden clues and ensure survival. Perfect for family game nights or gatherings with friends, this engaging puzzle brings a unique blend of education and entertainment right into our living rooms. 12+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, critical thinking, teamwork, patience, spatial reasoning, collaboration
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Unlock Fun with Escape: Desolated City Puzzle features 368 pieces that challenge our problem-solving skills while turning family time into an adventurous escape room experience.
Escape into Learning with Ravensburger Puzzle
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Ravensburger Escape Puzzle - Space Observatory is not just a puzzle; it's an entire escape room experience waiting to unfold right in your living room! As we piece together this engaging 759-piece jigsaw, we boost critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and teamwork, making it perfect for family game nights or group gatherings. Crafted with precision and a commitment to sustainability, this puzzle offers a unique challenge that means each piece is a delightful surprise. Plus, it's a fantastic way to unwind while sparking curiosity about space and science for kids aged 12 and up. 12+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, spatial reasoning, focus, attention to detail
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Escape into Learning with Ravensburger Puzzle includes 759 engaging pieces that transform family game nights into epic quests for knowledge, combining fun and education in one delightful experience.
Unlock! Escape Adventures: Fun Family Puzzles
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Unlock! Escape Adventures card game brings the thrill of escape rooms right to our living room. Designed for kids and adults alike, this cooperative game not only sparks excitement but also promotes teamwork and problem-solving skills through interactive gameplay. As fellow parents, we appreciate how it encourages our kids to think critically and collaborate with others while unraveling engaging narratives. With its easy-to-follow tutorial, families can dive right in and enjoy an hour of immersive adventure together, creating memories and learning moments along the way. 10+ years
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teamwork, problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, communication, narrative engagement
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Unlock! Escape Adventures includes engaging narratives that transform family game night into an epic quest for teamwork and problem-solving, turning our living rooms into thrilling escape rooms.
Unlock Fun with Escape The Room
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ThinkFun Escape The Room Stargazer's Manor is an adventurous escape room game that sparks critical thinking and logical reasoning among players aged 10 and up. We all know how much our kids enjoy a good mystery, and this game empowers them to use their problem-solving skills as they work together to uncover secrets and solve puzzles. With its engaging content and immersive experience for 3-8 players, it's perfect for family game nights or a creative challenge at birthday parties. Trust me, we love how this game not only entertains but also nurtures essential cognitive skills in a fun way! 10+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, logical reasoning, teamwork, problem solving, communication
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Unlock Fun with Escape The Room features engaging puzzles that transform family game night into a thrilling adventure, fostering teamwork and sharp minds while challenging them to solve mysteries.
Midnight Spooktacular: Escape Room Fun!
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EXIT: The Game - Kids - Midnight Spooktacular invites young minds to attend a mysterious costume party at Castle Shudderstone! We love that this game combines cooperation with critical thinking, as children solve tricky riddles and puzzles together. It encourages teamwork and communication while developing problem-solving skills in a fun, engaging environment. Plus, the language-independent cards make it accessible for everyone, ensuring that all kids can join the spooky adventure, whether they're seasoned players or new to escape room games! 7-12 years
Develops skills:
teamwork, critical thinking, problem solving, communication, cooperation, creativity
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Midnight Spooktacular: Escape Room Fun! features language-independent cards, ensuring a spooktacular time for every child while building essential collaboration skills in mystery-solving adventures.
Wizard School Escape Puzzle Adventure
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Ravensburger Kids Wizard School Escape is not just a puzzle; it's a magical adventure waiting for your child! As they piece together the enchanting scenes, they'll develop critical thinking skills and enhance their problem-solving abilities. This unique escape room experience encourages teamwork and communication, making it a fantastic way for families to bond while engaging in mindful puzzling. Plus, with its high-quality materials and vibrant imagery, it's a gift that sparks creativity and joy in every puzzler aged 9 and up! 9+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, problem solving, teamwork, communication, spatial reasoning, creativity
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Wizard School Escape Puzzle Adventure transforms puzzle-solving into a magical experience that boosts teamwork and communication, making family time both educational and enchanting!
Solve Mysteries Together with Escape Room Fun
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Talking Tables Host Your Own Escape Room Game Kyoto Edition is the perfect way to engage your family in a night of thrilling problem-solving! With puzzles that challenge critical thinking and teamwork, this interactive game encourages collaboration and communication among players aged 14+. As parents, we know how important it is to develop our kids' skills in a fun and exciting way, and setting the scene for an immersive escape experience truly elevates learning. Let the gripping atmosphere and pre-made playlist transport you to another world as your family works together to crack codes and uncover clues! 14+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, teamwork, problem solving, communication, creativity, collaboration
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Solve Mysteries Together with Escape Room Fun includes immersive puzzles that transform family game night into an adventure of critical thinking and collaboration—who knew learning could be such a blast?
Escape Room Adventure: Werewolf Experiment
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Mattel Games Escape Room in a Box the Werewolf Experiment is the perfect way to bring together families and friends for an unforgettable night of problem-solving fun! This cooperative game challenges teens and adults to work as a team to escape from the clutches of a mad scientist—all while fostering critical thinking and communication skills. With 19 engaging 2D and 3D puzzles, players will dive into an immersive experience that sharpens their logic and creativity, while also offering the thrill of racing against the clock. Plus, the option to connect to Amazon Alexa adds an extra layer of interactive excitement that keeps everyone engaged! 13+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, teamwork, problem solving, logic, creativity, communication
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Escape Room Adventure: Werewolf Experiment includes 19 engaging puzzles that turn family game night into a thrilling team-building escapade while fostering those brainy skills we all cherish.
Enchanted Castle Escape Room Adventure
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Talking Tables Enchanted Castle Escape Room Game for Kids offers a magical experience that captivates and educates! As we embark on this thrilling quest to rescue the dragon Okarth from the clutches of the evil wizard Zeidan, we’ll find ourselves solving intricate puzzles and decoding clues. This game fosters teamwork, critical thinking, and creativity, making it a wonderful tool for developing problem-solving skills in kids aged 9 and up. Plus, it's an ideal family bonding activity that encourages communication and collaboration—all from the comfort of our own home. 9+ years
Develops skills:
teamwork, critical thinking, creativity, problem solving, communication, collaboration
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Enchanted Castle Escape Room Adventure includes intricate puzzles that make family game night feel like an epic quest, fostering creativity and critical thinking right from our living room.
Escape from The Space Station Adventure
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Professor Puzzle: Escape from The Space Station is an exhilarating mini escape room game that transports players on an intergalactic mission filled with challenges and excitement! Perfect for ages 12 and up, this game encourages critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving as players tackle 12 unique picture-maze-solution puzzles. Each puzzle unlocks a letter from a strange alphabet, guiding players to decode a mysterious note and ultimately escape before time runs out. It's not just fun—it's a fantastic way for our budding thinkers to exercise their logic, observation, and deduction skills while sparking their imaginations in a thrilling race against time! 12+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, teamwork, problem solving, observation, deduction, spatial reasoning
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Escape from The Space Station Adventure includes 12 unique picture-maze-solution puzzles that make logic feel like an intergalactic thrill ride, sparking imagination while exercising important thinking skills.
Timeless Gyroscope Learning Tool
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The Thames & Kosmos Gyroscope is a classic scientific device that brings physics to life for curious minds. Perfect for exploring concepts of motion, forces, and gravity, this engaging tool offers hands-on experiments that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and spatial awareness. Parents and educators will love how it blends nostalgic play with essential STEM learning, making science both fun and accessible! 8+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, problem solving, spatial awareness, understanding motion, hands-on experimentation
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Timeless Gyroscope Learning Tool offers hands-on experiments that make complex physics concepts feel like an engaging game, turning every twirl into a lightbulb moment for young minds.
Jurassic World Dino Dig Adventure
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The Thames & Kosmos Jurassic World Dominion Dinosaur Dig is an exciting excavation kit that brings paleontology to life! With custom Jurassic World tools, kids will learn about fossilization, dinosaurs, and the science of DNA while developing fine motor skills and hands-on problem-solving. Perfect for sparking curiosity in young explorers, this kit makes learning about the prehistoric world both engaging and educational. 5+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, problem solving, critical thinking, scientific inquiry, teamwork
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Jurassic World Dino Dig Adventure includes custom Jurassic World tools, transforming kids into junior paleontologists while they unearth fossils and spark curiosity about dinosaurs.
Escape the Museum with Fun Puzzles
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Talking Tables Museum Themed Escape Room Game for Kids is the perfect way to spark curiosity and critical thinking in our young adventurers! As we navigate through 18 unique puzzles and codes, our children will enhance their problem-solving skills and teamwork abilities, all while having a blast with family and friends. This interactive game not only makes for a thrilling game night but also enriches their learning experience through engaging storytelling and creative play. Plus, with fun extras like a photo booth frame, it’s a memory-making opportunity as well! 9+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, teamwork, critical thinking, creativity, storytelling
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Escape the Museum with Fun Puzzles features 18 unique puzzles, making family game night an exciting blend of adventure, learning, and teamwork that sparks curiosity.
Medieval Physics Adventure Kit
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The Thames & Kosmos Catapult Engineering STEM Maker Kit inspires kids to design and build six exciting medieval machines, including catapults and trebuchets. This engaging kit not only nurtures creativity and critical thinking but also deepens understanding of mechanical physics concepts like force, energy, and motion through hands-on activities and experiments. Perfect for young engineers aged 8 and up, it transforms learning into an epic adventure filled with fun and discovery! 8+ years
Develops skills:
engineering, critical thinking, creativity, mechanical physics, problem solving
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Medieval Physics Adventure Kit includes six exciting medieval machines that turn complex concepts like force and motion into a thrilling hands-on engineering adventure.
Solar-Powered Robot Adventure
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Thames & Kosmos SolarBots: Cosmic Explorers STEM Experiment Kit is a captivating way for kids to dive into the world of solar energy while building five unique robots. By fostering skills in engineering, problem-solving, and critical thinking, this kit empowers young explorers to understand sustainable technology in a fun, hands-on way. Parents and educators can feel confident that this interactive experience will spark curiosity and creativity in their budding scientists! 8+ years
Develops skills:
engineering, problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, hands-on learning
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Solar-Powered Robot Adventure features five unique robots that kids can build, making renewable energy truly fascinating and fun, one solar bot at a time.
Excavate Pirate Treasure Adventure
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The Thames & Kosmos I Dig It! Treasure - Pirate Treasure Excavation Kit invites young explorers to uncover hidden treasures just like real archaeologists! This engaging, hands-on activity not only sparks curiosity about history and geology but also enhances fine motor skills through digging, chiseling, and brushing. As children unearth metal coins and colorful gems, they can craft their own pirate keychains, merging creativity with learning in a fun and safe environment. 6+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, history exploration, geology understanding, problem solving
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Excavate Pirate Treasure Adventure includes real digging tools, turning kids into mini archaeologists as they uncover treasures, spark curiosity, and create their own pirate keychains.
Explore Real Fossils with Excitement
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Thames & Kosmos I Dig It! Fossils lets kids dive into the captivating world of paleontology by excavating real fossil specimens. This hands-on kit is designed to engage young minds in scientific exploration, enhancing their critical thinking skills and sparking curiosity about ancient life. With quality educational materials and an engaging manual, parents and educators will appreciate how it nurtures knowledge while fostering a love for science in their little explorers. 8+ years
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critical thinking, scientific exploration, curiosity, fine motor skills, problem solving
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Explore Real Fossils with Excitement includes real fossil specimens that turn young explorers into mini paleontologists, igniting a passion for science with every exciting excavation.
Creative Robot Adventures for Kids
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The Thames & Kosmos Kids First Robot Engineer STEM Experiment Kit is an exciting entry point into robotics for young learners. Engaging children through playful storytelling and hands-on building, this kit helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills as they construct 10 unique robots. With its focus on simple machines, our kiddos can enjoy a fun, interactive way to learn about gears and movement, all while unleashing their creativity! Preschool
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critical thinking, problem solving, creativity, engineering, hands-on learning, collaboration, spatial reasoning
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Creative Robot Adventures for Kids lets young learners construct 10 unique robots while exploring gears and movement, making STEM fun and engaging through imaginative play.
Magical Robotics Safari Adventure
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Thames & Kosmos Kids First: Robot Safari is an exciting introduction to motorized machines for kids aged 5 to 7. Through building adorable robotic animals like unicorns and narwhals, children develop fine motor skills and engage in hands-on engineering, all while following a captivating story that sparks their imagination and curiosity about STEM concepts. It's a wonderful choice for parents and educators looking to inspire creativity and foundational engineering understanding in young minds. 5-7 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, engineering, creativity, problem solving, storytelling, curiosity
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Magical Robotics Safari Adventure includes building adorable robotic animals that inspire creativity while introducing young minds to the enchanting world of STEM in a playful way.
Fun with Human Body Anatomy!
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Thames & Kosmos Gross Anatomy: Make-Your-Own Squishy Human Body STEM Experiment Kit offers a delightful and interactive introduction to human anatomy for curious minds. This engaging kit fosters creativity and critical thinking as children mix colorful slimes and create tactile models of major organs, promoting fine motor skills and scientific inquiry. It's a hands-on learning experience that appeals to parents and educators alike, being both informative and incredibly fun! 8+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, critical thinking, scientific inquiry, problem solving
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Fun with Human Body Anatomy! offers a hands-on experience with colorful slimes to create squishy organ models, making science engaging and messy—in the best way possible!