A few years ago, subscription boxes were everywhere. At one point, the concept exploded, leading to a mad dash where countless brands chased every interest. Of course, as with every big craze, the bubble burst, and the variety scaled back. Quality over quantity, as the saying goes!
We’ve rounded up eight of the best in the business for parents, grandparents, and other gift-givers seeking a thoughtful, carefully curated subscription box for the kids in their lives. From the Build Game Box for budding game inventors to the latest from KiwiCo — one of the pioneers in the subscription box space — to sensory goodness from Meemzy Magic, check out the list below and get inspired!
BUILD GAME BOX MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION KIT
Build Game Box includes an easy-to-follow path to creation. | Source: Build Game Box
Build Game Box has everything kids need to create their own digital or physical games. | Source: Build Game Box
Build Better Games | Source: Build Game Box
Build Game Box is a monthly subscription game-design-in-a-box kit that includes everything needed to create digital and desktop games. Each monthly kit features core mechanics, print instructions, blank board and box to design, game pieces, brainstorm blind bag, and QR code to digital tools and instruction. Covering a full range of game design topics, each…
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LOVEVERY – THE PLAY KITS
The Senser is designed for babies 0-1. | Source: Lovevery
The Adventurer is designed for 1-year-olds. | Source: Lovevery
The Free Spirit is designed for 2-year-olds. | Source: Lovevery
The Analyst is designed for 3-year-olds. | Source: Lovevery
Designed for kids ages 0–5, The Play Kits are tailored to match each kid's exact stage and include thoughtfully crafted play essentials, tips, and activities. The Play Kits program is a holistic resource for parent and child, not simply a source of toys. In addition to a thoughtfully curated selection of playthings and beloved books,…
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MEEMZY MAGIC MONTHLY SENSORY KIT SUBSCRIPTION
Give kids a sensory fix every month with Meemzy Magic's Monthly Sensory Kit Subscription. Each month, kids will receive a specially curated sensory kit filled with unique items to engage the senses across thoughtful themes like outer space, dinosaurs, holidays, and more.
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HIGHLIGHTS HIGH FIVE ACTIVITY BOX
Each High Five Activity Box is comes packed with tons of fun ways for little ones and their grown-ups to explore and play together, all inspired by High Five magazine. Each themed box includes an engaging storybook, a brain-boosting activity, a keepsake craft, and tasty recipes to share. Kids can unbox hours of hands-on play…
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COMIC CRATE SUBSCRIPTION BOX
Comic Crate delivers six hand-picked comics each month. | Source: Comic Crate
Parents can choose the appropriate age range for each reader. | Source: Comic Crate
Comic Crate is a monthly comic book subscription box curated by Gene & Pam, the owners of Comics & Collectibles in Sacramento, California. Since 1998, this duo has shared its love of comic books with their own kids and thousands of others. Using their experience as parents and comic book fans, they personally select six,…
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CRUNCHLABS BUILD BOX SUBSCRIPTION
Each month, kids will receive a new build-it-yourself toy project to become an engineering superhero. Each kit includes everything that kids need to build and play, along with unlockable access to a fun and educational 15-30 minute video from engineer Mark Rober.
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KIWICO PANDA CRATE LET’S BOND!
This subscription box for babies and little ones ages 0-3 comes with toys that help little ones explore their senses of vision and hearing, gross and fine motor skills, language and communication, and more. Parents can build bonds with their newborns with the included grownup guide and five developmental toys, including a tummy time pillow…
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LITTLE PASSPORTS CRAFT DISCOVERY
Each kit in this subscription service comes with a special activity to teach young artists about everything from culture to science and everything in between! The Craft Discovery subscription kits include Flower Power, a springtime craft adventure with which kids build their own plant press and learn about plant pollination in Holland; and Spooky Shadow…
