Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined Chicago Now on FOX 32 in Chicago to talk about the smartest STEM toys of the holiday season. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for a rundown of the best toys, games, and gifts of the season, check out our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.
LEGO TECHNIC FERRARI FXX K
Tweens can engage in Ferrari-themed fun by assembling this 867-piece car model set. Inspired by the Ferrari FXX K vehicle, this model features authentic details and moving functions.
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GECKO RUN MARBLE RUN
The set takes classic marble runs to the next level with creative challenges and pieces that attach to any smooth surface. Kids can create hills and jumps, and even turn corners to create tricks and stunts.
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AIR TOOBZ
This STEM-based set features a kid-safe turbine that sends foam balls flying through a network of modular tubes and connectors that kids can arrange however they'd like for fun and educational experimentation.
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AIR TOOBZ TOOBZSTERS
Kids can use their Air Toobz (sold separately) to launch the five Toobzsters into the air. Each is covered in brightly colored fur and is compatible with Air Toobz contraptions.
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PIXICADE! INSTANT GAME MAKER
Draw characters and levels, snap a picture of your creation, and start playing your very own video game. Includes five washable markers and a 108-page game design book.
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TAMAGOTCHI PARADISE
With more than 50,000 possible characters to nurture, kids can use the zoom lens to explore their characters on a celluar level, then zoom out to explore the planet. Dock two together to play with a friend.

