Toy Insider’s Chief Toy Officer Laurie Schacht joined The Weather Channel to show off the smartest new STEM toys of the holiday season. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for the complete rundown of the best toys of the holiday season, be sure to check our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.
STEM STARTER BUILDER 15 PC SET
With the STEM Starter Builder 15-piece set, kids can create six geometric shapes! Includes eight equilateral triangles, two squares, one inner circle square, two circles, one logo square, and one rectangle. Kids can learn colors, shapes, and Magformers math net pull-up tricks.
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SWITCHEROO CODING CREW
Kids can practice STEM skills by assembling puzzle cards into a map, drawing a coding challenge card, and coding the vehicle to complete the mission. The set comes with three vehicle shells, 15 challenge cards, and accessories.
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MAGIC ADVENTURES MICROSCOPE
Kids can zoom in on eight double-sided smart slides that activate BBC videos and images, or use the reusable slides and the sample tray to collect their own discoveries. The microscope also has games and quizzes.
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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC HERB GARDEN GROWING KIT
Kids will plant seeds, decorate the flowerpots, and grow their own basil, oregano, and chives. The kit includes soil pods, seeds, paints, brushes, stickers, and more.
