Our 2024 STEM Holiday Gift Guide
Handpicked gifts to inspire a love of STEM
Explore our handpicked selection of STEM gifts to inspire your child's imagination this holiday season! From building robots to solving puzzles, these toys are perfect for young explorers eager to dive into science, technology, engineering, and math. More than playthings, they're tools for learning and innovation.
Sphero Indi, Screen-Free Coding Robot
Ages: 4-7
Move over, toy cars—there’s a new speedster on the block! Sphero Indi is the perfect introduction to STEM and coding for little learners. This charming robot teaches problem-solving, creativity, and computational thinking without the need for screens. Kids can design obstacle courses and program Indi’s path using color-coded tiles, unlocking hours of hands-on exploration. With Indi, young minds can drive into a world of endless learning and fun.
KEVA: Contraptions, Endless Building Fun for Curious Kids
Ages: 7+
Let your child’s imagination run wild with KEVA: Contraptions, a simple yet captivating building set. Kids can design and build ramps, funnels, chutes, and crazy creations like the "Black Hole" or "Bounce Plate." Then, they’ll test their designs to see if the ball rolls just as they planned. With no glue or connectors required, it’s all about creativity, problem-solving, and fun!
Snap Circuits: My Home, Learn How Electricity Powers Your House
Ages: 8+
Electricity is everywhere – even in your home. Whether you live in a city skyscraper or a house in the country, our homes are powered by electricity. It’s not magic, it’s science, and it’s easy to learn. With SnapCircuits: My Home, kids will build a house or city tower with real, working, 3D circuits, just like the ones you use every day. With seven colorful base grids to make your structure your own, learn how electricity travels and powers your home.
Kano Computer Kit, A Computer Anyone Can Make
Ages: 6+
Build your own computer and discover how it works! With the Kano Computer Kit, kids can snap together a Raspberry Pi-powered computer in minutes. Once assembled, they can explore coding with Python and JavaScript, play games like Minecraft, and dive into creative apps designed for learning and fun. It’s the perfect way to spark curiosity and teach real tech skills—no soldering required!
Rush Hour, A Logic Game
Ages: 8+
Solve the puzzle and clear the traffic! Rush Hour is a single-player game where kids guide the red car out of a jam-packed grid by sliding other cars and trucks out of the way. With brightly colored pieces and challenge cards offering multiple difficulty levels, this game builds critical thinking, logic, and planning skills. It’s like a brain workout disguised as fun!
Trial Coding Class at The Coding Space, A Gift That Keeps On Giving
Ages: 3-17
Gift a trial coding class at The Coding Space to your curious coder. Our coding classes bring students together each week to make progress on individual projects, dive into hands-on activities, and explore opportunities for self-expression. The Coding Space is the leading provider of coding education in NYC and has been recognized in Time Out, Nickelodeon, Good Morning America, and more.