“This is cool!” my daughter exclaimed after trying Botley, the new, adorable blue and green coding robot from Learning Resources. And she’s right! Botley is a cool {engaging & fun} way for children 5 + to learn hands-on coding. Even better, Botley does not require any other devices– NO smartphone or tablet required. And I […]
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3 New Products that Help Kids Learn to Code
In honor of the Hour of Code the second week of December, I wanted to share with you 3 new products that will help kids learn to code: Let’s Start Coding, Girls Who Code, and A Beginner’s Guide to Coding. Products that Help Kids Learn to Code Let’s Start Coding Let’s Start Coding Kit teaches kids […]
Continue ReadingDIY STEM Solar System Bracelet (A Great Stocking Stuffer)
Want a cool STEM stocking stuffer? We do, too. And we found it with Rosie Research’s DIY Solar System Bracelet! Of course, you can make and gift this crafty learning bracelet any time of the year. Rosie Research is the brainchild of Dr. Erica, a scientist mom who wants kids to be passionate about science. […]
Continue ReadingRobotics for Kids with Cubelets
I’m so jazzed about Cubelets — they’re a playful way to introduce robotics for kids as well as develop computational thinking (programming skills). Each little robotic block or cube is a mini-program. When magnetically snapped together with another cube or cubes, it creates a robot that can perform more complex functions. Think simple machine into complex machine […]
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These building toys make great STEM / STEAM gifts for your kids because they not only are tons of fun but they improve fine motor skills, visual perception, hand-eye coordination, concentration, and problem solving. Building Gifts for Kids 1. Jumperrobot (ages 8+) Build seven bouncing robots that use an electric motor and a spring-loaded mechanism to jump forward in a […]
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