Science toys are a wonderful and effective way to teach kids about the wonders of the world around them without boring them. Many such toys are so subtle in their scientific foundations that kids may not even be aware of the amount of science they are learning.
Many science toys targeted towards kids are in fact simplified or scaled down versions of fundamental scientific tools and instruments. By playing with simplified versions of hugely important scientific instruments, kids can begin to develop an understanding of what it is that scientists do and why their work can be fun. Other toys consist of fun, animated versions of scientific objects and concepts.
Some science toys even allow kids to build and create things, fostering in them an appreciation for experimentation and directed thinking.
The range of science toys out there is huge, and represents a great way to make learning fun for kids.
23 Examples of Fun Science
From Light-Vomiting Toys to Cadaverous Cartoon Characters:
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DIY Foam-Shooting Machine Guns
Nerf Dart Blaster Can Fire 500 Rounds Per Minute
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Textbook Biology Bedding
Dirtsa Studio's Science Pillows are Cushions for Keeners
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Light Vomiting Toys
The Marcus Tremonto ‘Lightbotz' are Colorfully Cute
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Magical Sci-Fi Gloves
‘The Force Glove’ Will Teach Kids About Magnets in a Fun Way
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Melting Board Games
'Meltdown' is a Child-Friendly Way to Educate Youngsters About Global Warming
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Cadaverous Cartoon Characters
The Mickey Mouse Anatomy Sculpture Makes Learning Fun
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Magical Physics Toys
The Feel Flux Toy Uses an Obscure Physics Principle to Confuse and Amuse You
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Robotic Building Toys
'Topobo' Construction Kit Remembers Its Motions
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Buildable Space Rovers
The NASA littleBIts Space Kit Lets Children Recreate the Mars Rover
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Double Helix Balloon Sculptures
This 10,000 Balloon Double Helix Sculpture is an Ode to Science
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Tech-Inspired Dollhouses
Roominate Inspires Little Girls to Pursue Dream Jobs Associated With Men
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Ballooning Portable Planetariums
The Inflativerse Offers a View of Space in No Time at All
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Wind-Powered Kids' Toys
Tamiya 'Loopwing' Car Blends Fun and Eco-Friendliness
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Fun Fluorescent Swingsets
The 'Swing Lamp' is an Illuminated Solution to Nighttime Fun
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Child-Friendly Activity Subscriptions
Kiwi Crate Service Offers Fun Monthly Packages to Kids
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Toddler-Friendly Microscopes
The Zoomy Handheld Digital Microscope is Perfect for Baby Einsteins
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Child-Friendly Treasure Apps
The Time Tremors App Lets Kids Learn About History in a Treasure Hunt
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Scientific Particle Puzzles
These Kids Brain Teasers are Perfect for the Scientist-in-Training
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Scientific Crayon Sets
Chemistry Crayons Let Your Child Color Inside the Periodic Table's Lines
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Kid-Friendly Spud Experiments
Potato Chip Science Demonstrates the Power of the Potato
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Toy Brick Atom Smashers
The LEGO Large Hadron Collider Makes Science Fun
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Building Block Space Vehicles
The LEGO Mars Curiosity Rover Set is Fan-Made
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Playful Cosmic Displays
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Kid-Powered Imagination Campaigns
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Imaginative Soft Toys
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Educational Climate Change Toys
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Witty Toy-Brand Horror Posters
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Eco-Friendly Racing Toys
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Innovative Toy Creations
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Vitamin Shot Stalls
Plenish Set Up a Little Shot Shop Staffed by Knowledgeable Kids
Sustainable Kinetic Sand Toys
Kinetic Sand Project Planet Encourages Ecosystem Protection
Interactive Early Education Toys
Tokidos PlayCubes Have a Screen-Free Design
GenAI Storybook Illustrators
Storybooks Turns Kids' Beloved Toys into Main Characters
Superhero-Themed Puzzled Advent Calendars
LEGO Unveils a Festive Avengers Advent Calendar
Introductory STEM Toy Sets
The Zig & Go from Djeco Combines Music and Forces in an Educational Toy
Kid-Envisioned Urban Environments
The Little Big Playmat Takes a Creative Path to Design Problems
Kids' Interactive Sensory Toys
Storypods Debuts Interactive and Multisensory Toys
Kid-Focused Musical Toothbrushes
Jack N' Jill Presents the Kids Electric Musical Toothbrush
Engaging Science-Inspired Activities
The Ontario Science Centre is Engaging Families During Winter
Nature-Inspired Pet Toys
A Team of Designers Create the Unique Triangle Toy for Pets
AI-Enhanced STEM Toys
The Kidx Classbox Fuses Montessori Methods with NFC Tech & AI
Playful Restaurant Pop-Ups
The Play-Doh Restaurant of Imagination Turns Kids' Creations Edible
Snack-Themed Textbooks
FUNdamental Textbooks by Heinz Make Learning More Playful
Crowdfunded Circular Childrens Toys
Tiny Earth Toys is Launching a Kickstarter for 'Tiny Spaces'
Early Development Toys
Spin Master Collaborated on the Educational Ms. Rachel Collection
Space-Exploring STEAM Toys
LeapFrog's Magic Adventures™ Line Arrives for Kids Five and Up
Travel-Inspired Toy Catalogs
The Tennessee Playcation Catalog Shares the Joy of Travel
Family-Friendly Interactive Museums
LEGO's Superpower Studios is Devoted to Hands-On Play
Sex Toy-Resembling Wooden Tools
Craig Green Designs the Unique Jumbo Wooden Tools
Multisensory Toy Boxes
The Janod Boxes Stimulate Sight, Touch, Hearing and More
Creativity Time Capsules
Crayola's Campaign for Creativity Reunites Adults with Childhood Art
Child-Friendly Camera Concepts
The Camera for Kids Concept Reimagines the Digital Camera
Faux Christmas Candle Kits
LEGO Unveils its Festive Christmas Table Decoration Set
Interactive Screen-Free Games
Spin & Play® Encourages Physical Activity and Cognitive Development
Playful AI Tools
Morrama Releases Concept Collection of AI Tools for Children's Mental Health
Kids' Money Management Books
'The Adventures of Ca$hman & Supersaver' Promotes Financial Awareness
Autonomous Vehicle Kits
This Kit Teaches Kids How AI is Changing Transportation Dynamics
Sustainability-Oriented Kids Toys
Learning Resources Unveils a New Sustainable Toy Capsule
Educational Plush Toys
Slumberkins' 'Dragon Egg Hatchlings' Toys Inspire Emotional Development
Screen-Free Pre-School Speakers
The Learn with Peppa Tonie Supports Pre-Readers with Audio Content
Multi-Sensory Play Experiences
Plush Toy 'MediTATE' Promotes Kids' Mindfulness
Geometric Design Toys
The Little Toy by Eames Office Has Been Revived After Six Decades
Experiment-Based Playsets
Moose Toys' Beast Lab Reinvigorates Action Figure Category
Phygital Fairy Toys
The HOLOBRITE Pixie Lantern Mixes Physical and Digital Play
Gen Alpha Creativity Workshops
The LEGO Group Launched Free Creativity Workshops for Ages 6-12
Food-Based Toy Block Alternatives
LEGO Replaces its Plastic Bricks with a Eco-Friendly Options
Tape Crafting Kits
Curious Universe's Nano Tape Magic Kits Create Fun Crafts for Kids
Lab-Grown Reproductive Biology
A Team of Researchers Work on the Testis Organoids Project
Award-Winning Magnetic Building Sets
MAGNA-TILES® Affirms Itself as a Leader in Educational Toys
Buildable Paper Playsets
Playper's Curious Kingdom: Castle Playset Encourages Creativity
Fuzzy Musical Collectibles
Furblets are Interactive Toys That Introduce Furby to a New Generation
Squishing Jellybean-Scented Toys
Jelly Belly Squishi Toys Come in 12 Different Scents
Book-Themed Collectibles
Booksy's Tiny Books & Figures Inspire a Love of Reading in Kids
Kid-Friendly Telescopes
The LeapFrog Magic Adventures Telescope Shares Images Taken by NASA
Science-Backed Literacy Games
Kangaroo Cravings is a Learn-to-Read Game Based on Brain Science
Brand-Led Global Studies
The LEGO Group Conducted a Study That May Inform Market Decisions
Kid-Inspired Learning Programs
Staples Has Announced the Expansion of Staples Kids Learn + Play
Space-Themed Home Decor Collection
IKEA Introduces its new Cosmic AFTONSPARV Collection
Dream-Centric Toy Guides
The LEGO Group Calls Attention to Its Dream Crafting Concept
Brainteaser Advent Calendars
The Project Genius Advent Calendar Shares 12 Days of Puzzles
Colorful Kid's Toy Lines
Battat and Walmart Introduce a Line of Preschool and Pretend Play Toys
Festive Memory-Making Toys
Slumberkins' Yeti to Shine Helps Kids Embrace New Holiday Traditions
Smart Sensory Toys
Peel&Play Has Interlocking Pieces That Can Be Peeled & Rebuilt
Discarded Toys-Created Homes
Wallmakers Designs the Toy Storey Home with Repurposed Toys
GenAI Bedtime Stories
SmartDreams Uses AI to Help Kids Craft Their Own Stories
Sensory Explorative Art Exhibitions
Chromasonic Presents the Making Sense of Color Exhibition
Emotional Well-Being Dolls
Kid Kreations' Heartfuls Support Self-Belief and Resilience in Children
Kid-Friendly Digital Coloring
PalettePlay.art Has Customizable Coloring Book Templates
Branded Education Engagement Reports
The LEGO Education Report Offers a Look into the Classroom
90s Toy Holiday Trees
Furbtrees are Introducing the Next Generation of Furby Across the UK
Toy-Specific Storage Systems
Step2 Debuts a Toy Storage Box for Developing Organizational Skills
Cognitive Toy Subscriptions
Lovevery is a Subscription that Delivers Developmental Toys to Kids
Greenery-Packed Museum Buildings
This Science Museum is Designed Around a Central Park
Mechanical Kinetic Motion Toys
Mezmoglobe's Luna is its Latest Complex Kinetic Desk Toy
Squishy Fortune-Telling Toys
This Fortune Teller Squish Ball Reveals Answers with a Squeeze
Comprehensive Math-Learning Experiences
Math Learner Uses Games to Make Math Fun for Young Kids
Life-Size In-Store Countdowns
Toys R Us Asia and Craig & Karl Created an Advent Calendar for All
Reprogrammable Robot Companions
Quarky Teaches Kids AI, Robotics and Programming Through Play
Sustainable Seasonal Chocolate Treats
PLAYin CHOC Christmas ToyChoc Boxes are Eco-Friendly
Insect Habitat Toys
Smart Lab Toys' Insect Inspector Lab Bug Playground Encourages STEM Learning
Life Lesson Animated Cartoons
Gary Vaynerchuk Launches the VeeFriends Cartoon Series
Youth-Focused Architectural Toys
The Freckled Frog's 'Happy Architect' Toy is for Curious Youth
Good-Natured Mischief Toys
Slumberkins' Vlad & Frank Midnight Mischief Set Teaches Responsibility
Baby-Focused Learning Toys
Matchstick Monkey's Playtime Toys Help Babies Develop Fine Motor Skills
Play-Inspiring Workshops
LEGO is Sharing a Free Workshop Series Featuring Renowned Creatives
Bilingual Baby Toys
Bebé Fuerte Explores Movement as Play
DIY Robotics Toys
The WindBots from Thames & Kosmos are Intricate Learning Toys
Cartoon Trivia Games
Cartoon Quiz Asks Trivia About Beloved Animated Characters
Gamified Digital Learning Platforms
Khired Kids Teaches Children Robotics, Coding, and More
Mess-Free Eco Craft Kits
Brainstorm's Create N Colour Let Kids Magically Paint with Water
Multifunctional Building Planks
'KEVA Planks' are Diverse Building Toys for All Ages
Kid-Friendly Microvibration Toothbrushes
The Philips One for Kids Supports Healthy Lifetime Habits
Child-Friendly Knife Sets
Little Kitchen Academy's Progressive Knife Set Instils Confidence
Playtime-Encouraging Toy Capsules
Oreo Unveils the Art of Play Toys in Black and White
Nature-Inspired Playdate Card Games
The Spilled Mushrooms Card Game is a Puzzle Game
Simplistic Dynamic Game Experiences
Joelle Tindall Created the Unique Touch Egg Game
Bean-Shaped Vibrant Chalks
Areaware Presents the Colorful New Bean Chalks for Imaginative Drawing
Space-Inspired Toy Collections
Stomp Rocket® Debuts the Space Collection at Target & Toy Retailers
Block Puzzle Modular Dollhouses
Gavin Portillo and Mario Ledo Create a Dollhouse Concept
Children's Wearable Blankets
Super Blanky Encourages Adventure and Positivity
Kid-Friendly Portable Projectors
Little Tikes' Story Dream Machine Supports Early Literacy
Personalized Child Education Apps
Sandbox Group Launches the PlayKids+ Application for Ages 2-12
Personalized Bedtime Stories
StoryGenius Let's Parents Insert Their Children Into Books
Jelly Bean-Inspired Toy Collections
These Jelly Belly Toys Were Created with the Incredible Group
AI Kid's Coloring Tools
ColorCraft AI Offers Educational and Engaging Art for Kids
Battery-Packed Advent Calendars
Currys LOGIK AAdvent Calendar Takes an Unexpected Approach
Witty Plushie Toys
Punchkins are 'Punny' Collectibles with 3D Details
Functional Gaming Toys
Nintendo's Latest Gashapon Toys Can be Added as Controller Parts
Life-Sized Toy Construction Sets
The Funphix' 'Standard' is an Educational Outdoor Playset
Transformational Cell Phone Tools
The Make-Roscope Transforms Your Phone into a Microscope
Kid-Friendly Headphones
Tronsmart's Headphones for Kids are Foldable, Durable and Comfortable
AI ABC Games
ABC Finder Uses AI to Teach Children Foundational Knowledge
Gamified Children's Productivity Apps
Kangaroutine Helps Kids Who Struggle with Routines
Christmas-Inspired Summer Campaigns
Toys for Tots Supports Children with Christmas in July
Personalized Story Creators
TinkerTell Offers AI-Crafted Stories That Make Every Child the Hero
Custom AI Learning Stories
LearningStory Creates AI Topic-Based Stories to Engage Young Learners
Learning-Focused Robotics Toys
The Robots In Motion Building Set Ignites STEM Interest in Youth
Child-Friendly AI Tutors
GPTKids is a Homework Helper That Supports Kids and Their Parents
Phone-Style Counting Toys
Leapfrog's Chat & Count Emoji Phone Mimics a Real Phone to Teach Numbers
Kid's Felt Building Kits
KNOP KNOP Launches Creative Felt Building Kits for Children's STEM Play
Immersive Space Exhibitions
‘Beyond the Light’ Immerses Guests in NASA’s Scientific Discoveries
Kid-Friendly Financial Support Apps
Goaly Offers Financial Lessons for Kids and Their Parents
Light-Powered Racing Toys
Light’n Race Uses and Teaches Fundamental Physics Principles
Skill-Building Play Kitchens
The Real Life Play Kitchen by Lovevery Safely Sharpens Motor Skills
Stimulating Word Association Games
Worlds of Words Challenges Players to Think Outside the Box
Playful Toy-Inspired Exhibits
The Eames Institute of Infinite Curiosity Debuts Toys & Play Exhibit
Summarized Neuroscience News
Neurotech News Summarizes the Science World Without the Jargon
Play-Encouraging Intational Holidays
The UN Officially Marks the Inaugural Day of Play
Human Physio-Themed Lamps
Taras Yoom Designs the Dif Lamp with Physiological Themes
Kid-Friendly Joke Platforms
Knock Knock Jokes For Kids is a Safe Space for Children to Laugh
Virtual Lab Simulators
Experimenters Circuits Offers Hands-On Exploration with a Virtual 3D Lab
Imaginative Pared-Back Art Supplies
Woset Designs a Range of Stationary and Furniture for Kids
Efficient Fact Generators
Facts Generator Can Produce Interesting Facts About Any Subject
Educational Nature Quizzes
The H-TENS Nature & Solar IQ Quiz Puts Your Knowledge to the Test
Air Balloon-Inspired Lamp Concepts
Kubra Sen Imagines the Creative Air Balloon Lamp Design
Personalized Bedtime Story Generators
Bumble Stories Creates Bedtime Stories Featuring Your Child