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Unique Lego sets will delight the kids and they make fun Lego gifts.

STEM activities have captured the attention and imagination of parents, educators, and kids. With all the High-Tech Toys for Kids that are available now, you can find just the right gift for every child. Hands-on experiences for kids are a brilliant way for them to explore and learn. There are also some awesome Hands-on Science Activity Books available.

Xtronaut: The Game of Solar System Exploration is a unique board game that is perfect for children interested in science and the solar system. Children will learn what it takes to have an actual space mission.

Our kids have been enjoying learning about physics. The Physics Workshop has a variety of projects for the kids and the directions are clear enough for the kids to follow on their own.

The budding mechanical engineer will go wild for Discovering Stem Mechanics Pulley Drives Building Kit. This all-inclusive kit can make a variety of simple machines. After the kids have fun building their machine, they will love exploring how these simple machines work.

We have been fans of Snap Circuits for a long time. Their kits are easy to use and can make so many different contraptions. We were super excited to see that there is now a Snap Circuits Alternative Energy Green available.

Math Missions is a fast-paced game that “builds real-world math skills”. We also really like that the game can adjust according to each child’s level and progress.

Brain Quest Smart Game is an engaging game that incorporates a variety of subjects into the gameplay. This is a game that the kids will want to play again and again!

“The K’NEX Education – Elementary Math and Geometry Set allows students to build, investigate and explore geometry concepts, vocabulary, and structures in a 2-D and 3-D world.” I was so excited when I found this toy. So many kids love to build. Incorporating math, geometry, and building is a brilliant way to get the kids laughing while they learn.

We like to involve movement with learning so Learning Resources Math Mat Challenge is a great fit for our children and the children we work with. Kids answer math questions by stomping on the mat.

Who doesn’t love a good treasure hunt? UNBORED Treasure Hunt Game is a “seriously fun activity kit will teach your child about mapping and using a compass.”

Brain Freeze From MIGHTY FUN encourages taking turns, speech-language skills, problem-solving and the best part is the kids want to play this game over and over again. It is also a game that players of different ages can all enjoy playing.

We are always looking for cooperative games. It teaches us all the value of working together. Family Pastimes Caves and Claws – A Co-operative Adventure Game is a winner. The game has three parts. First, players have to build the paths to the abandoned caves and temples. Second, using the paths, search for and discover the treasures. Finally, everyone must return safely to base camp with what they gathered.

Play On Words Card Game - Extra-Creative Word Making Fun for All Ages: Play on Words is the super, get-your-brain-in-gear, word game with CARDS. Get ready to play a word game a whole new way! Break free from the constraints of tile/grid word games and simply play on a tabletop. Players build words from 8-card stacks showing available letters. Combo cards, flip cards, and wildcards give even more options in finding word possibilities.

We do love all of these toys and games but we also do strive for a minimalist approach to life. Sometimes the best idea is to look for consumable gifts for kids. 

We were excited to find a great list of clutter-free gifts for kids. Be sure to check it out