Our fave 5 STEM Toys right now!
By Marnie Adams, Contributor @ Kids In Perth 17 Jun 2024
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Our Faves | 5 STEM Toys to Buy Now!
FizzRocket - Bicarb powered Rocket 14 yrs +
This mini rocket can be launched again and again with the explosive power of bicarb and vinegar. The Fizz Rocket is filled with these 2 household items which create a chemical reaction that makes a build-up of carbon dioxide which shoots out the base of the rocket and shoots the rocket up.
Contains small parts, adult supervision required for children under 14 years of age.
DIY Bionic Ear - soldering kit 12 yrs +
Solder your own listening device that allows you to listening to the quietest sounds using the principles of a directional microphone.
Lemon Clock - wood kit
8 yrs +
When life gives you lemons… make a clock! Construct this timber clock and watch as a lemon powers the LCD screen.
Fully functional clock uses zinc and copper to draw power. To get more scientific, the lemon juice is an acidic electrolyte that is connected to a circuit with the zinc and copper.
Zephyr Mechanix 4 (263 pce) - 7+yrs
A member of the original 5 MECHANIX set is still one of the best selling MECHANIX sets sold today.
The building experience is enhanced with the real engineering tools that you can use to create the 20 models mentioned in the set before exploring the endless creativity this set allows.
Scribblebot 8 yrs +
This crazy DIY drawing robot uses vibration and spin generated by a motor to create works of art. Get it to create different designs by adjusting the angle and height of the pens and watch it work! This kit is easy to build and fun to play with.
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