50 STEM-Focused Gifts

From Infant Programming Toys to Multifunctional Maker Blocks

— December 22, 2017 — Tech
From infant programming toys to multifunctional maker blocks, these STEM-focused gifts provide consumers of all ages with an unintimidating, affordable, and fun way to explore the world of coding.

For parents who want their infants to start learning about programming at the earliest possible stage, there are a number of toddler-specific products to choose from. One option is KUMIITA, which teaches infants basic coding concepts. Another option is the Let's Go Code! Activity Set, which is a low-tech way to introduce kids to coding.

Of course, hands-on coding lessons don't need to start at the age of infancy for all kids. For STEM-focused gifts that can be given to older children, options include products like the multifunctional Plezmo build blocks, the stylish ATOMIC's STEM clothing line, and the 3D-printed Vorpal Combat Hexapod.
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Whimsical Developer Tools
Whimsical Developer Tools
Relayr's WunderBar is a Playful Tool That Teaches Software Development
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3D-Printed Programming Bots
3D-Printed Programming Bots
'LittleBot' is a Smart Classroom Robot for Hands-On STEM Education
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Hand-Controlled Coding Kits
Hand-Controlled Coding Kits
Kano's Motion Sensor Kit Creates Gesture-Based Games and More
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Kitchen Chemistry Sets
Kitchen Chemistry Sets
This Kitchen Toy Playset from John Adams Encourages Safe Discoveries
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Cognitive Toy Kits
Cognitive Toy Kits
bots_alive Turns Remote-Controlled Toys into AI Robot Creatures
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Biolab Equipment Kits
Biolab Equipment Kits
The Amino Labs DNA Playground Starter Set Lets Users Explore Biology
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Educational Entertainment Child Laptops
Educational Entertainment Child Laptops
The Tanoshi 2-in-1 Computer for Kids is Intuitive to Use
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Coincidental Discovery Toys
Coincidental Discovery Toys
Sony's 'toio' Lets Kids Build and Play with Robotics
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IoT Starter Sets
IoT Starter Sets
Acer's CloudProfessor Empowers Young Innovators in the Internet of Things Era
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LEGO-Compatible Coding Blocks
LEGO-Compatible Coding Blocks
'Algobrix' is a Railroad-Building Kid-Friendly Coding Game
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Sensory Activation Playsets
Sensory Activation Playsets
This Educational Toy Set Teaches Science Through the Five Senses
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Children's LEGO Coding Sets
Children's LEGO Coding Sets
LEGO Announced Its Newest LEGO BOOST Set at CES 2017
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Customizable STEM Robots
Customizable STEM Robots
Colorific's Build-a-Bot Helps Kids Assemble a Personalized Pet
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Gentle Toy Robots
Gentle Toy Robots
Gomer is an Open Source Toy Robot with a Soft Touch
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Customizable Sci-Fi Games
Customizable Sci-Fi Games
This Bloxels Star Wars Game Lets Players Make Their Own Entertainment
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Emotive Coding Robots
Emotive Coding Robots
WowWee's 'COJI' Teaches Kids Basic Programming with Emojis
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Programmable Combat Robot Toys
Programmable Combat Robot Toys
The Vorpal Combat Hexapod is a Low-Cost Robot to Learn STEM
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Tech-Themed Maker Kits
Tech-Themed Maker Kits
Hackerboxes Offers Nerdy DIY Subscription Boxes for Tech Buffs
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Flow Programming Blocks
Flow Programming Blocks
The Makeblock 'Neuron' Coding Blocks Enable a Variety of Different Uses
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DIY Programming Games
DIY Programming Games
The 'Pip' Handheld Device Lets Users Customize the Operation
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Educational Electronic Block Toys
Educational Electronic Block Toys
The 'HoneyComb' Electronic Toy Blocks are Simple to Use
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Multifunctional Maker Blocks
Multifunctional Maker Blocks
The 'Plezmo' Build Blocks Teach Coding and Enable Creativity
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Multi-Disciplinary STEM Kits
Multi-Disciplinary STEM Kits
SAM Labs' STEM Kit Can Be Used in Biology or Art Classes
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Stylish STEM Clothing
Stylish STEM Clothing
ATOMIC Clothing Encourages Kids to "Wear Your Smarts on Your Sleeve"
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Autonomous Toy Cars
Autonomous Toy Cars
This Raspberry Pi DIY Toy Car Kit Teaches Programming and Robotics
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Miniature Robotic Ball Toys
Miniature Robotic Ball Toys
The Sphero Mini Lets Kids Get Started with Programming
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Consumer Robotic Arms
Consumer Robotic Arms
The uArm Swift has a Simple, Programmable Interface
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Cartoon Programming Toys
Cartoon Programming Toys
This Minion Coding Toy Flatulates on Command
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Kid-Friendly Robot Kits
Kid-Friendly Robot Kits
'IronBot Chap' is a DIY Robotics Kit for Kids That Offers STEM Education
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Wireless Programming Toys
Wireless Programming Toys
The Cubroid Coding Blocks Teach Through Building and Play
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Theme Park Engineer Games
Theme Park Engineer Games
The ThinkFun Roller Coaster Challenge Logic Game is Educational
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Interactive Construction STEM Toys
Interactive Construction STEM Toys
The New CogniToys 'STEMosaur' Allows Access to Internal Parts
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Educational STEM Robot Toys
Educational STEM Robot Toys
The 'ROBOPAL' Teaches Kids About Programming in an Entertaining Way
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Tangible Programming Toys
Tangible Programming Toys
The 'PETS' Programming Learning Kit Gets Kids Started with Tech
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Programmable Dancing Dolls
Programmable Dancing Dolls
The Hasbro Dance Code Belle Character Toy Teaches Rudimentary Code
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Entry-Level STEM Robots
Entry-Level STEM Robots
The 'Codey Rocky' Robot Teaches Kids About Coding and AI
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Animated Lamp Engineering Kits
Animated Lamp Engineering Kits
The Jubilite Lets Kids Explore Their Creative Sides
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AR Coding Robots
AR Coding Robots
Pai Technology's 'PaiGO' is a Bot That Teaches Programming for Children
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Programmable Education Robots
Programmable Education Robots
The Cue CleverBot Lets Kids Learn, Program and Play
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Preschool Coding Game Pop-Ups
Preschool Coding Game Pop-Ups
Primo Toys' Pop-Up is Teaching Preschoolers About Coding
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Code-Teaching Computer Puzzles
Code-Teaching Computer Puzzles
The 'Turing Tumble' Mechanical Puzzle Teaches the Basics of Coding
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Kid-Friendly Coding Tools
Kid-Friendly Coding Tools
The Pixel Kit is a Colorful Computer of Lights
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Pony-Themed Construction Toys
Pony-Themed Construction Toys
Hasbro is Introducing TINKERTOY My Little Pony Toys for Kids
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App-Enabled Children's Toys
App-Enabled Children's Toys
Sphero: SPRK Edition is Teaching Kids of All Ages to Code
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Playful Educational Robots
Playful Educational Robots
The 'KUBO' Education Robot Teaches a Number of Different Skills
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STEM Playground Toys
STEM Playground Toys
Learning Resources' Building Playset Focuses on Engineering and Design
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Infant Programming Toys
Infant Programming Toys
The 'KUMIITA' Educational Programming Toy Teaches Coding Concepts
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STEM Toy Subscriptions
STEM Toy Subscriptions
The Amazon STEM Club Sends Kids Educational Toys Every Month
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Underwater Exploration Toys
Underwater Exploration Toys
The GeoSafari Jr. Subscope Lets Kids Uncover Underwater Worlds
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No-Tech Coding Toys
No-Tech Coding Toys
The 'Let's Go Code! Activity Set' for Kids Teaches Programming Without Tech
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