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Creation Crate Review – We Build An Electronic Bluetooth Speaker From Scratch!
Results of Our Creation Crate Electronic Project Review : This electronics subscription box is perfect for budding teenage tinkerers and future electrical engineers. Enclosed materials and components are of high-quality and the online instructions do a […]
Exploring The World With The Atlas Crate
Ever since we had the opportunity to review KiwiCo’s entire line of educational subscription crates, we’ve been waiting to see what new product they would come up with for this holiday season. The wait has ended. […]
11 Horse Toys Kids Will Love
From plastic figurines to the classic rocking horse, horse toys have long been a favorite for children of all ages. Nothing inspires imaginative play like riding a rocking horse and pretending you’re in a rodeo or […]
Our Maker Mindset
There is no greater joy than watching children create something. Whether the creating is done solo or in a group, thinking is visible. You can see the “wheels turning”. Hands-on work requires trial and error. If […]
Did Anyone Feed The Dog? – Useful Ardunio Projects For Kids Project #1
On any typical morning in the Bigari household, you’ll hear the following phrase being yelled out: “HAS THE DOG BEEN FED YET?” You see, our dog Chloe had a rough life until she was rescued and […]
Modern Day Pioneers: That’s no Oregon Trail up ahead – it’s the convergence of STEM and World Languages
What does it take to be a pioneer? To leave the tried and true path in search of something more. To know that it is not if failure will strike, but when, and how you will […]
2017 #HOUROFCODE is here
Overview The Computer Science Education Week (December 4-10) is upon us, and with it comes one of the biggest education movements in history, Hour of Code. 475 million students have participated in an Hour of Code since it’s […]
We’re On Tilt Over The Kiwi Crate
If there is one thing that seems clear to me, children learn different subjects through different means. Some learn best by reading. Others absorb information better through video. Not every child wants to explore science through […]
This Year EVERYONE Is Invited to MineCon
We tend to have a bit of a Minecraft crush around Fractus Learning HQ. Part of this crush is because we love playing the game with our kids; part of it is because readers seem to […]
Family Time With the Doodle Crate
As my children get older, they don’t spend as much time playing with one another. This is especially true of my high school junior and her fourth-grade brother. One is interested in driving and hanging out […]
The Best STEM Subscription Box For Kids in 2020
Every parent’s dream is that their kids will love to learn. We want them to be inquisitive, not just in school but also in their day to day lives. But do we provide them with opportunities […]
Tinkering Around With Tinker Crate
One of the best gifts you can get for a child is something that keeps them engaged yet teaches them at the same time. When children are toddlers this is easy – the child is still […]
Our Koala Crate Experience Was Music To Our Ears
Most of the STEM subscription boxes are targeted at older children. The Koala Crate from Kiwi Crate is not like most subscription boxes. And if you are looking to get a great gift for a young […]
Build A Love Of Programming With BitsBox
Here are two universal truths: 1)Kids are going to be asking for video games, apps, or other programs for Christmas this year. 2)Most parents would like their kids to grow up to be ‘creators’ rather than […]
Exploring The World Around Us With Green Kid Crafts
“Where do clouds come from, Daddy?” “Daddy, why does ice float?” Oh, I remember the days when my children would ask me more ‘Who/What/Where/Why?’ questions than the average cub reporter. While sometimes it got to be […]
STEM Lab Deluxe and My Child: A Match Made In Heaven
Raise your hand if you’ve seen the Mentos In Cola trick? I’m guessing your hand is up (if so, you can put it down now). Did you know who the first person to show it on […]
7 Foam Blocks Sets with Fun Free-Play Potential
Blocks are part of every adult’s treasured childhood memories. From wood to cardboard to plastic to foam, kids eagerly build for hours. Foam blocks now come in plenty of shapes and sizes to enhance children’s imaginative […]
9 Magnetic Building Toys for STEM Play and Making
Magnetic building toys are among the most popular STEM construction options for a number of simple reasons. They are robust and affordable. There are no batteries required—magnets are always ‘on’! Plus, they straddle a number of important engineering concepts […]
9 Amazing Minecraft Toys for Kids Who Create
If your little ones are mad about Minecraft, they’ll love real-life Minecraft toys! These “blocky” toys may look strange at first glance, but the Minecraft generation will instantly recognize their favorite characters, animals, and objects from the […]