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Genius + Gamer: Gift Ideas for Curious, Clever Kids into Minecraft, STEM, History & Video Games
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items Looking for the perfect gift for a curious, creative, and tech-savvy kid? This list is packed with awesome things I’ve bought (or plan to buy) for my 8-year-old son, who is obsessed with Minecraft, STEM toys, gaming, and history. From hands-on scienc...
Here’s a different kind of terrarium kid.. a build your own hydroponic kit that teaches you how to survive on Mars. Would make a unique gift for a space loving kid.
WILD ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Mars Landing Survival Kit - Home STEM Kit - Ages 8+ - Grow Food & Build an Earth-Like Environment on Mars - Seeds Included
Great price for Plus Plus building pieces. Plus it comes with instructions! This is sure to help spark creativity.
Plus-Plus Puzzle by Number Activity Pad - Space
Finally, a Shy Guy Lego!
LEGO Super Mario: Mario Kart – Shy Guy & P-Wing 72045
This seems like a step up from Snap Circuits. Love the rocket that can blast off! Reminds me of a science experiment kit as well without the mess.
Discovery #Mindblown Action Circuitry Electronic Experiment STEM Science Kit
Kinetic Sand’s Squish Pizza Set lets kids mold, top, and slice their own pretend pizzas with soft, squishy sand that never dries out. It’s sensory play with a side of cheesy fun - no oven required! 🍕
Kinetic Sand Squish Pizza
I want to get him Mastermind for Kids because it’s a fun way to build logic and problem solving skills while playing together. The animal pieces are super cute, which makes it more fun and kid friendly, perfect for sparking his interest in strategic ...
Pressman Mastermind® for Kids Game
Of course the Switch is a must have and the Mario Kart bundle makes it even better. Do yourself a favor and grab this one. It’s perfect for kids, easy to play as a family, and comes with everything you need to jump right into the fun.
Nintendo Switch 2 Console + Mario Kart World Bundle (Digital Download Code)
The Arckit GO Colors set is a fun, hands-on way for kids to explore architecture and design. It makes building easy with colorful pieces and open-ended possibilities, perfect for sparking creativity while introducing STEM concepts like structure, spa...
Arckit GO Colours Set
Now that he’s a bigger kid, he needs a bigger water bottle to keep up during busy school days. This one is the perfect size and the happy face design makes it extra fun to bring along. It’s functional, cheerful, and just right for an 8 year old who’s...
Simple Modern 22oz Summit Happy Face Water Bottle Cream/Black
My kid loves anything that flies so this 3 in 1 LEGO set is perfect. He can rebuild it multiple ways, which keeps the fun going.
LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Aircraft Race Plane Building Toy with 3 Options Fighter Jet or Helicopter 31160
I want to get Above the Trenches because my kid is really into war history, especially planes. This one covers WWI flying aces with action-packed art and real history. He loves this kind of stuff, and I’d love to eventually get more books in the seri...
Above the Trenches (Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales #12): A World War I Flying Ace Tale|Hardcover
He’s been wanting to get better at drawing, and this light-up tracing pad makes it easy and fun to practice. It’s a great tool for building confidence and skills.
Crayola Light Up Tracing Pad Blue: Kids Drawing & Coloring Kit, Creative Activity, Includes 34 Pieces, Requires 3 AA Batteries
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza is the hilarious, fast-paced game we always pack for Grandma’s or camping trips. It’s simple enough for all ages, always gets everyone laughing, and never fails to be a hit.
Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza Card Game