Amazon's Best Science Toys for Kids
Meccano-Erector - Micronoid Code Zapp Programmable Robot Building Kit:
Kids can build their own robot (named Zapp) with this kit. Once it's built, they can hook it up to a computer and away you go — your child can program their bot to be a personal DJ, change Zapp into robot fighting mode, or see where Zapp will be in the future with magic 8-ball mode. The robot, which should take about an hour to build, is recommended for ages 8 and up. For Cyber Monday, Amazon is selling the Zapp-building kit for $25.20, or 37 percent off the normal list price (and the lowest price Amazon has sold the kit for).
Thames & Kosmos Geckobot Wall Climbing Robot:
This may be one of the cutest climbing robots. Recommended for ages 8 and up, the Geckobot model can climb up smooth, vertical surfaces like windows and mirrors. The kit comes with a manual and instruction video to help kids put the bot together. Along the way, they will learn about physics — some of the basics of air pressure, suction and surface texture. For Cyber Monday, Amazon is selling the kit for $27.99, or 44 percent off the normal list price.
Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100 Electronics Discovery Kit:
Snap Circuits are a great way to teach kids ages 7 and above about how electricity works without too much complexity. No tools are required, just little fingers to snap in the circuits to the plastic board. Kids can build a photosensor, a flashing light and an adjustable-volume siren. Plus, they can go rogue and figure out their own configurations by snapping together parts in various orders. Right now, for Cyber Monday, Amazon is selling the kit for $19.99, or 43 percent off the normal list price.
K'NEX Thrill Rides – Web Weaver Roller Coaster Building Set:
For ages 9 and up, this building set comes with 439 pieces, including glow-in-the-dark coaster tracks. Once the web-weaving track is put together, your child can set an air-powered car on and let it rip, speeding through horizontal and vertical twists and turns. Amazon is now selling the set for one of its lowest prices $35.69, or 55 percent off the normal list price.
Anki Overdrive: Fast & Furious Edition:
Recommended for ages 8 and up, this racing system lets kids (and adults alike) use a mobile device to battle the Toretto crew and race high-tech robotic Supercars; you can build up to eight battlefields with magnetic track pieces. Our sister site Tom's Guide reviewed this product, giving it an 8 out of 10 rating, saying that the system "offers a fantastic racing experience for everyone and an extra treat for anyone who likes the films." Right now, Amazon is selling Anki Overdrive for $110.49, or 35 percent off the normal list price.
Meccano-Erector M.A.X Robotic Interactive Toy with Artificial Intelligence:
Recommended for kids ages 10 and up, M.A.X is a robotic toy with built-in infrared sensors to sense obstacles and navigate various surfaces. Once assembled, M.A.X is a friendly robot companion that engages kids in conversations, learns from every interaction and remembers important dates. Amazon is selling the robotic toy for $84.99, or 43 percent off the normal list price.
Star Wars Droid Inventor Kit:
Kids can create and control their own droids using a "droid inventor" app on iPhones and Androids. The app helps them teach their droid new skills such as head spins and then send it on one of 16 special Star Wars missions. "Each electronic block has a different function (motor, sensor, speaker, etc.), enabling kids to rebuild their Droid in new ways, transforming their original R2 Unit into any Droid they can dream up," according to littleBits, a New York City-based startup. Right now, Amazon is selling the kit for one of its lowest prices at $79, which is 21 percent off its normal list price.
Scientific Explorer Magic Science for Wizards Only Kit:
Recommended for kids ages 6 and up, this science kit is magical: Kids can pretend like their wizards while learning about science. For instance, to cast a spell, any wizard needs a wand and this one requires a fun chemical reaction. There is supplies and instructions for nine experiments, such as making ordinary powders mystically foam into a Fizzy Frenzy, using Hocus Pocus Powder to make those powders change colour, creating a test tube crystal ball and more. Right now, the kit is at the lowest price Amazon has ever offered, selling for $12.29, or 49 percent off the normal listing price.
Celestron 21035 70mm Travel Scope:
Star-gazers can now take the love of the night sky on the go. This travel telescope is perfect for budding astronomers and fits in a backpack or travel case. The telescope has a 20X magnification, which can reveal details of the moon or planets, or provide a close-up view of wildlife. The telescope is currently $59.99, 33 percent off its regular price of $89.95.
Thames & Kosmos Wind Power (V 3.0) Science Kit:
Learn the basics of wind power with this special kit. The kit comes with instructions and the tools to make your own wind turbine with adjustable blades. Kids can learn the how to optimize power by adjusting the wind turbine blades. The wind turbine set is currently $38.49, 30 percent off the regular price of $54.99.
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