The Best Science Toys For Kids According To Our WonderPals

Science… It can be a pretty intimidating subject for some. Moms and dads are you also trying to remember those school science lessons from your childhood? Especially when the little ones come home with some very scientific looking homework? Don’t worry, we’re in the same boat…

Luckily, the WonderPals at Wonderdal, the Interactive Edutainment Centre at Hazendal Wine Estate are pretty knowledgeable when it comes to all things scientific, specifically the best science-based toys for all of those budding little scientists. That’s right, toys can actually be educational and FUN at the same time!

Educational toys of any kind, specifically those of a scientific-nature, are designed to introduce or reinforce a child’s particular knowledge of a specific subject. Adding a FUN or element of play to the mix is a great way to help the little ones understand the different levels of a certain topic.

Some toys of the science-genre could include child-friendly lab equipment or child-safe materials to conduct basic chemistry experiments. Many will also incorporate or make use of multimedia, in the form of an app or audiovisual supplements (Youtube channels). We definitely love a bit of supervised tech-inclusion into the modern world of science *a big thumbs up here*.

We asked the WonderPals to compile a list of the Best Science Toys For Kids and to be honest, we’re feeling a little brainier already simply by reading through this list!

Let’s get Scientific!

1. National Geographic Break Open Geodes

One can always count on National Geographic Kids to do something special for the little ones! This kit combines the best of two subjects: Geography and Science to learn all about the wonderful world of Geodes!

Now we know that Geode Cakes have been doing the rounds on Instagram – you may have spotted them, well this is a little like that, except budding scientists have their very own geodes to crack open! *Hello, science fun!*

What will be learnt by using this kit?

• Crystal Treasure by cracking open the geodes.

• Learn about geode colour varieties.
• Flip through a 16-page learning manual, discovering all the wonderful facts about these crystalized rock elements.

Age Group: This kit is perfect for ages 8+

For more information on this clever package, simply click, here or visit the National Geographic Kids Youtube Channel for some more fun science experiments!

2. LEGO Science and Stem Activity Kit

What would a list of educational science toys be without including some form of LEGO? That’s right, even LEGO can teach the little ones about all things Science.

The LEGO Chain Reactions Science and Building Kit might become tiny scientists’ new favourite toy!

The kids get to build any one of TEN moving machines that will expand and test their knowledge of STEM activity.

Age Group: This kit is perfect for ages 8+

For more info on this very scientific form of LEGO, click here!

3. Jeronimo Three-In-One Science and Education Set

If you have a little Einstein on your hands who wants to know how everything (and we mean everything!) works… Best you have a read about the Jeronimo Three-In-One Science and Education Set – it’s sure to keep those curious little scientists entertained for hours!

What exactly does this interactive science set include?

• Multiple technological, scientific, engineering and mathematical activities.

• A chemistry start-up set, with hands-on experiments and instructions.

• Graw-A-Maze 21 accessories kit for the outdoor and nature lovers.
• Water science kit for those future engineers.

Age Group: This kit is perfect for ages 8+

Click here for more reviews on this product.

4. Nkazimulo Applied Sciences 

Local really is lekker – and that rings true within the kids science world too!

We simply love Nkazimulo, the only South African manufacturer of educational, portable science kits for use by learners at home or school -science experiments made easy!

Not only are their science kits easy to use and available for different scientific levels (beginner, intermediate and Chemstart kits) but they make the world of science SUPER FUN!

The Chemstart Beginner Kit is a good place to start and the kit includes:

• Instant snow

• Make and collect carbon dioxide

• Milk and food colouring

• Super bubbles

• Sugar solution density

• Growing crystals

Age Group: This kit is perfect for 6-8 years old.

5. The Wonderdal Shop

If you still can’t decide which is the best science-based educational toy(s) to start your collection with, don’t worry, Wonderdal has done all the work for you!

After your next Wonderdal Edutainment Centre visit, why not pop into the Wonderdal store to browse our carefully curated range of science toys? The Wonderpals have taken the time to curate a range from beginner to advanced toys – so there’ll definitely be something for everyone!

For more information on Wonderdal and to find out more about opening times, simply click here.

Now that you’ve dipped your toe into the wonderful world of science-based educational toys, we’re pretty certain the whole family will be walking around in white lab coats, goggles and doing super scientific things on weekends (or every day)!

Happy Experimenting! X 

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