[Chinese-foreign parent-child interaction: (ID: ctoy-family)] STEM education is a very popular topic of education in the world in recent years. The major developed countries represented by the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany have formulated STEM education policies and measures from the national strategic level. In Israel, Japan, Australia, South Korea and other countries, STEM education is also highly valued. This STEM education style has also set off a boom in the toy industry.
Maybe some of my moms and dads are not familiar with the concept of STEM toys. Today, Xiaobian will give you a brief introduction to the types of STEM toys and the selection of cheats, and recommend some STEM toys suitable for preschool babies.
What is a STEM toy?
STEM is an abbreviation of four English words: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. So in simple terms, all the toys that help children understand the four subjects of learning can be called STEM toys. STEM toys sound very high, in fact, it is through toys to tell the baby some scientific phenomena and scientific knowledge, in the play to cultivate the baby's cognitive ability and hands-on ability.
Classification of STEM toys
01 S class: Natural Science Set
These STEM toys look more like the teaching aids used in the natural sciences (such as physics, chemistry, geography) in primary and secondary schools. They demonstrate the principles of natural phenomena and learn various scientific concepts through simple and interesting small experiments. .
Mega Crystal Growing Lab
Produced by National Geographic, it provides a knowledge manual to guide children to correctly understand the process of crystal formation of different colors. It also adds an interesting element of crystal luminescence, adding to the appeal of the product.
02 Class T: High-tech toys
This kind of technology toys is mainly represented by various forms of programming toys, mainly for various intelligent programming robots . On the smart terminal such as mobile phone, tablet, etc., through the visual programming module APP or using the physical control assembly to remotely control the robot to complete the set task and solve the problem. Develop children's logical thinking and problem solving skills.
Star Wars Programming Robot (Droid Inventor Kit)
Produced by littleBits. This is an electronic building block that needs to be assembled first and then connected to the mobile APP control. The matching mobile phone app has built-in multiple action programming modules, which greatly reduces the programming difficulty. The child can use the corresponding programming module to control the robot's actions and complete the corresponding tasks.
　 03 Class E: Instrumental toys
Class E toys mainly involve toys that need to be assembled. In the process of assembling, understand the corresponding engineering principles (such as various mechanics, electrical principles), and then apply in the game.
Jumbo Gears Kit for Boys and Girls
Produced by ETI Toys. Based on building blocks , the dynamic elements of gears and tracks have been added, increasing the appeal to children and encouraging children to explore the mysteries of object interaction.
04 Class M: Math Learning Toys
Speaking of mathematics, it may be a nightmare for many parents. Do you still remember the painful experience of the nine-ninth multiplication? Mathematical learning toys are the savior, embodying and gamifying abstract and difficult mathematical concepts to stimulate children's interest in learning.
Multiplication Learning Machine (Lakeshore Multiplication Machine)
Produced by Lakeshore Learning Materials. In each grid is a simple 1-digit multiplication formula. By gently pressing the formula grid, the grid will bounce up to reveal the correct answer. Use the matching game method to memorize the boring multiplication formula.
How to choose STEM toys?
After reading the above, maybe the treasure mothers will be guilty, STEM toys look too complicated? Is there a STEM toy suitable for preschool children? Of course! The following recommended 6 models for the treasure mother dad:
01 Yookidoo Shower Submarine
The design of this collection is very interesting, you can dive to spray water, and the small device provides a lot of imagination. The water flow is stably discharged through a water circulation pump system with a battery.
Yookidoo's other Yookidoo Flow n Fill Spout is also very interesting, continuing the collection of features - creativity and cute.
02 Botley Programming Robot (Botley Code Robot)
Produced by Learning Resources. A programming robot for preschoolers, built-in obstacle sensor, and practical visualization to teach programming concepts to younger children without the need for a touch screen.
03 Programming Hair (Code-a-pillar)
Produced by Fisher. This cute caterpillar consists of a head and a multi-section body (instruction module). The head is responsible for driving, responsible for steering, and is responsible for sensing obstacles. There are four kinds of modules in the basic set, which are corresponding to the advancement, 90 degree left turn, 90 degree right turn, and music. By assembling different body modules, it is possible to control the action mode of the caterpillar.
04 Peppermint Tree House Adventure (Pepper Mint and the Treehouse Adventure)
Produced by Kosmos. This is an excellent toy set that brings children into the world of gravity in a game. It uses vivid and concrete examples to guide children to solve technical or physical related problems, and to understand and be familiar with STEM related concepts.
05 Monkey Number Banana (Mo nkey Math)
Produced by Popular Playthings. In order to maintain balance, the child must hang a banana of equal value on both arms of the monkey. The product sets a vivid and interesting game background for children to learn simple math additions to stimulate children's interest in learning.
06 Tele Kids Binoculars with Bag
Produced by HABA. This children's outdoor telescope is designed to encourage children to observe and explore outdoors, and the accessories are designed to be easily carried by children. In addition, an additional card is included as a supplement to the knowledge.
[Chinese and foreign parent-child interaction: (ID: ctoy-family)] The above recommended toys can be bought online (PS: some may not be in China), Xiaobian will not advertise here, the price is slightly more expensive than domestic toys, From tens to two or three hundred, but Xiao Bian thinks that toys are expensive and not too much. The three criteria for selecting toys are: puzzle, fun, and operability.
The STEM toy just meets these three conditions. It uses a super-funny game mode to let the children focus on exploring. Every time they play, they don't repeat the same thing. They all have new discoveries and always play. More crucial: to help children develop intellectually, logical thinking, imagination, creativity, reasoning ability, etc. can be fully cultivated, shaping the strongest brain!
Send your child a STEM toy, this is the best gift parents give to their children!
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