Toy Insider Senior Editor/Toy Book Editor-in-Chief James Zahn joined NBC 5 in Chicago to talk about STEM toys that are so much fun, kids won’t notice that they’re also learning. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below, and for a rundown of the best toys, games, and gifts of the season, check out our complete Toy Insider Holiday Gift Guide.
BUILD-A-BUDDY ACTIVITY BOARD
Kids can build two farm scenes using the included play drill, which fits inside the playboard for storage.
Product Facts
- MSRP:
- $26.99
- Age:
- 18 MOS+
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CHOMPSAW
This kid-safe power tool makes cutting cardboard easy. Kids can use it to transform the cardboard into forts, DIY costumes, educational dioramas, and other creative projects.
Product Facts
- MSRP:
- $249.00
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MAGNA-TILES FIRE STATION 50-PIECE SET
Step into action with the MAGNA-TILES Fire Station Set! Create custom rescue vehicles with the all-new Fire Truck, complete with an extendable ladder to tackle towering blazes. Bring playtime to life with the Light & Sound Tile, featuring flashing lights and a siren for an authentic firefighting experience. Complete with a Firefighter Figure and their…
Product Facts
- MSRP:
- $79.99
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THAMES & KOSMOS METAL DETECTOR
Hunt for treasure! Kids ages 8 & up can search for metal objects like gold, silver, iron, copper, and more with this custom-tooled metal detector! Detects metal buried up to 6 inches deep in sand, dirt, or grass. Ease of use: Ergonomically designed for users of all sizes, this metal detector comes with two handles…
Product Facts
- MSRP:
- $39.95; $60 CAD
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- Access Control Installation – key card, fob, biometric & cloud‑based door entry
- Business Security Systems – integrated alarms, surveillance & access control
- Structured Cabling Services – voice, data & fiber infrastructure for new or existing builds
- Video Monitoring Services – 24/7 remote surveillance and analytics monitoring
Author: 360 Technology Group
