I’m sure your kids have had the ‘Why? Phase’. I know mine have. Where they are so incredibly curious that everything I say they ask why? or how? Yes, it can be aggravating, but their little minds are growing and developing, they just want to know how and why. These simple machine toys are toys, but they will feed into their how and why curiosity that you might get a small reprieve.
These simple machine toys delve into how simple machines work. Why wheels spin, how pulleys pull and the physics behind simple machines. Your kids may see this as just having fun, but these toys are extremely helpful for developing critical thinking, fine motor skills, cause and effect, as well as many other areas.
K’NEX Education – STEM Explorations: Swing Ride Building SetK’NEX Education – Kid K’NEX Group Building Set – 131 Pieces – Ages 3+ – Preschool Educational Toy
Learning Resources Playground Engineering & Design STEM Set, 104 Pieces, Ages 5+Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! Super Building Toy Set, Puzzle, 150 Pieces, Ages 4+
Learning Resources STEM Simple Machines Activity Set, Hands-on Science Activities, 19 Pieces, Ages 5+
Learning Resources City Engineering and Design Building Set, Engineer STEM Toy, 100 Pieces, Ages 5+,Multi-color
Learning Resources STEM Classroom Bundle, 4 unique activity sets, Ages 5+
Thames & Kosmos Ignition Series Physics Simple MachinesThames & Kosmos Physics Workshop
Liberty Imports Kids Take Apart Toys – 4-in-1 Build Your Own Toy Vehicle Construction Playset – Realistic Sounds and Lights with Tools and Power Drill (Construction)
Educational Insights Design & Drill ABCs & 123s, Drill Toy, 90 Piece Set, Preschool STEM Toy for Ages 3+
Educational Insights Design & Drill Bolt Buddies Race Car: Fine Motor Skills & STEM Toy, Perfect Drill Toy for 3+
Educational Insights Design & Drill Bolt Buddies Recycling Truck: Fine Motor Skills & STEM Toy, Perfect Drill Toy for 3+
Educational Insights Design & Drill Bolt Buddies Rocket: Fine Motor Skills & STEM Toy, Perfect Drill Toy for 3+
Pathfinders Hydraulic Machines 4-in-1 Wooden Kit (Cherry Picker, Platform Lifter, Excavator, Scissor Lift)Tinkertoy On The Go Building Set – 65 Parts – Ages 3 & Up – Creative Preschool Toy
Engino Discovering STEM Mechanics Pulley Drives | 8 Working Models | Illustrated Instruction Manual | Theory & Facts | Experimental Activities | STEM Construction Kit
Engino Discovering STEM Mechanics Gears & Worm Drives | 12 Working Models | Illustrated Instruction Manual | Theory & Facts | Experimental Activities | STEM Construction Kit
Engino Discovering STEM Mechanics Levers & Linkages | 16 Working Models | Illustrated Instruction Manual | Theory & Facts | Experimental Activities | STEM Construction Kit
Engino Discovering STEM Mechanics Cams & Cranks | 8 Working Models | Illustrated Instruction Manual | Theory & Facts | Experimental Activities | STEM Construction Kit
Engino Discovering STEM Mechanics Wheels, Axles and Inclined Planes | 14 Working Models | Illustrated Instruction Manual | Theory & Facts | Experimental Activities | STEM Construction Kit
LEGO Education DUPLO Early Simple Machines Set 9656, Mechanical Fun Educational Toy and STEAM Learning for Girls and Boys Ages 5 and up (102 Pieces)LEGO 9689 Simple Machines Set by LEGO
Simple Machines (Let’s-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2)
The Kids’ Book of Simple Machines: Cool Projects & Activities that Make Science Fun!
Simple Machines: Wheels, Levers, and Pulleys
Your children may see these toys as just pure fun, but while they are connecting and exploring the world of simple machines and physics, you’ll be doing a happy dance. Grab a few of these toys and get exploring.
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