
what are similar science initiatives done similar to crunchlabs, curiosity box for kids ages 6-10. give me more such initiatives additionally also on the software side as well
Here are several science and software initiatives similar to CrunchLabs and Curiosity Box, suitable for kids aged 6-10:
Science and STEM Subscription Boxes & Kits:
- Little Passports STEM Subscription: Offers monthly STEM boxes with hands-on experiments exploring topics like weather, space, engineering, and physics. Each kit includes interactive activities, educational comics, and books1.
- Butterfly Edufields 20-in-1 My First Science Kit: Designed by IIT-IIM alumni, this kit provides 20+ STEM experiments and DIY projects to foster curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills2.
- MEL Science: Part of the Curiosity Box family, MEL Science offers over 100 hands-on science kits with digital experiences covering chemistry, physics, coding, and general STEM topics for ages 5-163.
- Butterfly Edufields: Provides various STEM kits such as the “20-in-1 My First Science Kit,” which includes DIY activities promoting creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills for ages 5-102. They also offer a “10-in-1 STEM Robotics Starter Kit” for slightly older children (8-12 years)4.
Robotics Kits:
- LEGO Boost Creative Toolbox: Interactive robotics kit allowing kids to build and program robots using LEGO pieces with block-based coding.
- Wonder Workshop Dash Robot: A programmable robot that teaches coding fundamentals through interactive play with multiple apps.
- UBTECH Jimu Robot Kits: Snap-together robotic parts that allow kids to build customizable robots and program them using visual block-based coding5.
Software & Coding Initiatives for Kids:
- Khan Academy Kids: Offers adaptive lessons in science, math, and reading tailored for ages 4-8. It includes interactive games and personalized learning paths6.
- SkyView Lite: An app allowing kids to identify stars, planets, and constellations by pointing their device at the sky. Suitable for ages 6-126.
- Turing Tumble: A screen-free game where kids build mechanical computers to solve logic puzzles using marbles—ideal for developing computational thinking skills7.
- Thinkrolls 2: Encourages critical thinking through a vertical maze puzzle game designed for ages 4-98.
- Kids First Coding by Thames & Kosmos: A kit that introduces coding concepts (loops, algorithms) through building robots with physical pieces accompanied by a detailed manual7.
- Khan Academy Kids: An educational app providing adaptive lessons in science, math, and reading tailored for children aged 4-86.
- Plum’s Creaturizer: Allows kids aged 6-9 to create imaginary creatures while learning about habitats and ecosystems interactively6.
These initiatives provide engaging ways for young learners to explore science concepts practically while also introducing foundational coding and computational thinking skills through both physical kits and interactive software applications.
Footnotes
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https://butterflyedufields.com/products/20-science-experiments-kit-5-10-yrs ↩ ↩2
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https://butterflyedufields.com/products/butterflyedufields-10in1-stem-robotics-kit-robot-toys-for-kids-ages-8-9-10-11-12-years-old-boys-girls-50-parts-electronics-sensor-modules-no-coding-required-birthday-gift-for-kids-ages-8 ↩
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https://www.idtech.com/blog/best-science-apps-for-kids ↩ ↩2 ↩3 ↩4
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https://www.pcmag.com/picks/best-gift-ideas-for-kids-who-want-to-code ↩ ↩2
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https://thehomeschoolscientist.com/10-best-stem-apps-kids/ ↩