Favorite Science Toys: Children 5 to 7 Years Old

Teach your child education at a young age. These toys support education and great gift ideas for children ages 5 to 7 years old:

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Item: K’NEX Model Building Set
Manufacturer: K' Nex
Description: 618 Pieces with STEAMagination possibilities to build creativity with moving parts. Fosters child growth and strengthens 'hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills, problem-solving skills, and spatial awareness'. Fun family activity for children and parents.
Cons: Minimal part size range included. Your child might prefer the more thematic sets such as the K'Nex Ferris Wheel Building Kit in addition to this basic building block kit.
Recommended Age Group: 7 years and up, as listed on Amazon
Where to Buy:    Amazon    |     Walmart   |     K'Nex
Average Product Review: 4.8 stars, based on 210 reviews on Amazon
Cost: Regular price: $39.99 per item. Around $24.99 on Amazon

Item: Classic Lego Creative Brick Box Model Kit
Description: The LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 is an excellent starter kit for children. It consists of 484 pieces in 35 colors. It features 18 tires, 18 wheel rim legos and various sized bricks.
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Cons: More generic 1000 lego set options invoke same educational factors at a less expensive price with more classic bricks designs.
Recommended Age Group: 4 years and up, as listed on Amazon
Where to Buy:    Amazon    |     Walmart   |     Target
Average Product Review: 4.7 stars, based on 1352 reviews on Amazon
Cost: Regular price: $39.99 per item. Around $24.99 on Amazon

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