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STEM Toys for Girls: Our 5 Favorite (and How to Find More)

July 10July 8 by STEMMomma

Your daughter seems excited in STEM – but what can you do to help? You see ads for STEM toys, but many just seem like a poor fit. Maybe she’s even said “that’s a boy toy!” We’re here to say you can find STEM toys for girls that they will actually enjoy, that won’t break the bank, and even if you don’t know the difference between a neutron and an electron, that CAN build your child’s enthusiasm for STEM.

Math Board Games Your Kids Will Love (But Won’t Realize They’re Practicing Math)

July 11October 5 by STEMMomma

My child’s not a fan of math. Drives me crazy. Our battles when it came time to practice were frustrating for both of us. I thought there has to be a better way. What about math board games?? While homemade flash cards and doing math problems are an important tool for getting young kids more familiar with math, keeping it fun (and not frustrating) is also critical. Some offline, old-fashioned ways to test those math skills in a less in-your-face way can be a great tool.

Edit: After further discussion with the kiddos, I got a request to add a few more games to the list. We didn’t want to stop at unlucky #13, so check out the bottom of the post for a few more kid-driven suggestions. Are we missing any more?? Please let us know!