People give all manner of toys as gifts during the holidays. Some are big hits, others flop. I think the best ones are fun and stimulating while at the same time teaching a skill or concept. In that spirit, here are some toys that fall under the broad umbrella of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math).
Need a fun last-minute project to keep the kids occupied while you finish preparing dinner? Raid your craft stash and make some fun mini turkey toys!
Make this simple Fast Toy Wood Car for a fun DIY holiday gift.
Complete instructions for this episode of Weekend Projects can be found at
http://makeprojects.com/Project/Monkey-Couch-Guardian/2232/1
Combine an Arduino with a proximity sensor, and make an obnoxious device to discourage cats and other fur-shedding pets from jumping on beds and couches. This project will also introduce you to the SPDT relay, a fundamental component of hobbyist electronics projects.
Are you on the lookout for good ideas for party favors? Take a look at this easy DIY wand project from Jenny of Hand + Hunt for Hello Bee.
Whenever I buy a toy out of one of those 25-cent machines outside the supermarket, part of me always wants to save the little plastic capsule that the toy comes in. I’ve never figured out what do do with them, but it seems like there’s a lot of potential there. Here’s one interesting way to […]
A full-size skeeball game took over a year to make, and is built entirely with K’Nex components.
