In these times, developing scientific skills is, like learning English, a toolbox of enormous value and relevance that we can transmit to our children, fundamental for the long journey of life.
Today we present STEM toys, a type of educational toys focused on learning Science and technology skills , ideal for enjoying during long, cold, and rainy winter afternoons.
What are STEM toys?
Talk about STEM toys It basically refers to toys designed to develop scientific learning and skills. The term corresponds to the English acronym for science (Science), technology (Technology), engineering (Engineering) and math (Mathematics). And yes, it's read exactly as it's written, so next Christmas take a stroll through Visit our online store , or come to our toy shop in Totana and ask us for our STEM toy catalog. However, you can sometimes also find toys... STEAM And it's not that they're wrong or don't know what they're talking about; it's a toy concept that, in addition to science, includes... arts (Arts), and in this case it is pronounced differently ( stim ).
Benefits of STEM learning and toys
You already know that our main premise is that it Learn through play , that's why we dedicate ourselves to the fascinating world of games and toys.
In the world of professional science, we know that physics, chemistry, and mathematics are the foundation for creating new technology. What we sometimes forget is that in the everyday experience We live with it all the time scientific phenomena , and we solve science problems intuitively. And that's the key: teaching children scientific skills and competencies from a very early age, stimulating the intuitive construction of knowledge, using STEM games and toys to playfully, actively, and motivatingly foster a special interest in discovering the world from a different perspective. Not just as spectators of the wonders of nature, but transformers of reality.
STEM toys and educational skills
STEM games and toys enhance the development of educational competencies based on:
Experience and scientific culture : for example, through play, girls and boys can discover chemical reactions, physical phenomena, and do science.
Using technology : one of the most innovative aspects of STEM toys is the introduction of robotics, computing, and electronics into play.
The creativity and the trial and error They are key here.
Use mathematics as part of the game. These toys are ideal for practicing number language and basic operations.
Educational values of learning with STEM toys
In pedagogical terms, this type of toy provides a huge amount of learning value that we can classify into two groups:
Intellectual/cognitive:
- In this type of game it is essential apply logic to make the circuit in play work.
- As we said before, one of the keys is the trial and error: Trying as many times as necessary not only strengthens their self-esteem, but also allows them to acquire the notions of cause and effect.
- Imagination and creativity, They will allow them to search for and design new combinations of elements.
Motor skills:
- Manual dexterity and concentration.
- Eye-hand coordination that promotes the dexterity and precision of his hands.
You know, check. our catalog STEM toys and enjoy the spectacular universe of science with your children through play.
