In the 1950s and 1960s every young boy wanted a chemistry set. They could use them to perform many different experiments, but they were rather limited in scope. Modern science kits are so much more fun, as well as being very useful educational tools. Girls can enjoy science as much as the boys - and with sets available for making perfume or soap, they enjoy the challenge of making something they can use.
Kids can get explosive with a volcano making kit, or learn how to create electrical circuits with lights, sound and action. Models of the solar system or crystal mining sets all contribute to a child’s understanding of the world around them - and an ant farm or worm world is always a popular purchase as long as it’s well sealed!
Companies like John Adams and Wow Stuff have large science toy ranges within their portfolio of toys, whilst companies like Trends UK have built a substantial business based predominently on science toys. Regardless of whether your child is interested in astrology, anatomy, robotics or just studying the world around them, the toy shops shown below all have specialist departments dedicated to stocking a wide selection of science toys.
The original online book seller now sells virtually every product you can imagine... including toys!
Browse an award-winning range of educational toys, many of which are suitable for children with special needs.
Toys R Us have over fifty shops in the UK and offer one of the widest ranges and choice of toys on the internet.
Online retailer of creative, educational, wooden and activity toys and gifts.
Collectables ranges including figures, stickers and trading cards.
Genuine eco-friendly wooden toys for kids up to 12 years old.
Sells a wide range of jigsaw puzzles and accessories.
