by Backpack Bytes | Jan 2, 2021 | STEM Camps & Classes
Top STEM Camps for Innovative Kids, Tweens and Teens Summer break is a time for kids to learn more and be inspired by STEM and STEAM in non traditional ways. While camps looked different this past summer, we are confident that they will return to a vibrant in-person...
by Backpack Bytes | Dec 20, 2020 | STEM Events & Places to Explore
Top 5 Aquariums in the U.S. that are a must to visit in-person and virtually! Aquariums in the U.S. are great places to watch science in action. Take your pod for a visit to these aquatic wonderlands that have a variety of local to exotic fish and marine life that you...
by Backpack Bytes | Dec 17, 2020 | STEM Toys & Games, Reviews
“I give Dash and Dot Robots a 5 out of 5 stars! You can literally play with them for hours!” Sabina, Age 9 Overview Wonder Workshop makes these approachable robots with distinct “personalities” that encourage creativity as they teach coding. The CleverBots...
by Backpack Bytes | Dec 6, 2020 | STEM Information & Resources, STEM Toys & Games
Top 5 smart tips for parents when considering STEM gifts with a connected experience Gift giving can be stressful. This is especially true when it comes to giving STEM gifts that are digital in nature. We can relate. There’s nothing more frustrating than having...
by Backpack Bytes | Dec 4, 2020 | STEM Toys & Games
tips Minecraft for Beginners: The Best Place to Start is Here! Ready to explore the world of Minecraft? Our Minecraft for Beginners tips and tricks will help you get up to speed and on your way in this gem of a STEM app! Minecraft: the brilliant piece of Swedish art...
by Backpack Bytes | Dec 2, 2020 | STEM Activities & Projects
STEM Subscription Boxes to Light A Spark in Tweens and Teens If you want to provide engaging STEM activities for your teens and tweens, but don’t have the time to gather all of the materials, a great option to consider is a STEM subscription box. There are so many...
by Backpack Bytes | Jan 22, 2018 | STEM Toys & Games, Reviews
“I love how you can play games with the Mecanno M.A.X. after you build him. He tells some pretty funny jokes and loves to have dance parties!” Sabina, Age 9 Overview From Meccano arises a robot unlike anything else created! The Mecanno M.A.X. Robot...
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