Learning Through Play, Wherever You Are
Play Time Crate creates hands-on learning experiences for children and families through educational subscription boxes, complete STEAM curriculum, music and movement classes, and guided paint parties and kits.
Four Ways to Play and Learn
Choose the experience that fits your family, classroom, or group.
Hands-On Learning Delivered to Your Door
An Entire Semester of STEAM, Ready to Teach
Interactive Classes for Children and Their Grown-Ups
What Are You Looking For?
Pick the path that matches your family and we'll point you in the right direction.
See the Magic in Action!
Real kids, real families, real learning adventures with Play Time Crate and STEAM Lab Curriculum
Paint Parties and Kits
Creative painting experiences and take-home kits for birthdays, groups, and events
Why Families Choose Play Time Crate
We make hands-on learning easier, more engaging, and more accessible for every kind of family and educator.
Designed by an experienced educator and homeschool parent
Hands-on learning through play
All or most materials included
Options for preschoolers through teens
Programs for families, schools, co-ops, and groups
Serving families across all 50 states
Friendly support from a small family-owned business
Featured Programs
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What Families Are Saying
Hear from subscription families, curriculum customers, music class families, and paint party hosts.
“We love opening our crate every month. The projects are engaging, the supplies are all included, and my kids are genuinely excited to learn.”
Sarah M.
Preschool & Schoolagers Mom
“The semester curriculum took the stress out of planning our homeschool science and art. Everything is laid out clearly and the projects are a hit.”
Jessica R.
Homeschool Co-op Leader
“My daughter looks forward to music class every week. It is a special time for us to connect, sing, and play together.”
Amanda T.
Janesville Parent
“Booking a paint party was the easiest birthday party we have ever planned. The kids had a blast and the canvases were adorable.”
Michelle L.
Birthday Party Host
More Magical Moments
More real moments from Play Time Crate families, classes, and events
Music & Movement Class
Sing, move, and play together in our interactive classes for little ones and their grown-ups
