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Monthly hands-on learning crates

Educational Adventures Delivered Every Month

Hands-on themed learning for children from preschool through the teen years, with supplies and instructions included so families can open the box and begin.

Dinosaur themed Play Time Crate
3-14+
Ages covered

Choose a Crate for Your Child

Every crate is tailored to a specific age and stage, with projects that grow alongside your learner.

Ages 3–6

Preschool Crate

Project Examples

  • ✓Color-mixing science
  • ✓Storytime crafts
  • ✓Shape-themed games
  • ✓Sensory bin play

Learning Areas

Fine motor skills • Early literacy • Creative expression • Number sense

4–5 activities
Hands-on with a grown-up
Ages 6–10

Schoolagers Crate

Project Examples

  • ✓Engineering challenges
  • ✓Geography puzzles
  • ✓Art history projects
  • ✓Simple science labs

Learning Areas

STEM concepts • Critical thinking • World cultures • Reading comprehension

5–6 activities
Guided independence
Ages 10+

STEM Crate

Project Examples

  • ✓Circuit builds
  • ✓Chemistry experiments
  • ✓Coding puzzles
  • ✓Mechanical models

Learning Areas

Advanced STEM • Problem solving • Real-world applications • Design thinking

4–5 activities
Independent with optional help

What Comes in a Crate

Everything is organized so you can spend less time prepping and more time playing.

Transportation themed Play Time Crate showing individually packaged projects
Individually packaged projects
Student activities
Parent directions
STEM and art materials
Literacy and music connections
Optional sensory or STEM add-ons

How It Works

Four simple steps from choosing to creating.

1

Choose the crate that fits your child

Pick the age range and any add-ons for your learner.

2

Order before the monthly cutoff

Subscribe by the 15th of the month to secure the current theme.

3

Your crate ships in the middle of the month

Boxes ship on the 20th and arrive ready to open.

4

Open, explore, build, and learn

Follow the directions and let the hands-on fun begin.

Compare Subscription Options

Choose the plan that fits your budget and schedule.

PlanMonthly PriceCommitmentShippingProjectsAdd-OnsPause / Cancel
Monthly SubscriptionFrom $40/monthMonthly renewalFree shipping4–6 activities per crateSensory, STEM, or I Want It ALL bundles availablePause, skip, or cancel after any monthly charge
6-Month PlanFrom $35/month6-month commitmentFree shipping4–6 activities per crateSensory, STEM, or I Want It ALL bundles availableCommitment must be completed before cancellation; pause options available
Quarterly Holiday Box$40/quarterly boxQuarterly after initial 3 monthsFree shipping6–8 holiday projectsHoliday add-ons availablePause or cancel after January renewal

Current and Past Themes

A peek at this month and some favorite crates.

Featured Theme

Order Deadline

Order by the 15th

Shipping Date

Ships on the 20th

Frequency

Monthly auto-renewal with easy pause or cancellation options.

Dinosaur Crate

Dinosaur Crate

Bugs Crate

Bugs Crate

Transportation Crate

Transportation Crate

Farm to Table Crate

Farm to Table Crate

Famous Musicians Crate

Famous Musicians Crate

Fairy Tales Crate

Fairy Tales Crate

Around the World Crate

Around the World Crate

Famous Artists Crate

Famous Artists Crate

Camping Crate

Camping Crate

Time Traveler Crate

Time Traveler Crate

Africa Crate

Africa Crate

Subscription FAQ

Answers to the most common questions.

Ready to Choose Your Crate?

Find the perfect age level and start your family's hands-on learning adventure.