In observance of National STEAM Day, FOX & Friends featured a selection of toys aimed at encouraging children's exploration of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics through play. The segment, "Shopping With Friends," showcased several products designed to make learning interactive and enjoyable.
Among the featured items is the Stickerbox, priced at $130. This toy includes eight colored pencils, four paper rolls, and a power adapter. It allows children to create custom stickers by speaking phrases into the device, which then prints a sticker of their imagined creation. The AI is designed to block inappropriate words, and the device only activates when the button is pressed, ensuring a safe and controlled creative process for children aged five and up.
The National Geographic Wall Crawler Scorpion, available for $40, offers a different kind of engagement. This toy requires assembly of 10 pieces using a magnetic screwdriver, followed by remote-controlled action that allows the scorpion to move on walls. It also features glow-in-the-dark eyes. The product comes with a learning guide that includes facts about scorpions and the technology behind its wall-crawling ability, appealing to children aged eight and older.
For younger creators, the ChompSaw is presented as a safe power tool for cutting cardboard. Retailing at $249, this tool is designed without a blade to prevent injuries. It comes with a hole punch and scoring tool. ChompSaw also provides a learning hub with project ideas and video tutorials. A subscription option offers monthly cardboard patterns for various building projects.
Another highlighted item is the Mrs. Bench x Moji squishy trading mat, priced at $30. This product aims to turn playtime into a trading game, encouraging children to practice counting and basic arithmetic while negotiating trades with others. The mat can be used with existing squishies, and additional themed squishies are available for purchase.
These toys aim to blend entertainment with educational value, offering children hands-on opportunities to develop critical thinking and creative skills.