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Is there a curious young man in your life? Encouragement and nourishment of curiosity and creativity when young is essential for the development of children's intelligence. This list of 20 STEM-related gifts and toys is perfect for science lovers in your home.

Even if your child is not an A-level student in physics, the fun of exploring these cool projects is undeniable. When using the code SAVE15NOV at checkout, as part of the pre-Black Friday promotion, you can enjoy an additional 15% discount on each item. 

The kit comes with all the electronic equipment and hardware needed to make your own Tesla coil. It is very suitable for hobbyists, Tesla coil enthusiasts, and even for children to amaze teachers at science fairs. 

Use this kid-friendly 3D printer to create your own 3D printed toy. Add printer food and create any of hundreds of pre-downloaded designs on the companion app, or let your imagination control and upload your own schematics, then wait for the ToyBox 3D printer to bring them to life. 

SparkMaker SLA 3D printer is the perfect bridge between high-precision 3D printing and economy. Create ultra-fine prints while connected to the Internet, and even upload the design via SD card to take it offline. 

This chic desk companion is more original than the traditional Newton cradle, but still suitable for any physics lover. These stunning gems are polished, the surface is extremely smooth, and cross-referenced with NASA images to ensure vivid colors. 

This PiCar-V kit is the perfect DIY kit to learn more about Raspberry Pi, robotics, electronics and programming. The typical assembly time is 4-5 hours. The kit has a variety of pilot settings, which can be controlled by remote control, PC or tablet. 

Zubi Flyer is a STEM toy that teaches future technology to children (or adults) through games. Test your memory, learn electronics and basic coding while playing Frisbee. 

This DIY car kit is perfect for children who are interested in STEM. The kit is developed by R&D engineers and teaches the basics of artificial intelligence, autonomous systems and robot coding. 

This paper airplane controlled by a smartphone will definitely impress people with its high-speed flight and skill. The onboard sensor can automatically correct the flight when the weather is bad, and the ultra-fast charger only needs to charge for 30 minutes to provide a 10-minute daring sky adventure. 

Use this powerful, WiFi-enabled microscope to enter a very, very tiny world. Enjoy stunning details and crystal clear records at 50 to 1000 times magnification. 

Use this DIY building block drone to soar in the sky in your own creation. Very suitable for children, this interactive activity is like a game, while enhancing the understanding of physics and electronics. 

Use this galaxy projector to bring the universe home. Transform any home or work place into your own interstellar oasis by projecting stunning images of stars on the walls and ceiling. 

Use this STEM starter pack to develop your child's natural creativity and curiosity. The robot kit is compatible with Lego bricks, allowing them to build anything they can imagine, while the curiosity kit teaches children 21st century technology concepts. 

Give a gift to a talking STEM partner. Spencer is a DIY voice assistant that can accept commands and connect to the Internet. It can be built entirely by your curious little guy. 

WLKATA is a fully functional, miniature and frank and cute robot companion. Interacting with the robotic arm reinforces the principles of the robot in an intuitive and interesting way, and it feels like playing. 

This award-winning educational toy is paired with its companion app to take you on a world tour. This AR Globe is full of visual stories, introducing children to cultures, animals and places around the world. 

Use this DIY magnetic flux capacitor to stimulate your child's curiosity (perhaps the love of going back to the future). The kit includes Lego blocks to be built and a flexible LED circuit to form the iconic flux capacitor shape. 

Use this DIY build kit to develop fine motor skills and basic knowledge of robotics. The kit includes all motors, sensors, and robotic parts, and can bring your own robotic creature into artificial life. 

Bring the solar system into your living room with these exquisite lighting decorations depicting our 8 planets. Each planet is 3D printed based on NASA's high-resolution solar system map to ensure accuracy. 

Watchmaking requires more than a stable hand and a magnifying glass. Understanding the internal working principles and relationships between springs, gears and precision engineering allows us to keep time in exquisite accessories. 

This hand-blown glass ball is filled with bioluminescent PyroDynos. When rotating gently at night, the biological ball will produce a beautiful light display that will amaze anyone. 

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