If you thought adults got excited about subscription box deliveries, just wait until your kid gets their first one. Trust us, unboxing day becomes a big deal.
These days, there’s a subscription box for just about every interest, and many of them sneak in valuable learning along the way. Got yourself a couple of mini scientists as kids? An aspiring artist? Or perhaps you’ve got a kid who just wants to bake cookies with mom and dad. There’s a subscription out there perfect for them!
In this guide, we’re covering a wide range of kid-approved favorites—like KiwiCo’s massive lineup of age-specific boxes (the tinkering-focused Tinker Crate, the adorable Koala Crate for toddlers, or the Atlas Crate for kids who love geography).
We’ll also spotlight boxes just for pure fun, like the Cookie of the Month Club, which delivers quality kitchen time without screens, and Finders Seekers Junior for little explorers who want a taste of global adventure—all without leaving the living room.
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Here’s our list of the best subscription boxes for kids that bring a mix of fun, creativity, and learning straight to your doorstep.
Best Subscription Boxes For Kids
1. Atlas Crate
This geography-themed subscription box by KiwiCo is perfect for families who want to introduce their kids to the joys of travel and cultural exploration. The goal of the subscription is to teach kids from age 6-11 about the world and culture through fun, hands-on kits.
Each month, Atlas Crate sends you a box filled with hands-on activities, crafts, games, and books centered around a different country or culture. Your kids will get to learn about the history, traditions, and customs of the region and have fun doing it!
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Subscriptions starting at $18.50 per month, additional savings when you pre-pay for additional months.
2. Bitsbox
Bitsbox is a super creative subscription box concept for curious kids ages 6 to 12 years old. It will actually teach kids how to code! Bitsbox’s coding projects teach kids to make video games, greeting cards, simulations, and more.
Every coder-in-the-making starts with Box 1, progresses to Box 2, and so on, so no prior experience is necessary. With each box, they’ll learn coding basics such as Coordinates & Basic Commands (Box 1), Variables & Simples Methods (Box 2), and Conditionals & Interactions (Box 3).
Bitsbox then takes it one step further by allowing kids to build apps on the Bitsbox website; the apps they build will work on any mobile device!
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Starts at $24.95/month
Ships to: Ships worldwide from United States.
3. Finders Seekers Junior Explorers
The exciting activities shipped in each Finders Seekers Junior Explorers box provide hours of fun where kids explore different world cultures while solving mysteries, examining natural wonders and creating art. Each box contains activities that explore the 5 disciplines in S.T.E.A.M. – Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math, plus mystery solving and critical thinking!
Every monthly box contains a fun four-day itinerary outlining abundant activities to get the brain ticking and heart thumping. The box themes are based on different destinations from around the world so kids can learn about unique cultures and places from the comfort of their own living room.
We personally love the regular, adult version of Finders Seekers (you can read our review of it here), so this award-winning version, designed for ages 5 – 10+, is sure to be a hit with the younger ones, too!
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Starting at $25 per month, additional savings if you prepay for 3, 6, or 12 months.
Ships to: Free shipping worldwide from Japan.
Skip a month feature: Yes.
4. STEM Discovery Boxes
STEM Discovery Boxes offers an exciting new way for children to explore the world of science and technology. Each month, a themed box arrives with everything needed to build hands-on projects that foster problem-solving skills, creativity, and engineering fundamentals.
With different themes like “Robotics” or “Earth Science” every month, kids can embark on a journey through the world of STEM.
The boxes contain preselected materials such as batteries, wires, motors and even microprocessors that are specifically tailored to the monthly topic. The accompanying instructions are easy to follow with written text and illustrations; parents do not need any prior knowledge in order for their children to be successful!
Most projects will take around 2 – 3 hours to complete but have enough educational content that it can easily turn into an entire afternoon of learning!
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Starting at $35 per month, additional savings if you prepay for 3, 6, or 12 months.
Ships to: Ships worldwide from United States.
Skip a month feature: Yes.
5. Panda Crate
Panda Crate is the perfect subscription box for parents looking to encourage their little ones’ development and curiosity. Designed for babies and toddlers aged 0-36 months, each box contains age-appropriate toys, books, and activities that help promote early learning and development.
With Panda Crate, you’ll receive a box every two months filled with fun and engaging activities that are designed to help your child learn while they play. From exploring textures and sounds to developing fine motor skills and problem-solving abilities, each box is carefully curated to support your child’s growth and development.
Panda Crate comes with easy-to-follow instructions and guidance for parents, so you can help your child get the most out of each activity. Whether you’re looking for a fun way to bond with your little one or want to give them a head start on their learning journey, Panda Crate is a great choice.
- Frequency: Every 2 months (Each Panda Crate includes 2 months’ worth of age-appropriate products and activities and ships every other month.)
- Cost: Starting at $21.95/month, additional savings if you pre-pay for additional months.
- Ships To: The US, Canada, and internationally.
- Skip a month feature: Yes
6. Koala Crate
Koala Crate is the perfect subscription box for kids aged 2-4 years old who love to create and explore. Each box is filled with fun and educational activities that are designed to spark creativity, curiosity, and a love of learning.
With Koala Crate, your child will receive a monthly box filled with all the materials and instructions they need to complete hands-on projects and activities. From building their own rocket ship to creating their own dinosaur habitat, each box is designed to engage your child’s imagination and help them learn through play.
Koala Crate comes with easy-to-follow instructions and guidance for parents, so you can help your child get the most out of each activity. Whether you’re looking for a fun way to spend quality time with your child or want to give them a head start on their learning journey, Koala Crate is a great choice.
- Frequency: Monthly
- Cost: $23.95 per month, additional savings if you pre-pay for additional months.
- Ships To: The US, Canada, and internationally.
- Skip a month feature: Yes
7. Owl Post Books Imagination Subscription
Owl Post Books is the perfect subscription for any child with an active imagination! This unique subscription helps to foster a love of reading and exploration. Subscribers receive a box filled with books, activities, and other fun materials that help children explore new worlds each month.
The books are specially chosen to fit each child’s interests and age level. From interactive stories to biographies and more, these books will entertain young minds while helping them learn more about themselves and the world around them.
Every book comes with an activity guide full of creative ideas that bring stories to life. The accompanying materials include materials like craft kits or stickers depending on the theme of the box.
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: $34.99 per month, additional savings if you prepay for 3, 6, or 12 months.
Ships to: Free shipping across the US and select countries.
8. Bookroo’s Baby & Preschool Book Club
This cutesy baby book subscription is designed specifically for the littlest readers in your life. The board book box includes three sturdy board books, each part of Bookroo’s Custom Edition Collection—uniform in height, with coordinated, colorful spines that look great on the shelf!
These books are made with small hands in mind, typically featuring 8–14 pages and durable construction to withstand rough handling. The box also includes a printed insert with insights about each book.
Another major standout? The curation aspect of the subscription. Bookroo’s team sifts through thousands of titles to send you only the best, and their subscribers consistently rave about the selections. You can also save up to 47% off retail when subscribing, making it a practical way to build a quality starter library from day one.
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Starts at $21.95/month
Ships to: Only ships within the U.S.
9. Bookroo
Bookroo is an award-winning monthly book subscription box that will help your kids fall in love with reading. Bookroo will arrive at your doorstep filled with mindfully curated children’s books (board books or picture books) that are perfect for new readers and early learners between the ages of 0-6.
Bookroo’s reading experts are so confident that your children will love their books that they back it up with a satisfaction guarantee! Not only are you giving your kids a premium unboxing experience and the chance to discover new favorite books, but the retail value of the books exceeds the subscription cost!
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Starts at $19.95/month
Ships to: Only ships within the U.S.
10. Think Outside
Looking for a gift that will help kids disconnect from their soul-sucking screens and embrace the great outdoors instead? Think Outside is the solution! Think Outside boxes offer a fun monthly subscription that helps children learn basic outdoor survival skills.
Each monthly box covers a new theme from outdoor shelters, fire building, and night-time discovery to first aid and nutrition.
The first box comes with a lightweight, packable daypack your child can use for outdoor adventures, a mix of gear, and a themed booklet that features guided educational activities and practical training.
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Starts at $36.50/month
Ships to: Ships worldwide from the U.S.
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11. Reading Bug Box
About This Box: Reading Bug Box is a monthly book subscription box that personalizes each box to your child’s age, interests, and reading level. There are a few subscriptions to choose from depending on your child’s age:
- Baby Bug Box: Recommended for ages 0-30 months. 3 board books each month.
- Reading Bug Box: For ages 0 to 13 years. 3 or 4 books matched to your child’s age and interests, plus gifts to encourage and inspire.
- Reading Bug Box for 2: For ages 0 to 13 years. A Reading Bug Box for 2 children at the same address.
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Starts at $19.95/month
Ships to: Within the U.S.
12. National Geographic Rocks & Fossils Kit
Though this one isn’t technically a subscription box, we’ve heard too many good things about the National Geographic Rocks & Fossils Kit that we just had to include it on this list!
If your kid loves rocks, science, history, or geography, this will be the perfect standalone collection or addition to any kid’s rock collection. This massive kit includes rough and polished samples of Aventurine, Rose Quartz, stunning Snowflake Obsidian, Desert Rose, Red Jasper, Blue Quartz, Pumice, and meteorite specimens as well.
It’s such a cool STEM gift for girls and boys!
13. Girls Can! Crate
The Girls Can! Crate is ideal for future female leaders ages 5-10. Each box will introduce them to diverse women who have made huge impacts on history. It’s the perfect way for your children to discover new female role models (Nobel prize winners, pilots, congresswomen, and scientists).
Each crate comes with the GIRLS CAN! activity book, hands-on STEAM activities, and lots of inspiration! The activity book contains the featured woman’s story, games, experiments, and more. You can choose between a few different subscription plans:
- Single Child: $32.95/crate month-by-month
- Multiple Children: $32.95/crate and $9 to add extra supplies month-by-month
- Mini-Mailer: $18.50/mailer month-by-month
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: $18.50 to $32.95/month, additional savings if you prepay for 6 or 12 months
Ships to: Free to US, additional cost to Canada
14. Kiwi Crate
Kiwi Crate is the perfect kid’s subscription box if you are looking for a DIY subscription box for kids ranging from 5-8 years old. Each box contains enough materials for children to build something cool or do various experiments.
They come with kid-friendly instructions where your children can learn how to build something for themselves, while also learning the science behind it. This is a great option for parents looking to give their kids something fun and educational to do at home.
KiwiCo also has other box options for newborns, preschoolers, as well as future artists and designers!
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: $22.95 per month, additional savings if you pre-pay for additional months.
Ships To: The US.
15. Little Passports
Explore the world one country at a time with Little Passports, a fun and educational geography themed subscription box for kids! Feed your child’s curiosity as they uncover new countries, languages, and cultures through hands-on projects and activities.
The first box will contain Little Passport’s signature blue suitcase, a passport and wall-sized world map, a few soft animal squishy toys and collectibles, as well as a welcome letter from the main characters Sam & Sofia.
There are four different subscriptions ideal for different age groups (ranging from $14.95/month to $21.95/month) and each comes with online access to even more educational games and resources.
Subscription plans with suggested age ranges:
- Early Explorers (recommended ages 3-5)
- World Edition (recommended ages 6-10)
- USA Edition (recommended ages 7-12)
- Science Expeditions (recommended ages 9+).
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Boxes range from $19.95 to $25.95/month, additional savings if you prepay for 6 or 12 months
Ships to: Free to the U.S., additional cost for Australia, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, South Korea, Sweden, and the U.K.
16. Doodle Crate
With Doodle Crate, your teen will get hands-on creativity delivered every month. A Doodle Crate subscription, also in the KiwiCo line of boxes, helps subscribers age 9-16+ express themselves creatively while teaching them new art and craft techniques.
Some previous projects include making a Felt Succulent Garden, Faux Leather Portfolio, and even handmade soap! With each subscription each month, your teen will also get an inspiration booklet, additional DIY design content and activities, and online video tutorials.
If you have a teen that may be too young for the Maker Crate (above), Doodle Crate is the ideal choice!
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: $22.95 per month, additional savings if you pre-pay for additional months.
Ships To: The US.
17. Cookie of the Month Club
Cookie of the Month Club (previously known as Fresh Baked Cookie Crate!) is the ultimate subscription box for bakers and cookie lovers. With this subscription box, you and your kids will be able to make delicious gourmet cookies right in your very own home.
Each month, you’ll receive pre-measured gourmet ingredients and fool-proof instructions to bake your own unique cookies, completely mess-free. You’ll get a new cookie recipe every month, and there will never be any repeats.
Fresh Baked Cookie Crate is an awesome food-themed gift for families and people who love spending time in the kitchen with their kids.
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: Plans starting at $29.99 per month
Ships To: Free to the US.
Skip a month feature: Yes.
18. Explore Local Box
This snack subscription box is so creative and fun, especially for families who are cooped up at home but still want to explore. With Explore Local Box, you guys can explore a new US city every month through premium, locally-made food products!
Boxes include food items as well as non-food items that are locally produced by small businesses and local artisans from the featured month’s city. You’ll also get a watercolor map as well as fun facts about the featured city.
Previous cities include Albuquerque, NM, Chicago, IL, Brooklyn, NY, Portland, OR, and way more. They also have separate gift subscriptions, perfect for all the other adventurous families you know who have the travel bug!
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: $39.99/month, additional savings if you prepay for 3, 6, or 12 months.
Ships to: Free shipping across the United States
19. Lovevery Play Kits
If you’re looking for the most hands-on, developmentally supportive gift for a new parent, Lovevery is one of the top options on the market—though it doesn’t come cheap. At $80/quarter (or $92 if buying a single play kit), it’s definitely a premium subscription. But there’s a reason it has a devoted following.
Child development experts design Lovevery kits to give parents peace of mind. Each Play Kit is tailored to a specific developmental stage (from infancy to toddlerhood), with high-quality, Montessori-inspired toys that are simple, purposeful, and exactly what a baby needs for that phase. Whether it’s tummy time tools or problem-solving games, everything is geared toward hitting those key milestones without the overwhelm.
You can also add on a Book Bundle, which includes exclusive stage-based stories that feature real families and relatable topics—designed to build empathy and boost confidence as your child grows!
Frequency: Can be a one time purchase or subscription (every 2-3 months)
Cost: $80 every delivery
Ships to: Starts at $5.95 USD and increases based on order total
20. Kid Snack Box
Instead of simply going to the grocery store to pick up snacks for your child, why not try a monthly snack box dedicated to just kids! The Kid Snack Box includes 5-8 kid-friendly snacks that are all approved by Registered Dietitians and Nutritionists.
This is a great way to discover new and healthy snacks each month without breaking the bank. They have a few box options including, Original, Gluten-Free, or Nut-Free.
Frequency: Monthly
Cost: $15 per month, additional savings if you prepay for 3, 6, or 12 months.
Ships to: Free shipping across the United States.
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We hope you were able to find the perfect children’s subscription box for your kiddies! And remember, subscription boxes for kids make the best gift for other people’s children as well!
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