14 Best Activity Based Subscription Boxes For Kids In India

14 best activity based subscription boxes for kids in India

On average, children in India under five are watching more than two hours of television a day. Access to mobile phones and new age online games and computers are making our kids into gadget addicts. Doctors say children who spend long hours in front of gadgets are increasingly showing signs of postural deformities, emotional detachment and are vulnerable to mental illness. Let’s not point fingers at each other, but act immediately and look for alternate options to get them off these gizmos.

With play areas shrinking, increase security threat in leaving kids alone outside, and lack of time with both parents working, the best thing parents can opt for is ‘Activity based subscription boxes’.

Why subscription boxes are good for kids

Playing is how children learn. The play comes naturally to children. Combining learning with fun-filled exercises like performing science experiments, making robots, and creating their own tools and gadgets would help children to pick the laws of chemistry, maths, and physics with ease. And also creators of these boxes have packed these up in such a way that children will get the required fun, excitement, and surprise element.

So go ahead and pick your favorite subscription box

Fububox

fuFububox is a Monthly Book Subscription Box full of fun and surprises for kids in the age group of 0-6. Every box comes with a personalized message, 2-3 curated picture books, and a surprise goodie. Fububox is also offering Application Based worksheets for kids.

Intellikit

Intellikit subscription box for kids

Intellikit is from the well-known kids brand First cry. Inside each Intellikit box, you will get 8 expert designed age-appropriate activities for your child, a set of theme-specific Intellicards, one storybook, 10 Worksheets, an activity calendar that lasts a month, and a Tracker that allows you to watch and record your child’s progress over time. The Intellikit is available for the age groups of 2 to 3 years, 3 to 4 years & 4 to 6 years. Intellikit team delivers its product across India.

Crabo

Crabo is a Craft Subscription Box Service for children. Each box is loaded with age-appropriate, 3-4 craft activities for children. The box is designed to inspire, engage, and entertain young minds. They are available under two segments – Little Crabster for the age group of 4-7 years and Curious crabster for the age group of 8+ years. They also undertake event-based bulk orders.

Yohobox

YOHOBOX is designed to keep a child creatively occupied for days with so many fun activities and products. Yohobox is available for the age groups of 4 to 6 years, 7 to 9 years & 10 to 12 years. Each month they deliver at your doorstep a box full of 7 Engaging fun activities and products. YOHOBOX also allows one to sponsor Gift Box for the less privileged children between 4 – 12 years.

Xplorabox

Xplorabox

Xplorabox : image

Xplorabox provides subscription-based activity box for kids in the age range 2-4 years, 4-8 years and 8 year plus. For toddlers they provide 5 games and various DIY activities in each box, according to the theme. 4-8 years will receive five games every month that could help in developing skills like motor, cognitive, play & social skills. Kids above 8 years will get DIY science and technology boxes.

There boxes are prized little above 1000, but they give great discounts if one opts for 3 month or 6 month package. Cofounders Rishi Das and Shweta Das believes that their toys could stimulate children’s creativity and fosters their imagination.

Podsquad

podsquad

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PodSquad is another activity based subscription box for children aged 2 to 8 years. There activity boxes are  curated by experts, approved by teachers and tested by kids. They have designed their learning materials based on Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligence. It is designed by Quadrum solutions, which has more than a decade of experience in creating books for some of the world’s largest publishers across India, USA, UK and Africa. They have activity boxes from prize range of 300 plus. One could even opt for 3 month or 6 month subscription mode. Also, subscribers can avail their digital platform solutions like e-books, free printables, newsletters, games etc.

Butterfly Fields – science activity boxes for kids

Butterfly Fields

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Butterfly Fields offers Learning-by-Doing science kits to students. To ensure that kids benefit fully from their products, their models are mapped to the curriculum. Each ‘activity box’ comprises of –  a story guide, an activity worksheet, a real-life document, and a concept map.  Their products are useful for kids from 5 to 15 years. Butterfly Fields is an IIT-IIM alumni initiative. They have activity boxes from a prize range of 450 plus.

Genius Box

Genious box

Genious Box : image

Genius Box kits are designed for kids in the age group of 2 to 7 years. These boxes are designed in such a way that it can enrich and stimulate young minds and also support overall personality development. Once parents subscribe to Genius box, they will receive each month a kit filled with 9-10 hands-on activities, books or games, along with high-quality supplies and an easy-to-follow guides.  They offer activity boxes at a prize range of Rupees 1500 to 2000.

Einstein Box

Einstein box : image

Einstein box : image

Einstein Box is for kids in the age group of 2 to 6 years. The content of the box is devised in such a way that it will inculcate in kids love for books, help in developing logical and problem-solving skills and also encourage good habits and behavior. In each months kit parents will receive two story books, 3-4 learning activities and a parent guide. They have activity boxes from prize range of 400 plus.

Magic Crate

Magic crate

Magic crate : image

Magic crate is a very popular ‘activity based subscription box’. Magic Crate caters to kids in the age group of 1.5 years to 12 years. The activity box provides fun activities based on science, arts, role play and games. They test their products within a community of parents before releasing it to public. The box is available in three formats – Three month subscription plan @Rs 733/box, six month subscription plan @Rs 666/box and 12 month subscription plan @Rs 599/box.

Flintobox

Flintobox

Flintobox : image

Flintobox is the pioneer of ‘activity based subscription box’ in India. The boxes are crafted keeping in mind the developmental needs of kids in each segment. Flintobox came into existence in 2013 and have been able to gain market acceptance. The company ships around 10000 boxes every month. Each activity box will have in it 3-7 play-based activities along with easy-to-understand manual.  The box is available in two formats – Three month subscription plan @Rs 795/box, six month subscription plan @Rs 695/box. Now Flintobox is available through smartphone too.

SP Robotic Works

SP Robotic Works

SP Robotic Works provides a great platform for kids having an interest in Electronics, Mechanics, Programming, and Algorithm: image

This is the age of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence. Children, especially those in the age group of 10 + are fascinated by robots and robotics. SP Robotic Works provides great platform for kids having an interest in Electronics, Mechanics, Programming and Algorithm. Children can choose any of the four boxes based on which level they are with respect to Robotics knowledge – Foundation level, Beginner level, Advance level, and Expert level. The team also provides assistance in learning through 3D, 2D animation videos, real-life examples, and interactive activities. Since it involves a lot of gadgets and boards, it’s a little pricey. Foundation level costs Rs 6500.

Wonderbox

wonder box activity based subscription box for kids in India

Wonderbox team, with its products, aims to nurture your child’s imagination, curiosity, and innovation. It suits kids belonging to the age group of 2 to 7 years+. Wonder Box one-month subscription which includes 4 activity boxes costs Rs. 3960.

Wander Quest

wanderquest activity based monthly box for kids in India

Wander Quest is a subscription box for kids aged 6-12 years. It gives your child an opportunity to discover a different country each month. The child travels along with Meet Scotty, the tortoise. Once you register you will receive a Toolbox and then each month you will receive “Travel boxes” covering different countries. The 3-month subscription comes with one toolbox, 3 travel boxes, and a treasure hunt. The subscription cost for 3 months comes to Rs. 1971.

Dear Parents would love to hear from you. Which is your favorite ‘Activity Based Subscription Box’. Do let me know if I missed any, would love to add them to this list. Share your thoughts in the comment box. 

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30 Responses

  1. This is such an informative post. Will check the boxes

  2. Since our child is so gadget oriented this kind of activity will help them to learn use brain

  3. Never knew all these options, thanks for bringing this info on one platform

  4. Jiya B says:

    this is an amazing list. I would love to get them for my child. I always look forward for activity based learning ideas.

  5. snehalboricha says:

    These sound so much fun for kids! I wish I got a chance when I was a kid!

  6. oh wow! these are some great subscription boxes for kids. I guess I subscribe my nephew for one of them <3

  7. Nisha Malik says:

    Thats nice. Ita easy to compare the boxes now. I am thinking to pick a few for my son aa well.

  8. Varsh says:

    This is a good post, Hena. It is better to involve kids in something productive than let them waste their time with gadgets.

  9. These are some better option for kids to grow their mental ability. All these boxes are creatively made according to age and choice. I am also thinking of trying some for my kids. Thanks for sharing this.

  10. makeupadda1 says:

    It’s a very informative article..didnt know kids subscription boxes are also available

  11. Snigdha says:

    I didn’t know that kids subscription boxes are there.. I will try one for my son…

  12. jhilmil says:

    Perfect, have experienced Xplora Boxes and Flinto Box and loved them both.

  13. Mrinal Kiran says:

    Awesome listing.. this will be really helpful for parents while choosing activity box for kids

  14. Amrita says:

    Activity based subscription boxes are the best.Unique games to keep children happy.

  15. worldofmakeupmagique says:

    Every parent must subscribe to these.., this is so much fun for kids

  16. really a good post. I am very interested in these subscription boxes.

  17. Saurabh says:

    This is an amazing list Ive been trying to shortlist some box I am very inclined towards flintobox

  18. Divya Kansara says:

    One more is “curiosity box “

  19. “Noisy Newton” is an innovative player in this segment and different from all the above. Very immersive activities & designed for applied thinking.

  20. upendra says:

    This is great , and it have such a subscription boxes..

  21. Looks like all the activities are instructions based, following a manual. Are there anything where a kid can explore, be creative and imaginative and not be linked to academics. I want my child to have fun.

  22. Nupur says:

    Which one was better of the two..? My son is ten years old. Not able to decide.. also their is this magic crate which looks good too

    • shruti says:

      Hii Nupur, i also have one another ideas for kids activities boxes for kids named wanderquest.in , which have 6 different countries boxes with one treasure hunt game included with return gift which makes the kids excited. you can check that @ https://bit.ly/2NQQ5dj

  23. officesguide says:

    Thanks for the information, This blog helped me find the best activity subscription boxes for my kids. I found Podsquad offering exactly what I needed. I got slime delevered from Podsquad and its really excellent quality. Thanks again.

  24. Soni says:

    You did not mention Fun’O’Fable. I love their collection more than fububox. And they have a single book option which makes it so much better for gifting amd beginner readers

  25. Himani says:

    Hey admin ,
    so I ordered activity boxes from tinythinkers and to my surprise they were the best investment I have made on my kids in long , they are plastic free , all activities are handcrafted and nicely explained step by step with pictures . They come up with interesting topics / themes every month and make sure the child gets in-depth knowledge of the same while having fun. Please mention . You can check out their website tinythinkers.in

  1. July 30, 2018

    […] them, without coercion. The point which gives Noisy Newton an extra brownie compared to rest of the activity boxes in market is that this product is designed around science concepts and it is tailor-made to invoke applied […]

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