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Thames and Kosmos

01580 713000 www.thamesandkosmos.co.uk

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The Planetarium Projector has a nightlight mode that automatically turns it off after 15, 30, or 60 minutes

Thames and Kosmos has launched its essential STEM range, which complements the award-winning STEM toys and games that the company is already renowned for. This new range features timeless classics of science, which have been reimagined into new modern designs, set to delight new generations and spark imaginations. The range currently has three exciting and interactive products.

The first from the line was the Thames and Kosmos Gyroscope. This classic executive toy appeals to young and old alike. It teaches the user about the physics of motion and gravity and is hypnotising to watch, no matter how many times it is spun. Each Gyroscope comes with a clear plastic sphere, which is multi-functional. It acts as a stand, an area to conduct more experiments and a storage case. The wholesale box is packed with 12 individual units and includes a POS display box.

Next comes the Thames and Kosmos Plasma Ball. The Plasma Ball has us all marvelling at the wonders of the universe with its electrifying light show, which is formed from the same supercharged ionised gas found in every star! Watch the glowing tentacles – like lightning flowing from your fingertips – on the globe, and carry out mesmerising experiments to see how the plasma reacts. There’s even a sound-activated mode, which will captivate viewers as the plasma arcs dance to the beat of theirr favourite songs.

Just launched from the Essential STEM range is the Thames and Kosmos Planetarium Projector. Illuminate a darkened room by casting projections of the stars in the night sky and space-themed images across the ceiling and walls. This home planetarium is actually two projectors in one. The first is a rotating star map dome that projects astronomically accurate maps of the stars. The second projects all eight planets, space objects such as rockets and satellites, and eight extragalactic phenomena such as nebula and galaxies.

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Mookie

01525 722722 www.mookie.co.uk

Fun Fact

Pixicade won the Editor’s Choice Award in the category for Best Art/ Craft Toy or Kit at the MadeForMums Awards as well as being listed as the number one toy in the Daily Mails MadeForMums article for the top 15 toys for Christmas 2022…

From paper to screen, Pixicade allows children to create video games like they have never played before. Just draw a game with Pixicade pens, snap a picture of the drawing on the Pixicade app, and in 30 seconds the game comes to life. Pixicade lets the user edit and animate games then share and play games on the Pixciade Arcade. Suitable for various ages, this product can be enjoyed as a family project with younger children and the older children can design and play on their own. Displayed at London Toy Fair 2023, industry professionals were impressed by this advanced product that is both engaging and educational.