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          Everything you need to start a project, in one box. Starter Kits bring together the parts for a new platform or skill, so you don’t have to track down components one at a time or keep a big parts bin on hand. Picked by the team behind Make:.

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          Make: ESP32 Starter Pack
          Dive into IoT and smart home projects with the Make: ESP32 Starter Pack's dual-core Wi-Fi and Bluetooth-ready hardware bundle.
          $49.95
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          Make: Robotic Arms Premium Kit
          Design and control three different robotic arms with the Make: Robotic Arms Premium Kit, guided by an included book and powered by Arduino.
          $199.95 from $174.95
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          Make: Oxocard Connect 2 Starter Pack
          Snap in a cartridge and go. ESP32 power, Python-style coding, and a starter book for hands-on learning.
          $169.00 $130.00
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          Make: Radio Companion Kit
          Build your own radio receiver with the Make: Radio Companion Kit and demystify the wireless signals behind Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cell phones.
          $180.00
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          Make: Soldering Starter Pack
          A soldering starter kit bundling essential tools with our Learn to Solder ebook, ideal for beginners or as a gift for any maker.
          $65.00 $45.00
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          Make: Arduino Electronics Starter Pack
          Jump into electronics with the new Arduino UNO R4—more speed, memory, and connectivity in this open-source starter pack.
          $69.95 from $55.00
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          Starter Pack for Raspberry Pico W
          Kickstart your Raspberry Pico W journey with this starter pack, built around the wireless-ready dual-core board and 4 popular coding languages.
          $75.00 $65.00
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          Make: How to Use a Breadboard! Kit
          Master breadboarding basics with this self-guided kit featuring a comic-style handbook, solderless breadboard, and parts.
          $59.95 $55.00
          Only 3 left!
          DIY Theremin Kit
          Build your own touchless musical instrument and make sound by waving your hands with this hands-on DIY Theremin Kit.
          $40.00
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          Make: Very Useful Monsters - RalfE
          Meet Ralf-E - It's your Robotic Assistant for Learning the FUNdamentals of Electronics!
          $74.95 $64.95
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          DIY Arcade Joystick Kit
          Build your own arcade-style controller with this DIY Joystick Kit — high-quality joystick, buttons and all the wiring a retro gaming project needs.
          $34.95 from $30.00
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          Python Starter Kit
          The Python Starter Kit teaches MicroPython on a Raspberry Pi Pico W, from blinking LEDs to Morse code over Wi-Fi, in one beginner bundle.
          $30.00
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          Microcontroller Survival Pack
          Stock your bag with the Microcontroller Survival Pack — 60+ parts for hacking, repairing and prototyping circuits wherever your project takes you.
          $29.95 from $24.95
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          Make: Ultimate Arduino Kit v.4
          Dive into microcontrollers with the Make: Ultimate Arduino Kit v.4, packing 100+ components so you can tackle nearly any tutorial without extra parts.
          $139.95 $120.00
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          Makey:bit Adventure Board w/ micro:bit
          The Makey:bit Adventure Board supercharges your BBC micro:bit with a fun robot form factor and easy connections for servos and sensors.
          $59.95 $54.95
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          Very Useful Monsters Robotic Workshop Kit featuring the GabbE robot model with googly eyes on a blue background.
          Very Useful Monsters Robotic Workshop Kit
          Introduce middle and high schoolers to coding, engineering, and robotics with the Make: Very Useful Monsters Robotic Workshop Kit, hands-on and fun.
          $150.00 $135.00
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          Compressed Air Rocket Launcher v3.0
          Launch reusable rockets hundreds of feet with the Compressed Air Rocket Launcher v3.0, a Maker Faire favorite since 2008.
          $145.95 $130.00
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          OCTOPUS CO2 Detector Badge
          A wearable CO2 and air-quality badge featuring Sensirion and Bosch sensors plus NeoPixel LEDs, great for hands-on environmental science.
          $139.95 $100.00
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          LemurBox
          LemurBox is a modular DIY STEAM kit blending 3D computer vision, optics and LLMs into a buildable Pepper's ghost diorama — no soldering required.
          $79.99
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          Make: Raspberry Pi Parts Pack
          The Make: Raspberry Pi Parts Pack supplies the components and tutorials to code your own Pi projects in Python, C and more (Pi sold separately).
          $69.95 $49.95
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          Maker Faire Powerbase Medallion - Solder Kits
          The Maker Faire Powerbase Medallion powers up simple solder-on faceplates with a coin-cell battery and switch — the base for countless solder kits.
          $6.95 from $6.00
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          Synth-a-Sette
          Synth-a-Sette turns everyday conductive objects into musical keys — a no-solder, beginner-friendly way to build your own analog-style instrument.
          $60.00
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          IOT Smart Home Kit
          The IOT Smart Home Kit follows Dr. Lumi on an ESP32-powered STEM adventure, teaching kids sensors and smart home programming basics.
          $67.00 $47.34
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          Adventure Kit 2: Pandoras Box
          Adventure Kit 2: Pandoras Box continues the sci-fi coding saga with bonus spy and fantasy storylines layered over real Arduino and ESP32 skills.
          $197.00 $194.49
          Battle Arena - Camp Witch Doctor
          Battle your robots at home with this Camp Witch Doctor Battle Arena — durable EVA foam tiles, colored start squares and clear walls for 2-4 players.
          $120.00
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          The EMF Explorer Kit
          The EMF Explorer Kit lets you listen to the hidden electromagnetic frequencies around you — Bluetooth, cellphones and more, built and solderable.
          $35.00 $30.00
          Petoi Robot Dog Bittle X
          Meet Bittle X, an open-source, voice-controlled robot dog with 35+ built-in commands for STEM and robotics learning.
          from $319.00
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          Petoi Robot Dog Bittle
          Meet Bittle, the palm-sized open-source quadruped robot dog with app and remote control for lifelike robotics fun.
          from $289.00
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          Build and Battle Robot Kits by Camp Witch Doctor
          Build your first battle robot with guidance from BattleBots' Andrea of Team Witch Doctor in this beginner-friendly kit.
          $299.99
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          DIY 26 Inch 48v 1000w Ebike Conversion Kit Rear
          Turn any 26-inch bike into an electric ride with this 48V 1000W rear hub conversion kit, complete with tire and dual-mode controller support.
          $299.99 $249.79
          National Geographic StarApp70 - 70mm Refractor Telescope w/ Astronomy APP
          Locate planets and constellations with the National Geographic StarApp70 telescope, paired with an app-guided mount and in-app encyclopedia.
          $149.99
          National Geographic Deluxe Adventure Set
          Explore land and sky in one go with the National Geographic Deluxe Adventure Set, combining a telescope, microscope, and binoculars in a single kit.
          $79.99
          Explore Science V8 Model Engine - STEM
          Build a working model of a real combustion engine with this 270+ piece Explore Science V8 STEM kit, perfect for young engineers-in-training.
          $69.99
          Ultimate Beginner Pedal Kit
          Build your first guitar pedal without the headaches using this presorted, beginner-friendly kit from MAS Effects, made for an easy, satisfying build.
          $59.00
          Holiday Pedal Ornament Kits
          Build a playable mini guitar pedal ornament with this beginner-friendly holiday kit from MAS Effects, a fun gift for bandmates and DIY builders alike.
          from $29.00
          RC TankCam, Tank and Camera Mode, Educational STEM Kit
          Switch between Battle and Vision modes with the DIY RC TankCam Kit, a hands-on STEM build blending engineering, science, and remote-control fun.
          $45.99
          Fish Robot DIY Kit, Educational STEM Toy
          Build your own fish robot and watch it swim with this hands-on STEM kit, a fun educational craft project for kids ages 10 and up.
          $27.99
          Build & Learn Walkie Talkie STEM Kit (Set of 2) – Hands-On Electronics
          Build your own working walkie-talkies and explore communication electronics with this hands-on STEM kit, perfect for two young makers to share.
          $39.99
          Qubits STEM Construction Kit for Kids colorful building set showcasing creative designs and engineering fun.
          Qubits STEM Construction Kit for Kids colorful ball structure made of interlocking pieces.
          Qubits STEM Construction Kit for Kids
          Build with the Shark Tank-featured Qubits STEM Construction Kit—a hands-on set that blends creative play with real engineering exploration for kids.
          $100.00
          Repair Business Toolkit
          Launch a mobile repair business with this all-in-one toolkit and messenger bag, packed with tools iFixit technicians trust for any job.
          from $229.99
          LEARN TO SOLDER - TRANSISTOR CAT
          Solder a paw-activated sound circuit into this Transistor Cat kit—a fun, personalizable way for beginners to learn electronics.
          from $12.00
          Learn To Solder - Steampunk Owl
          Build a light-up Steampunk Owl with this beginner soldering kit—two large LEDs and clear instructions make circuit-building easy.
          from $12.00
          Paper Lantern Kit
          Light up a Traditional Paper Lantern in just 1-2 hours with this quick, beginner-friendly two-LED soldering kit.
          from $12.00
          STEM KITS - RENEWABLE ENERGY
          Explore solar panels and wind turbines hands-on with these renewable energy STEM kits, built for curious beginner-to-intermediate makers.
          from $16.00
          Craft materials for the Blinker Bird soldering kit, featuring feathers, a circuit board, and colorful markers.
          Blinker Bird
          Solder a multivibrator circuit into this fun Blinker Bird kit, then decorate your finished project as a soldering skills badge.
          from $16.00
          Learn To Solder - Sugar Skull kit including colorful decorations, soldering iron, and circuit components.
          Learn To Solder - Sugar Skull kit components including decorated skulls, pom poms, and colorful paper.
          Learn To Solder - Sugar Skull
          Learn real soldering skills with the Sugar Skull kit: build a working LED circuit, then personalize your own colorful skill-badge project.
          from $12.00
          Soldering Kit: Sutro Tower model with LED lights and soldering iron against a teal background.
          Soldering Kit: Sutro Tower components including circuit pieces, LED lights, and challenge badge on green background.
          Soldering Kit: Sutro Tower
          Solder your own miniature Sutro Tower landmark while earning a soldering skill badge—an iconic SF-inspired beginner electronics project.
          from $18.00
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          Learn To Solder - Holiday Tree kit includes PCB, LEDs, and On/Off switch for creative projects.
          Learn To Solder - Holiday Tree kit includes PCB, LEDs, and on/off switch for creative projects.
          Learn To Solder - Holiday Tree
          Solder glowing LEDs into a festive tabletop tree, then decorate it your way—a fun 1-2 hour beginner electronics project for the holidays.
          $16.00 from $12.00
          Learn To Solder - NiteLight Lantern components including soldering iron, circuit boards, and electronic parts.
          Learn To Solder - NiteLight Lantern
          Build a transistor-based logic circuit that lights an LED in the dark with this intermediate soldering kit and skill-badge project.
          from $12.00
          STEM Kits - Pizza Racer project materials including colorful sheets, a robot figure, and coins for engineering experiments.
          STEM Kits - Pizza Racer
          Combine brush bots, derby racers, and craft materials in the Pizza Racer STEM kit to explore mass, energy, and engineering hands-on.
          from $7.00
          Snap Circuits Snap 2 It
          Race to complete a working circuit first in Snap Circuits Snap 2 It, a fast-paced 1-4 player electronics board game for kids and teens.
          $47.49
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          Finch Robot 2.0
          Take coding off the screen with Finch Robot 2.0, a durable classroom robot with scaffolded programming from kindergarten through AP CSA.
          $149.00
          Only 5 left!
          Snap Circuits Snap Brics
          Wire up brick builds with lights, sounds, and moving parts using Snap Circuits Snap Brics' patent-pending Bric-2-Snap technology.
          $65.49
          ESTES E Launch Controller
          Upgrade your launch pad to handle Estes E engines and beyond with the 2230 E Launch Controller, compatible with any Estes motor.
          $40.99
          ESTES Mini Alpha Launch Set
          Launch your first model rocket with the Estes Mini Alpha, using manageable 13mm mini engines for an exciting beginner rocketry experience.
          $34.99
          ESTES Mini Mod Starter Set
          Get flying fast with the Estes Mini Mod Starter Set—rocket, launch pad, controller, and engines included for first-time rocketeers.
          $54.99
          ESTES Mini Der Red Max™ Launch Set Rocket-Building Kit for Ages 10+
          Level up your rocketry skills with the Estes Mini Der Red Max, a mini-scale intermediate kit for ages 10+ ready for bigger builds.
          $39.99
          ESTES Space2Inspire STEM Kit Rocket-Building Kit for Ages 10+
          Build an award-winning rocket with the Estes Space2Inspire STEM Kit, a 2025 ASTRA Star Play Finalist and Top Summer Toy winner for ages 10+.
          $59.99
          ESTES Athena X Starter Set Rocket-Building Kit, Flying-Rocket-Model Kit
          Get to the launch field fast with the ready-to-fly Estes Athena X Starter Set, a classic beginner model rocket kit for ages 10+.
          $54.49
          The spiker:bit from Backyard Brains
          Turn your heartbeat, muscles, or brainwaves into interactive micro:bit projects with the spiker:bit—no coding experience required.
          $99.99
          WisBlock Meshtastic Starter Kit
          Start building your own Meshtastic radio with the WisBlock Starter Kit—RAK19007 baseboard, RAK4631 core, and antenna included.
          $36.97
          SouthOrd Repinnable Locksmith School-In-A-Box Lock Picking Training Kit
          Learn locksmithing hands-on with this repinnable training kit—five lock cylinders that build your picking skills progressively.
          $119.95
          Squishy Circuits Standard Kit
          Combine squishy dough and real circuits with the Squishy Circuits Standard Kit—an engaging, hands-on intro to electronics for kids.
          $38.50
          Squishy Circuits Deluxe Kit
          Take circuit exploration further with the Squishy Circuits Deluxe Kit, packed with extra components for budding young inventors.
          $82.50
          Squishy Circuits Group+ Refill Kit
          Keep the squishy circuit fun going with over 25 pounds of fresh conductive and insulating dough in this Group+ Refill Kit.
          $175.00
          Squishy Circuits Green Engineering Kit
          Explore solar, wind, and battery energy through hands-on dough circuits with the Squishy Circuits Green Engineering Kit.
          $100.00
          Neuron SpikerBox
          Record real neuron action potentials live in class with the Neuron SpikerBox—research-grade electrophysiology made classroom-ready.
          $249.99
          Robotic Cat Nybble Q Coding Robot Cat | Petoi
          Meet Nybble Q, the open-source robot cat with 35+ lifelike behaviors controllable by app or voice command.
          from $435.00
          Bittle Robotic Arm Gripper Extension Kit with Alloy Servos
          Add a programmable robotic gripper with 2 degrees of freedom to your metal-servo Bittle robot with this arm extension kit.
          from $69.00
          REX Evolution 8in1 Robotic Kit For Adults Coding Robot Kit
          Build and code an 8-in-1 robot with this Raspberry Pi powered kit designed for adults exploring intermediate robotics projects.
          $149.99
          PicoBricks IoT Expert Kit: Start Building IoT Projects
          Start building real IoT projects with the PicoBricks IoT Expert Kit's 11 modules and 17 add-ons on a no-solder Mainboard.
          $104.99
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          BerryBot Programmable Educational Robot
          Spark STEM curiosity with BerryBot, a Raspberry Pi powered programmable robot that turns learning into hands-on play.
          $65.00 $54.99
          PicoBricks Base Kit: Robotics Project Starter Kit
          Kick off robotics projects with the PicoBricks Base Kit's 11 modules and 9 add-ons on an easy, no-solder Mainboard.
          $68.99
          PicoBricks Zero to Hero Kit: All in One Robotic Kit
          Go from beginner to advanced robotics with the PicoBricks Zero to Hero Kit's 18 components, robotic arm, and voice-controlled car.
          $119.99
          37 in 1 Sensors Modules
          $37.00
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          Robot Pu
          Robot PU Programmable Humanoid STEM Micro:bit Robot Kit with Gamepad, Autopilot, Sing Dance & Talk, Soccer Games, Block & Python Coding for Kids
          $190.00 $165.00