A subscription box is a recurring delivery of selected products meant to provide the subscriber with a different experience each time!
There are various types of subscription boxes for children, ranging from experiential boxes (like science experiments or sensory play) to monthly book drops. Subscription boxes are great for giving the children a surprise each month, and to keep them entertained at home!
Here's a round-up of some subscription boxes that we found that will keep the children entertained!
1. Josh & Cherie Books
Theme: Books
Age Suitability: 0 - 7 yrs old
Price: $33.90 (single box)
Shipping: Local
Receive a parcel of books each month when you subscribe to Josh & Cherie! Aimed at nurturing the excitement for reading, each Josh & Cherie box will include 2 -3 age-appropriate books for kids aged between 0 - 18 mths, 19 - 30 mths, 3 - 4 yrs and 5 - 7 yrs. You may even opt for Mandarin book add-on for $10 extra per book!
2. Bitsbox
Photo Credit: Bitsbox
Theme: Coding
Age Suitability: 6 - 12 yrs old
Price: USD $16.95 (per month)
Shipping: Online PDF option available
Start your child on their coding journey with Bitsbox. Each month, you will receive a dozen App projects sent via email. Select the App to work on and start coding on the Bitsbox website! Once done, the App can be used on any computer, tablet or phone with a web browser.
3. Squizzel Box
Theme: Play-based Learning
Age Suitability: Pre-school from 3 yrs onwards
Price: $39.90 (per month)
Shipping: Local
Receive 10 fun-filled and educational activities each month when you subscribe to the Squizzel Box subscription. Expect a different theme each month with activities that incorporate Science, Mathematics, Language, Art, Music, Culture and Sensory play.
4. KiwiCo
Theme: STEM & Arts
Age Suitability: Crate-specific ages: Panda 0–24m, Koala 2–4y, Kiwi 5–8y, Atlas 6–11y, Yummy 6–14y, Doodle 9–16+, Tinker 9–16+, Maker/Eureka 14–104y)
Price: Varies by crate
Shipping: International to Singapore from $4.95 USD
Each month, receive a hands-on crate designed for age-appropriate learning in science, engineering, arts, cooking, geography, and creative play. Crates are tested for over 1,000 hours to ensure fun and educational experiences, with flexible subscriptions that can be paused or cancelled anytime.
5. CrunchLabs
Theme: Engineering & Robotics
Age Suitability: Build Box 8–13 yrs, Hack Pack 14+ yrs
Price: Build Box $27.45–$32.95 per box, Hack Pack $66.65–$79.95 per box (depending on subscription plan)
Shipping: Build Box ships to USA, Canada, and 40+ countries; Hack Pack ships to USA, Canada, and EU (excluding Iceland)
Receive hands-on projects each month designed to develop engineering, robotics, and problem-solving skills. Each crate includes engaging activities that challenge creativity and technical thinking, with flexible subscription options to suit different schedules and budgets.
