Geomagworld SA is a Swiss toy maker best known for its original magnetic construction system, invented and patented in 1998, in which rods and metal spheres become open-ended structures through magnetic attraction. The company designs its products at its headquarters and makes them at its factory in Canton Ticino, while extending the same hands-on approach into classroom learning through its Geomag Education initiative. Its toys use recycled raw materials and have received STEM Approved certification from STEM.org.
STEM Approved certification by STEM.org
ClixoClixo makes flexible magnetic building toys that turn flat shapes into three-dimensional creations for open-ended, screen-free play. Its lightweight pieces click together with embedded magnets, giving children and adults a tactile way to explore everything from imaginative builds to STEAM learning, while themed packs such as Mars rovers and dinosaurs add new creative directions. Based in Brooklyn, Clixo is a STEM.org-certified educational product and has received recognition from the Toy Insider, Tillywig and Mom’s Choice Awards.BROOKLYN, NY
Theo Klein GmbHFrom its base on the Südliche Weinstraße, the family-run Theo Klein GmbH has been making imaginative, educational toys for more than 75 years. The company employs over 200 people across sites in Germany, England, France and Spain, and combines its broad licensed and original play worlds with a continuing production presence in Germany. Its toys are developed with input from educators, parents and kindergarten teachers, with quality and child development central to the process.MILLERSBURG, PA
Plus-Plus USAPlus-Plus USA brings Danish-designed, single-shape building toys to North American families, with a small creative office and warehouse in Greenville, South Carolina. The pieces are made at Plus-Plus’s own factory in Holbæk, Denmark, which runs entirely on wind energy, and the company’s open-ended play extends from large BIG pieces for young children to classic tubes and HEXEL fidget toys. Plus-Plus products are made from recyclable plastic and tested to meet North American ASTM and CPSIA standards.AKRON, OH
Melissa & DougMelissa & Doug makes hands-on children’s toys designed for open-ended pretend play, early learning, and creative discovery. Its best-known playthings include wooden building blocks and imaginative play-food sets, with products such as its 100-Piece Wood Blocks Set carrying Forest Stewardship Council certification for new inventory. The brand also invites customers to submit ideas for new hands-on play products and now operates as part of the Spin Master brand.New York, NY