Readers' Choice Awards

Scary Mommy 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards Best Subscription Box For Kids

Subscription boxes are magical inventions loads of parents can’t live without.

by Team Scary Mommy

Say you have a kid that’s really into animals, or cooking, or STEM. Chances are you’ve blown through the aisles at your toy store looking for options for things to keep your kiddo occupied. Enter: Subscription boxes. Like magic, these arrive at your house ready to entertain your kid in their chosen activity. Here are some of our favorites. What’s yours?

Scary Mommy’s readers have spoken!

Congratulations to our top Subscription Box for Kids vote-getters:

1. We Craft Box

What Scary Mommy readers love about We Craft Box:

  • Finally, a box for two kids and an end to the "Hey, that’s my glitter!" wars! An absolute win-win for siblings and ✌️ in our home!
  • Everything you need is included—even the box gets used! The instructions are so easy to follow, and the art supplies are top-notch.
  • This women-owned brand delivers monthly variety that appeals to all ages. It’s a creative way to spark imagination while thinking outside the box!

2. Girls Can! Crate

What Scary Mommy readers love about GIRLS CAN! CRATE:

  • A huge 🙌 for highlighting REAL female heroes! My daughter looks forward to the inspiring stories and STEAM activities every month.
  • Representation matters! This crate empowers girls through women's history. It proves they're capable of achieving anything they set their minds to!
  • I love how this box encourages my daughters to be strong. The quality is outstanding, and they love learning about trailblazing female role models!

3. Lovevery

What Scary Mommy readers love about Lovevery:

  • Lovevery is effortless! These research-backed kits are perfectly timed for my child’s development, taking the guesswork (and stress) out of playtime.
  • These toys stand the test of time! They’re so intentional and premium, they still looked new for my second baby. Far and away the best!
  • A++ for making my life easier, less cluttered, and more fun. I love the analog activities and trust Lovevery knows exactly what’s interesting to my kids!

Photos courtesy of Baketivity, Bookroo, CrunchLabs, Eat2Explore, Girls Can! Crate, KiwiCo, Lovevery, Raddish Kids, Sensory TheraPLAY, We Craft Box