Toddler subscriptions

Has anyone tried the mini makers craft subscription or the bear can read subscription boxes? (UK)
I have a 2 year old, and I’m debating whether to get one or both of these subscriptions. I just wanted to know if they’re any good! 😌

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We used bear can read, and my kid loved the activity sheets - the books could be hit or miss based on personal choice so ultimately I decided it wasnt worth how expensive it is and just buy her activity books and reading books now x

I’ve just got the mini maker box. I’ve only had 1 month so far. I had gone for the sensory box only which is good but I felt like we didn’t get as much out of it so I’ve upgraded to the activity box. My son is 3 and will still require a lot of help with the activities but I think he’ll get more out of it. He did enjoy the sensory box though and I thought he might get bored quickly but he liked playing with it for about 20 minutes before he got bored.

Thank you. I’ve decided to give the mini makers a go 🙋🏻‍♀️

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