Whether it’s the newest slime-mixing kit, coloring book, or craft kit, the arts and crafts category is always looking to offer more ways for kids and kids at heart to express their individuality.

It’s that time of the year when you’re making your list, checking it twice, for gifts that spark a love of science for the kids in your life. Ira talks with Mahnaz Dar, young readers’ editor at Kirkus ...