The Root Viewer Plant Growing Kit offers a unique opportunity for children to explore the fascinating world of plant growth from the ground up—literally! This hands-on kit allows kids to observe root development in real-time, fostering a deeper understanding of plant biology and ecology. As a parent or educator, you can encourage curiosity and scientific inquiry, making it a delightful addition to any learning environment. Join the journey of growth and discovery right before your eyes!
Explore Nature with Kids Science Kit
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Back to the Roots Kids Science Grow Kit 2ct - Watermelon and Sunflower is the perfect way to ignite your child’s curiosity about the natural world! This STEM certified kit allows little ones to cultivate their very own plants, teaching them essential skills like responsibility, patience, and observation. Watching seeds sprout into vibrant sunflowers or juicy watermelons is not just fun; it fosters a love for science and sustainability. As parents and educators, we can delight in seeing our kids develop a deeper appreciation for nature while engaging in hands-on learning. 4-10 years
Develops skills:
responsibility, observation, patience, problem solving, plant biology
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Explore Nature with Kids Science Kit includes a STEM certified grow kit that transforms your little ones into budding botanists, nurturing both plants and their appreciation for nature.
Craft Crush Faux Plant Sand Art Adventure
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Craft Crush Faux Plant Sand Craft Kit is a wonderful way to spark creativity and exploration in our teens and adults! This DIY home décor project not only brightens up any space—be it a desk, dresser, or office—but also nurtures mindfulness and fine motor skills. As we engage in crafting these stunning mini sand art pieces, we’re not just creating decor; we're also enhancing our ability to think critically, plan, and express ourselves artistically. It's the perfect opportunity for us to share an enjoyable activity together and transform our living spaces into vibrant reflections of our personalities! 13+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, mindfulness, critical thinking, planning, artistic expression
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Craft Crush Faux Plant Sand Art Adventure includes everything needed to create stunning mini sand art pieces, making it a perfect way to spark creativity together while brightening up our space.
Create with Inkadinkado Monstera Plant Kit
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Inkadinkado 62-01186 Monstera Plant Adult's and Kid's Paper Craft Building Kit is the perfect blend of creativity and education for the whole family! Together, we can explore the art of crafting while developing fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and patience. With engaging die-cut textured cardstock and user-friendly double-sided adhesive, we’ll bring our very own potted monstera plant to life—no green thumb required! This activity is not just about making décor; it’s about bonding, learning, and inspiring creativity in our children as they discover the joy of creating something beautiful and unique. 8+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, spatial awareness, patience, creativity, problem solving
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Create with Inkadinkado Monstera Plant Kit includes engaging die-cut textured cardstock that encourages families to bond while crafting a delightful décor piece—green thumb optional!
Ignite Creativity with Desert Plants Diorama Kit
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Woodland Scenics SP4124 Desert Plants Diorama Kit is the perfect gateway to creativity and exploration for our little artists! This engaging kit allows children to create a stunning desert landscape while learning about unique desert ecosystems. As they master crafting skills and engage in imaginative play, they also enhance their fine motor skills and spatial awareness. This hands-on project not only sparks a love for art but also invites exciting discussions about nature—making it an educational treasure for parents and educators alike! 8+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, spatial awareness, creativity, crafting, ecosystem understanding
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Ignite Creativity with Desert Plants Diorama Kit features an engaging hands-on project that nurtures artistic expression while fostering a love for nature and its wonders.
Exciting Crystal Growing Science Kit
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The 4M 7 Crystal Growing Science Experimental Kit with Display Cases is an incredible hands-on experience for kids aged 10 and up. This kit not only sparks a love for science and geology but also enhances critical thinking and problem-solving skills as children perform engaging experiments to grow spectacular crystals. With easy-to-follow instructions and the thrill of watching their creations bloom, this kit is a perfect educational gift that encourages curiosity and exploration. 10+ years
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critical thinking, problem solving, scientific inquiry, patience, observation skills, creativity
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Exciting Crystal Growing Science Kit includes easy-to-follow instructions for growing spectacular crystals, making science feel less like homework and more like magic right at home.
Clean Water Science Adventure
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The 4M Green Science: Clean Water Science kit is an exciting DIY experience for kids aged 5 and up, where they can create their very own mini water filtration and desalination plant! This hands-on project not only teaches them the fascinating science behind water purification but also fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills while promoting environmental stewardship and an understanding of sustainable practices through solar energy use. 5+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, critical thinking, environmental awareness, hands-on STEM, creativity, project management
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Clean Water Science Adventure includes a DIY water filtration project that turns science into a fun, eco-friendly experiment, inspiring future inventors to tackle real-world challenges.
Explore Natural Science with Spa Fun
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WILD ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE is the perfect STEM kit for aspiring young scientists! With this delightful spa science kit, kids will dive into the fascinating world of natural health and well-being while creating their own dream pillows, fragrant potpourri, and soothing bath fizzers. Not only do they get hands-on experience with fun experiments, but they also learn about plant-based remedies, the chemistry of pH, and nutritional benefits of nature’s wonders. As parents and educators, we value how this kit nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and an appreciation for healthy habits—all while having a blast! 8+ years
Develops skills:
creative thinking, hands-on experimentation, knowledge of natural health, chemistry exploration, sensory development
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Explore Natural Science with Spa Fun invites kids to create soothing bath fizzers, making learning about plant-based remedies and healthy habits a bubbly adventure in self-care.
Exploring Science with Microscope Slides
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The Learning Resources Prepared Slides Combo Set is an exciting way to spark curiosity in young scientists aged 8 and up! With 48 meticulously prepared specimen slides, kids can dive into the fascinating world of biology—viewing everything from intricate plant structures to diverse insect specimens under the microscope. This hands-on approach doesn't just enhance observation skills; it fosters critical thinking as students analyze their findings. Perfect for classrooms and home learning alike, it’s a fantastic tool to inspire a lifelong love for science! 8+ years
Develops skills:
observation skills, critical thinking, scientific reasoning, biology, fine motor skills
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Exploring Science with Microscope Slides comes with 48 meticulously prepared specimen slides, turning any budding scientist into a mini explorer of the biological world right at home.
National Geographic Kids Herb Growing Kit
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The National Geographic Herb Growing Kit for Kids is a delightful way to introduce our little ones to the wonders of gardening! Perfect for kids aged 8-12, this hands-on kit encourages creativity as they beautify their own pots while learning about plant growth and care. By planting basil, oregano, and chives, our children not only cultivate a green thumb but also gain valuable insights into the environment and nutrition. It's a fun blend of arts, crafts, and science, making it an excellent choice for educational birthday gifts! 8-12 years
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gardening, creativity, environmental awareness, responsibility, fine motor skills, nutrition knowledge
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National Geographic Kids Herb Growing Kit includes all the essentials for growing basil, oregano, and chives, turning little plant lovers into budding botanists while they get their hands dirty!
Illuminating Science: Terrarium Adventure
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The Discovery™ #Mindblown DIY Light-Up LED Terrarium invites kids to explore the wonders of botany and chemistry through a fun, hands-on project. As children plant rye grass and grow stunning crystal formations, they're not just playing; they're cultivating essential skills like observation, patience, and critical thinking. This all-inclusive kit makes science come alive, making it an ideal choice for parents and educators who want to spark curiosity and foster a love for learning. 8+ years
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observation, patience, critical thinking, botany, chemistry, creativity
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Illuminating Science: Terrarium Adventure invites kids to grow their own plants and crystals, making science a vibrant, hands-on experience right at home.
Mega Science Adventure for Kids
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The National Geographic Mega Science Lab is an incredible science kit for kids packed with over 130 exciting experiments! From building erupting volcanoes to growing glow-in-the-dark crystals, this kit fosters a love for Earth sciences and chemistry while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Parents and educators will appreciate the bonus guide filled with household activities, making it easy to explore fascinating science concepts at home or in the classroom. It's not just about fun; it's about igniting curiosity and empowering young minds to discover the magic of science! 8+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, problem solving, earth sciences, chemistry, creativity, hands-on exploration
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Mega Science Adventure for Kids includes over 130 exciting experiments that transform kitchen tables into mini laboratories, making science irresistibly fun and brilliantly engaging for young minds.
Glowing Crystal Science Adventure
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The National Geographic Jumbo Crystal Growing Kit is an extraordinary way for kids to dive into the fascinating world of geology. As they mix and monitor their own giant, glow-in-the-dark crystal, children not only experience the joy of hands-on science but also develop critical thinking, patience, and a love for exploration. With easy-to-follow instructions and engaging lessons on crystal formation, this kit sparks curiosity and makes learning about science unforgettable! 8+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, patience, exploration, hands-on science, creativity, observation skills
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Glowing Crystal Science Adventure includes easy-to-follow instructions that turn kids into little geologists, nurturing their curiosity while they create their own dazzling glow-in-the-dark crystal!
Grow Minds with Hydroponics Fun!
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Nancy B's Science Club Way to Grow Hydroponics Kit & Gardening Diary invites our little scientists to explore the wonders of plant growth in an engaging way! With tools that spark curiosity, children can observe, measure, and cultivate their very own plants, making biology and botany come to life right before their eyes. The 22-page activity journal is a treasure trove of experiments and fun facts, including the fascinating history of the Aztecs’ floating gardens. This kit isn't just about growing plants; it's about growing minds, supporting STEM learning, and nurturing a lifelong love for science! 8+ years
Develops skills:
observational skills, measurement, critical thinking, hands-on learning, biological science, curiosity
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Grow Minds with Hydroponics Fun! includes a 22-page activity journal that ignites curiosity about plants while sneaking in valuable STEM lessons—who knew growing greens could be this much fun?
Mars Landing Survival Kit Adventure
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The WILD ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE Mars Landing Survival Kit invites kids aged 8 and up to embark on a thrilling journey of interstellar discovery. This educational kit not only fosters a love for science and engineering but also equips children with essential skills like problem-solving and critical thinking as they learn to build a sustainable ecosystem on Mars. With hands-on experiments in growing plants and creating biodomes, kids will experience the wonders of environmental science in a fun, imaginative way! 8+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, critical thinking, hands-on experimentation, environmental science, teamwork, creativity, ecology
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Mars Landing Survival Kit Adventure includes hands-on experiments that let kids build sustainable ecosystems, igniting their passion for science while turning playtime into a cosmic mission.
Discover Nature with Sprout & Grow Window
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Sprout & Grow Window is the perfect way for kids to explore the magic of plant growth right in their own home or classroom! This interactive gardening kit allows budding botanists to witness the fascinating journey of seeds transforming into plants, complete with a transparent design that reveals the roots below the soil. As parents and educators, we can encourage early STEM learning by sparking curiosity about nature and science—instilling a love for exploration from a young age. Everything needed for this engaging project, including seeds, soil, and activity suggestions, is included, making it a delightful and educational gift for curious minds aged 5 and up! 5+ years
Develops skills:
botany, observation skills, patience, responsibility, early STEM learning, scientific thinking
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Discover Nature with Sprout & Grow Window features a transparent design that reveals roots, making it an enchanting gateway for kids to witness plant growth firsthand.
Creative Roots Paint Your Own Fox
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The Creative Roots Paint Your Own Fox DIY Kit invites kids aged 5 and up to dive into a world of creativity and self-expression! This engaging ceramic painting set enhances fine motor skills and artistic development as children mix vibrant colors and design their own unique fox. Not only does it spark imagination through hands-on play, but it also encourages children to display their masterpiece in their room or garden, making art feel alive and personal. Perfect for budding artists and fox lovers alike, this kit creates a canvas for endless storytelling and imaginative exploration! 5+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, color mixing, self-expression, storytelling
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Creative Roots Paint Your Own Fox includes a DIY ceramic painting kit that turns art time into a unique storytelling adventure, making creativity feel personal and fun.
Creative Roots Unicorn Mosaic Magic
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Creative Roots Mosaic Unicorn Stepping Stone is the perfect blend of art and nature that inspires our little ones! With this DIY kit, kids aged 6 and up can unleash their creativity while developing fine motor skills and color recognition. As they mix and match the six vibrant acrylic paints, they not only create a beautiful unicorn masterpiece for their garden but also discover the joys of artistic expression. This stepping stone becomes a wonderful addition to their outdoor space, sparking imagination and conversation for years to come! 6+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, creativity, artistic expression, problem solving, outdoor exploration
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Creative Roots Unicorn Mosaic Magic includes six vibrant acrylic paints, making art not only a fun project but also a delightful addition to any garden that sparks imagination.
Creative Roots Stepping Stone Art Kit
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Creative Roots Paint Your Own Butterfly, Ladybug & Sun Stepping Stone is the perfect gateway to artistic expression for our little ones! As parents and educators, we know the joy of watching children immerse themselves in creativity, and this kit makes it easy. It encourages fine motor skills and color recognition while providing a platform for self-expression through vibrant painting. Plus, crafting these beautiful garden stones helps enhance patience and focus, making it a fun yet educational experience for kids! 5-10 years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, patience, focus, creativity, artistic expression
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Creative Roots Stepping Stone Art Kit includes three charming designs to paint, transforming backyard stones into vibrant pieces of art while promoting creativity and concentration.
Creative Roots Mosaic Flower Stone Fun
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Creative Roots Mosaic Flower Garden Stepping Stone Kit invites kids into a vibrant world of creativity and self-expression! With this DIY kit, children aged 6 and up can explore the fundamentals of art while developing fine motor skills, color recognition, and artistic imagination as they paint their own beautiful garden stone. This hands-on activity encourages not only creativity but also problem-solving through color mixing and design choices, making it a perfect blend of education and fun. As parents and educators, we know that gifts like these nourish creativity in our young ones, and there's nothing quite like providing a treasure that will forever bloom in their hearts, even if the flowers themselves don't wilt! 6+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, artistic imagination, problem solving, creativity
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Creative Roots Mosaic Flower Stone Fun includes all the materials for kids to paint their own garden stone, turning creativity into a vibrant outdoor masterpiece that lasts!
Creative Roots Mosaic Heart Stepping Stone
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The Creative Roots Mosaic Heart Stepping Stone invites kids aged 8 and up to dive into the vibrant world of creativity and self-expression. By painting their own unique designs, children enhance fine motor skills, unleash their artistic talents, and practice color theory through mixing paints. This engaging DIY kit not only encourages artistic exploration but also fosters pride and accomplishment as they create a beautiful piece to display in their home or garden. 8+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, creativity, color theory, self-expression, patience, problem solving
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Creative Roots Mosaic Heart Stepping Stone invites kids to paint their own unique designs, turning art into a heartwarming masterpiece they'll proudly showcase.
Creative Roots Mosaic Ladybug Stone Adventure
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Creative Roots Mosaic Ladybug Stone sparks joy and creativity in every child! This DIY garden stepping stone kit allows kids ages 6 and up to unleash their inner artists while developing essential skills like color recognition, fine motor skills, and problem-solving. With six vibrant acrylic paints and an adorable ladybug design, your little ones will delight in the process of mixing colors and creating a one-of-a-kind piece for your garden or home. It’s the perfect bonding activity for families, nurturing creativity while also encouraging a love for nature and gardening. 6+ years
Develops skills:
fine motor skills, color recognition, problem solving, creativity, teamwork
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Creative Roots Mosaic Ladybug Stone Adventure includes six vibrant acrylic paints for endless artistic exploration, turning family time into a colorful celebration of nature and creativity.
Glow & Grow Mini Terrarium Fun
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The Nature Bound Light-Up Terrarium Kit with LED Light for Kids invites children into the enchanting world of gardening and science. With hands-on activities and a glowing LED light, kids will explore plant growth while developing critical thinking, responsibility, and a love for nature. It's a delightful way to spark curiosity and foster STEM skills at home or in the classroom, making it a favorite among parents and teachers alike. 5+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, responsibility, plant biology, fine motor skills, curiosity, environmental awareness
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Glow & Grow Mini Terrarium Fun features a glowing LED light that turns learning about plant growth into a magical experience, sparking creativity and a love for gardening.
National Geographic Dinosaur Terrarium Kit
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The National Geographic Dinosaur Terrarium Kit for Kids is a fantastic way to blend play with education! This engaging science kit encourages children to grow their very own mini indoor garden while diving into the fascinating world of dinosaurs. Beyond just planting seeds and watering, kids will develop essential skills in responsibility and observation as they watch their dino habitat come to life under a colorful, multicolor LED light. With hands-on decorating, including dino figurines and stickers, this kit is perfect for sparking curiosity and nurturing a love for science and nature. 5-12 years
Develops skills:
responsibility, observation, plant care, creativity, fine motor skills, scientific inquiry
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National Geographic Dinosaur Terrarium Kit includes colorful LED lighting that ignites imagination, merging the magic of dinosaurs with the thrill of nurturing a garden—talk about two dreams in one!
Galactic Bath Bomb Science Kit
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The Just My Style You*niverse Galactic Bath Bombs kit is perfect for kids aged 6 and up, merging creativity with learning in the most exciting way. Young scientists can explore chemical reactions while mixing and molding vibrant, glittery bath bombs, and they’ll gain hands-on experience in STEM concepts like ratios and reactions. Not only do they get to create unique bath products, but they also learn about beauty science in a fun and interactive way, all while respecting our furry friends with clean, vegan materials. 6+ years
Develops skills:
creativity, chemical reactions, measurements, fine motor skills, scientific thinking, problem solving, beauty science
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Galactic Bath Bomb Science Kit invites kids to mix and mold vibrant bath bombs while learning about chemical reactions—making bath time a splash of science fun!
Dino-Science Excavation Adventure
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ALEX Toys Scientific Explorer Dino-Science Paleontology is a thrilling way for kids to dive into the world of dinosaurs! This hands-on kit not only unearths bone replicas and builds a T-Rex, but it also fosters critical thinking, fine motor skills, and a love for science through engaging activities like growing a baby dinosaur and trapping insects in amber soap. Parents and educators will appreciate how this multi-faceted experience ignites curiosity and encourages explorative learning in paleontology. 8+ years
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fine motor skills, critical thinking, problem solving, scientific inquiry, creativity, curiosity
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Dino-Science Excavation Adventure includes real excavating of bone replicas, igniting a passion for paleontology while keeping little hands and minds delightfully busy.
Glow in the Dark Science Adventure
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The NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Mega Science Kit - Glow in The Dark Lab invites kids into a fascinating world of discovery. Through hands-on activities like crystal growing and slime making, children enhance their problem-solving skills, ignite their curiosity, and engage in teamwork while exploring the wonders of science. This kit not only provides endless fun but also encourages quality family time and educational exploration, making it an ideal choice for parents and educators alike. 8+ years
Develops skills:
problem solving, teamwork, curiosity, hands-on learning, creativity, experimentation
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Glow in the Dark Science Adventure features hands-on activities like crystal growing and slime making, making science a captivating family bonding experience that glows long after the lights go out.
Crystal Magic Science Adventure Kit
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The Young Scientists Club Crystal Magic Science Adventure Kit transforms your child’s understanding of science into an exciting crystal-growing quest! Designed for ages 5 and up, this hands-on STEM kit inspires kids to discover the wonders of chemistry through fun experiments like growing rock candy, sugar crystals, and salt crystals. Created by a talented team of Harvard graduates and educators, this kit not only sparks curiosity but also develops critical thinking and problem-solving skills, making it an exhilarating educational journey for every young scientist. 5+ years
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problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, scientific inquiry, fine motor skills
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Crystal Magic Science Adventure Kit includes fun experiments like growing rock candy, making science feel like a delicious adventure while sparking kids' curiosity and creativity.
Candy Creations Science Kit for Kids
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The hand2mind Candy Creations Science Lab Kit is the ultimate gateway to a sweet world of learning for kids aged 8-12. This engaging kit allows young scientists to dive into food science through 20 fun, hands-on activities like making delicious lollipops and gummy bears, fostering their understanding of chemical reactions and measurement. As parents, we love how this exciting experience not only satisfies sweet tooth cravings but also enhances critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative skills, turning kitchen time into an unforgettable science lab adventure! 8-12 years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, measurement, problem solving, food science
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Candy Creations Science Kit for Kids includes 20 fun activities that transform kitchen time into a sweet science lab adventure, combining learning with delicious treats.
National Geographic Earth Science Kit
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The National Geographic Earth Science Kit is a treasure trove of 100+ exciting science experiments, perfect for sparking curiosity in kids! As parents and educators, we know how vital it is to foster a love for learning, and this kit does just that. With activities like growing crystals, building a volcano, and creating water tornados, children will develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and hands-on skills while diving into earth science. Plus, with 10 included rock and mineral specimens, this kit makes starting a rock collection an adventurous and educational journey! 8+ years
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critical thinking, problem solving, hands-on skills, scientific inquiry, creativity, observation
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National Geographic Earth Science Kit includes 100+ exciting science experiments that transform curious kids into little scientists, all while having a blast with hands-on learning.
Crystal Caves Science Exploration Kit
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Wild Environmental Science - Crystal Growing Caves and Geodes is an exciting hands-on science kit perfect for children ages 8 and up. This engaging experience allows kids to explore the fascinating world of geology and cave biology while developing critical thinking skills through chemical experiments. Parents and educators will appreciate how this kit encourages curiosity and promotes STEM learning, all while nurturing a sense of wonder about the natural world. 8+ years
Develops skills:
critical thinking, chemical experimentation, geology, problem solving, curiosity, exploration
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Crystal Caves Science Exploration Kit allows kids to conduct chemical experiments and grow their own crystals, turning the mysteries of geology into a backyard adventure.