best science kits

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• Early-learning chemistry kit has instructions for 25 amazing experiments that use common household items.
• Flasks, beakers, safety goggles, a magnifying glass, measuring spoons, and droppers are designed for younger kids.
• Instructions are easy to follow and fun facts throughout describe the science behind many of the experiments.
• This is the perfect kit to inspire a love of science and exploration in early learners.
• Suggested Age: 4 Years and Up
• CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_small_parts
• Educational Focus: Chemistry, Creative Thinking, Fine Motor Skills, Creativity, Science
• Includes: Activity Guide
• Battery: No Battery Used

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• broad age appeal
  4.3 out of 5
• ease of use
  4.1 out of 5
• length of play
  3.8 out of 5
• quality
  3.6 out of 5

• Dig up 10 genuine gemstones, including pyrite, amethyst, rose quartz, snowflake obsidian, and more.
• This kit also comes with a dig tool and magnifying glass. Everything kids need to reveal and examine the treasures hidden in the dig brick!
• A detailed learning guide has fascinating facts about each specimen.
• This is a fantastic, hands-on science activity that inspires and encourages kids to explore!
• Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
• CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_small_parts
• Educational Focus: Geology, Science
• Includes: Instruction Guide
• Battery: No Battery Used

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• broad age appeal
  5 out of 5
• length of play
  4.3 out of 5
• quality
  4.3 out of 5
• value
  4.3 out of 5

• Explore the world of engineering, gravity, and motion.
• 41 marble run construction pieces and 8 glow-in-the-dark marbles. Together equals the 50-piece count
• Comes with a storage bag to keep all your pieces together
• Compatible with all our other marble run sets so you can build even bigger
• Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
• CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_is_a_marble, choking_hazard_small_parts
• Educational Focus: Physics, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Patterns, Engineering
• Includes: Activity Guide
• Battery: No Battery Used

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• quality
  4.1 out of 5
• value
  4 out of 5

• Explore the wonder of nature with the Grow N' Glow Terrarium! This gardening craft kit allows you to craft, plant, water, nurture and grow your own mini ecosystem
• Comes with everything a young scientist needs to decorate and complete a terrarium! Science kit includes: plastic mason-style jar, potting mix, Organic Chia and Wheat Grass seeds, glow-in-the-dark forest figurines and more!
• Make your terrarium glow-in-the-dark! Add dimension to your terrarium with glow-in-the-dark sand, figurines and stickers that will light up your mini ecosystem at night
• The perfect STEAM activity that mixes science and art. Create your own mini eco-system while learning about nurturing and responsibility
• Enough seeds included to complete two plant life-cycles! Your terrarium will begin to grow in as little as 3-4 days. The potting mix is vermiculite.
• Since 1976, Creativity for Kids has proudly curated fun and creative activities to build creative confidence and entertain while at home and indoors! This unique craft experience is recommended for ages 6+
• Contains: Does Not Contain Any of the 9 Major Allergens
• Suggested Age: 6 Years and Up
• CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_small_parts
• Educational Focus: Science, Creative Thinking
• Includes: Jar, Figures, Stickers, Rocks
• Battery: No Battery Used

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• quality
  3.9 out of 5
• value
  3.6 out of 5

• Design, build, and create endless inventions with the Think Box Inventors' Box
• Store your personal components and creations in the Think Box storage case
• This Think Box Inventor's Kit comes with an Inventor's Guide Booklet and over 700 pieces to use along with everyday household items to create unique and useful inventions
• Ideal For Ages: 8+
• ThinkBox Toys promote learning through play with engaging STEM activities for boys and girls
• Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
• CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_small_parts
• Educational Focus: Science
• Includes: Storage Case, Wires
• Battery: No Battery Used