May 2008 New Toys — Science & Nature

Molecular Model Set by PACIFIC SCIENCE SUPPLIES INC.

Do you want to see what water looks like? How about carbon dioxide? The Molecular Model Set is an excellent way to visualize organic and inorganic compounds and gain a better understanding of the actual structure of complex molecules. Set includes a sturdy wooden storage case, connecting springs, 35 colored balls and an experiment guide. 4/2/2008

Newtonian Demonstrator by PACIFIC SCIENCE SUPPLIES INC.

The Newtonian Demonstrator is excellent for demonstrating Newton’s Third Law of Motion and the principle of Conservation of Momentum.  The unique design provides for better results and stability.  Instruction manual included. 4/2/2008

Exploring Bubbles by PACIFIC SCIENCE SUPPLIES INC.

Playing with bubbles is always a favorite activity. But did you know there is science involved? Exploring Bubbles sets out to teach how this fun activity is a great physics lesson. The kit allows soap films and bubbles on metal frames to be studied, showing that a soap film always adopts a configuration with the least surface area, and also allows a simple measurement of the surface tension of water. PacSci’s Exploring Bubbles kit includes a 16.5 cm diameter trough for soap solution, six different metal frames for making and manipulating bubbles, and a metal ring and sensitive spring scale for the surface tension measurement. A detailed experiment guide is included. 4/2/2008

Exploring Optics by PACIFIC SCIENCE SUPPLIES INC.

Explore the science of light and the physics of how light works with mirrors, lenses and prisms. No matter how complicated a camera, a telescope, or a microscope is, it consists of one or more of these basic elements. The experiments in this kit will help you understand their principles. PacSci’s Exploring Optics kit includes a laser, acrylic mirror, equilateral prism, cylindrical double concave and convex lenses, 4 cards and experiment guide. 4/2/2008

ScienceWiz™ Cool Circuits by SCIENCE WIZ / NORMAN & GLOBUS INC.

Part of a line of ScienceWiz Thinking Games, this puzzle game created by Harry L. Nelson and Hiroshi Yamamoto provides 40 challenges at different skill levels. Players put a puzzle card down and solve the puzzle by making sure all the pieces are looped together, at which time the board will light up with the solution.



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Steve Spangler's Geyser Tube by BE AMAZING!

Not only are MENTOS® great to eat, but these amazing candies are loaded with wonder. Learn how to create an enormous geyser by combining MENTOS® with soda. The eruption is amazing—up to 25 feet high—and so is the science just beneath the surface. The Geyser Tube™ allows you to load the candies and safely disperse them into the soda bottle.
— When asked about their best selling novelty toys in a September 2011 survey, Mary Porter Green, owner of The Curiosity Zone in Ashburn, Va., told TDmonthly: "We sell lots of the Geyser Tubes from Be Amazing! Toys."
— In a Fall 2013 survey, two out of 12 retailers told TDmonthly that Be Amazing was a best-selling brand of science toy. ( Watch Video) 3/24/2008 (Price: $5.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Mini World Amazing Sea Monkeys by BEST OF BEST

Sea Monkeys look best when viewed from above!  Amazing Sea Monkey Mini World includes:  #1 Water Purifier, #2 Instant Live Eggs, #3 Growth Food, a calibrated feeding spoon, specially designed pipette to help refresh the watery home, a trilingual user guide, a scientifically designed and tested Mini-World tank, and the exclusive multimagnifying lid that allows proper air exchange and optimized viewing.  Assorted. 3/24/2008 (Price: $15.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Expedition to Mars by KRISTAL EDUCATIONAL INC.

Explore the Red Planet and one of its most enigmatic features: VALLES MARINERIS, the "Grand Canyon of Mars". This vast system of canyons stretches over 2,400 miles (4,000 km) around Mars, up to 435 miles (700 km) wide and 4.35 miles (7 km) deep. Explore its mysteries by building a 20"x13" 3D-model of VALLES MARINERIS. Assemble 8 actual NASA contour maps compiled by a Mars-orbiting spacecraft, and mount them in a full-color frame with close-up views of the Martian surface. 2/28/2008 (Price: $29.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Expedition: Giant Shark Tooth by KRISTAL EDUCATIONAL INC.

Sharks are one of the most successful species in the history of life. They inhabited the oceans of Earth for more than 450 million years. All modern sharks are dwarfed by CHARCHARODON MEGALODON, a gargantuan 50 ft. shark which existed 10-25 million years ago. Its teeth reached a length of up to 7" (21 cm). Excavate, restore and display an authentic 5" (13 cm) reproduction of such a giant MEGALODON tooth which was cast from an original. In addition, your excavations will yield a real 16 million year old shark tooth. 2/28/2008 (Price: $19.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Space Age Crystals: Mini Series - Aquamarine by KRISTAL EDUCATIONAL INC.

Turn ordinary rocks into sparkling crystals treasures! Just dissolve the SPACE AGE CRYSTAL GROWING materials in hot water, place a rock into the solution and watch how fascinating crystals grow right before your eyes, up to 4 inch (10 cm) in diameter. ( Watch Video) 2/28/2008 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Space Age Crystal Growing Kit - Citrine and Topaz by KRISTAL EDUCATIONAL INC.

This 6-crystal kit grows two crystal clusters on rock, two gem-like single crystals, and two crystal geodes. Just dissolve the crystal growing chemicals in hot water, place a rock or geode cast with a diameter of up to 6" (15 cm) into the solution, and watch how crystals grow on it. 2/28/2008 (Price: $9.99) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

The Forever Forest: Kids Save a Tropical Treasure by DAWN PUBLICATIONS

The book invites children to the Children’s Eternal Rainforest in Costa Rica to hear howler monkeys, see algae-covered sloths and discover the strangler figs that make great hideouts. The book is available in both paperback and hardcover editions. Launch date: Spring 2008. 2/19/2008 (Price: $8.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

Going Around the Sun Some Planetary Fun by DAWN PUBLICATIONS

The book teaches young children about the solar system and the universe. Children will learn about planet orbit, planet rotation, gravity, solar radiation, seasons and space proportions. Launch date: Spring 2008. 2/19/2008 (Price: $8.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]

How We Know What We Know About Our Changing Climate: Scientists and Kids Explore Global Warming by DAWN PUBLICATIONS

This age-appropriate book helps children take a look at the science behind the weather: evidence from flowers, butterflies, birds, frogs, trees, glaciers and much more, gathered by scientists from all over the world. The book is written and illustrated by children’s environmentalist Lynne Cherry and award-winning photojournalist Gary Braasch. Launch date: Spring 2008. Also available in hardback ($18.95). 2/19/2008 (Price: $11.95) [Add to my Inquiry Basket][?]