The Adventurer kit now comes in a tough, part-sorting case. You can even customize it for special parts like Colored Balls, Greens, Half Blues, or Super-Short Reds. 236 Parts: 50 white nodes, 30 each of 3 lengths blue struts, 20 each of 3 lengths yellow struts, and 12 each of 3 lengths red struts. Concise color instruction booklet, with models, bubble recipe, and more.

This structure is the form of a virus, but it's been flattened by the extreme gravity of another world. Don't worry, it's harmless to humans. FYI: The shape's official geometrical name is "Squashed Fractal Icosahedron". 123 parts: 33 white nodes, 30 blue struts, 30 yellow struts, 30 red struts each in 3 different sizes.

A great way to introduce young minds to Zome, already used successfully in thousands of schools worldwide! Includes 388 Zome components, Zome Learning Adventures Volume 1, an interactive DVD (or Video cassette) full of “funstructional” activities, and the Bubble Adventures activity book (3 volumes in one).

This kit allows kids of all ages to design their own works of art that can then be displayed in a fun-to-see light. Children can simply design and/or color their picture with any markers and then place it into the night light. Each kit comes with four blank coloring sheets plus a promotional, preprinted butterfly design coloring sheet. Replacement insert pages for the GLOWTASTIC! U-Draw Light Kit are also available.

The Robot Inventor's Workshop Kit was originally marketed in a 4-Color Box that has been replaced with a kid-friendly Heavy-Duty PVC Zipper Bag for easy storage of the ROBOTIX Motor, Controller and Parts.  The Handbook is professionally printed with a 4-Color Cover and Black & White Pages full of diagrams and robotic instructional programs.  The 23-Parts include a Low-Speed Motor, a Black 1-Switch Controller with Easy-Opening Clip, ROBOTIX Arms in both 50mm and 100mm length in 2-different colors and ROBOTIX Connectors in Black.

This Metamorphic Rock collection features a variety of colors and textures. Each of 10 rocks comes with an identification card that includes a photo and fun rock facts. Kids can try to identify each rock using the hand magnifier and information cards. For a hint, the name of each rock is beneath the foam padding. Launch date: March 2007.

Kids can discover some of Earth’s most magnificent rocks in this kit that features 15 large igneous rocks — both intrusive and extrusive types. Each rock comes with an identification card that includes a photo and fun rock facts, which can be used with the enclosed hand magnifier to identify the samples. Launch date: March 2007.

This charming collection makes naptime a welcome treat for everyone. Perfect for traveling, car rides and daycare, it includes an animated Daydream DVD, the Daydream CD, the Daydream Coloring Book and Daydream Game Cards. "Daydream helps bring a deep sense of calm and inner balance to kids ... and parents," Anna Matthews, customer service representative for Wai Lana, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 8, 2008.

The Fun Songs Activity Kit entertains little ones as it nurtures their attraction to lifelong habits that will help them be healthy, happy and balanced. The whole family will enjoy all of the goodies in this delightful kit: the Fun Songs CD, a lyrics book, game cards, an activity book and stickers. It features "unique, fun and charming characters," Anna Matthews, customer service representative for Wai Lana, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 8, 2008.

Children can learn about some of the earth’s most beautiful rocks in this sedimentary rock collection. Each of 10 rocks comes with an identification card that includes a photo and fun rock facts. Kids can try to identify each rock using the hand magnifier and information cards. For a hint, the name of each rock is beneath the foam padding. "All of our rock and mineral kits are supported by our extensive website with free geology information, including special documents and downloads for each kit, articles on geology topics, puzzles, experiments and project ideas. We also encourage children to write in to our staff geologist with their questions, which are answered on our website," President Tracy Barnhart of Mini Me Geology told TDmonthly. Launch date: March 2007.

Zula Tool Kits are a fun way to extend and enhance students' learning. They can experiment with the natural magnetism of a Lode Stone with the Zula Compass, identify clouds with a Zula Weather Window, learn the physics of magnification with the Zula Monocular, and discover how shadows can help them tell the time-of-day using the Zula Sun Dial. "Zula Tool Kits are a fun and exciting way to explore real science," Kristen Mayfield, program manager at Carolina Biological Supply Company, told TDmonthly. Launch date: August 2008.

Dark Horse Deluxe joins with Tara McPherson to design the "Somewhere Under the Rainbow Coloring Kit!" This fantastic "kit" comes in an easy-carry heavy-gauge clear vinyl bag with zipper enclosure, and includes: 96-page coloring book featuring 48 pieces of outstanding black and white art by Tara McPherson. This book has concealed spiral binding and stiff covers and includes unique box of 24 crayons in modern colors. But that's not all! Four color-them-yourself postcards, and a deluxe sticker sheet are included in the spiral bound book.

The 3D collage statue is highly detailed and stands approximately 12” tall. The statue depicts Indiana Jones swinging to the rescue, Mola Ram holding a flaming heart, Short Round and Willie riding the out-of-control mine cart through the hidden caverns of Pankot Palace, all while the statue of Kali looms overhead. The menacing Kali is complete with real metal chains, machete, skulls and multiple limbs, many of them disembodied. ARTFX Theatres are fun to assemble, pvc plastic snap-fit kits that can be assembled in seconds without glue or modeling skill, with unsurpassed quality and detailing. Launch date: October 2008.

Simply place this unassuming stone in a glass of vinegar and watch beautiful crystals form. Crystals are formed by a completely safe reaction as the vinegar evaporates. This naturally occurring mineral will be sure to delight and amaze.

This unbelievable sand will not get wet and can be formed into shapes under water. Remove it from water and watch in amazement as it miraculously turns to completely dry sand. The kit comes with a full color insert with experiment ideas, details of what should happen and an explanation of the science behind the fun.

Slippery Spheres are fun to throw, and they slip, slide, bounce and explode. Simply put the spheres in water and they will expand to over 200 times their size as they grow to the size of a marble. The kit comes with a full color insert with experiment ideas, details of what should happen and an explanation of the science behind the fun.

Kids can experiment with fascinating polymers, demonstrating real world examples of conservation of mass, surface tension, polarity, osmosis, saturation, evaporation and more. All of the included polymers are reusable for hours and hours of mesmerizing fun. The comprehensive kit contains over 20 educational experiments, as well as a thorough guide outlining what can be demonstrated by each experiment and the science behind them. Other varieties in the line are Botanical Discoveries, Water Plants Adaptation Exploration and the Astounding Polymers Properties Observation Kit. Launch date: 2008.

The kit 96 contains giant, pre-cut vinyl stickers that adhere to walls, doors and furniture, to create a fantasy undersea world for a child's bedroom, nursery or playroom. The themed stickers are easy to apply, remove and reapply. Some stickers measure over six feet and all stickers are waterproof, washable and easy to apply and reapply. Other varieties available include Funky Flowers, Jungle Safari and Outer Space. Launch date: 2008.

The kit contains giant, pre-cut vinyl stickers that adhere to walls, doors and furniture, to create a fantasy world for a child's bedroom, nursery or playroom. The themed stickers are easy to apply, remove and reapply. Some stickers measure over six feet and all stickers are waterproof, washable and easy to apply and reapply. Other varieties available include Funky Flowers, Jungle Safari and Undersea Adventure. Launch date: 2008.

The kit comes with eight assorted, shaped rings (including heart, flower, circle, square and rectangle), two ring stands, four tubes of pearlized paint, 48 assorted rhinestones, a silver and gold chain, tweezers and glue. Launch date: August 2008.

Writing on the easel encourages the child to sit with good posture while writing, assisting the child visually and supporting a good wrist and hand position. The kit comes with a chalk board, a "Cloud to Garden" Dry Erase board, a Fine Motor Funbook, 12 E-Z grip crayons whose triangular promotes proper grasp, kid scissors, three mini pencils, a dry erase marker, an easy-to-grip chalk in a sturdy holder and a sponge eraser. “The kit and contents fold up easily to become a travel case,” Fun and Function LLC President Aviva Weiss told TDmonthly. Launch date: September 2008.

The packet makes two cups of snow-like stuff with interesting water absorbing properties. “Explore science while enjoying a festive fake snow storm,” Peggy Tobias of Copernicus Toys told TDmonthly. “Fun packaging makes this the perfect size for a stocking stuffer.” Launch date: March 2008.

Kids can let dad know how great he is with this customizable kit. Perfect for Father’s Day, dad’s birthday or any day. Kids can create the perfect gift for dad by customizing and decorating this keepsake book with stickers, stories, photos, drawings, coupons and more. Launch date: May 2008.

This kit provides the perfect opportunity for kids to show mom just how much she means to them any day of the year. Kids can create the perfect gift for mom by customizing and decorating this keepsake book with stickers, stories, photos, drawings, coupons and more. Launch date: April 2008.

Weddings Day Kits for children are attractive keepsake, self-closing clear plastic envelopes filled with fun things to do! Designed for those long wedding "wait" times in cars, at reception venues, photo sessions etc. These kits include custom wedding stickers, coloring postcards, memory card-photo frame, a temporary tattoo, non-toxic crayons, flavored lip balm and more fun activities to keep children occupied for hours. The perfect solution for girls and boys at weddings. The Crystal Clear Wedding Day Kit has a self handle and is easy to personalize for each child and put at their place at the table. 6-1/4"x 4-1/2".