Discover real crystal treasures by breaking open these natural geodes to reveal the crystals inside. This hands-on STEM activity encourages exploration and learning, making it an engaging gift for children interested in geology. Each geode varies in size, ranging from ping-pong ball to tennis ball dimensions, and contains naturally formed crystals in diverse colors and formations. A 16-page full-color learning guide is included, providing detailed information on how geodes form and the science behind them. National Geographic ensures educational value with this product, backed by reliable customer support.

This microscope kit allows kids to examine the microscopic world with two viewing modes. The lower LED light enables viewing of biological specimens on slides, while the upper light facilitates observation of 3D objects. The set includes 10 prepared slides, blank slides, covers, tweezers, an eye-dropper, and a mini geode for extended exploration. The microscope offers 20x and 50x magnification through two optical glass lenses, designed for ease of use. It serves as an educational tool for hands-on science learning. The manufacturer stands behind the product with customer support.

This Mega Fossil Dig Kit allows children to excavate 15 genuine prehistoric fossils, including shark teeth, stingray teeth, brachiopods, mosasaurs, and ammonites. Each fossil is millions of years old, providing an authentic paleontology experience. The kit includes essential excavation tools: a chisel, brush, and magnifying glass for careful fossil recovery. A 16-page full-color learning guide explains fossil formation and helps identify each specimen. Designed for educational engagement, this STEM-focused activity encourages hands-on learning and scientific discovery. The set contains one dig brick with embedded fossils, making it a complete excavation activity. National Geographic ensures quality educational materials, supported by reliable customer service. Suitable for both boys and girls interested in science and natural history.

This rock tumbler kit provides a straightforward way to transform rough stones into polished gemstones, suitable for beginners and hobbyists. The tumbler features a durable motor capable of processing multiple batches and includes a leak-proof rubber-lined barrel for reduced noise during operation. The kit comes with ½ pound of assorted rough gemstones, five jewelry fastenings, and a four-stage polishing grit set. A step-by-step instruction guide explains the tumbling process, while a full-color educational booklet covers natural rock polishing and details the included gemstone varieties. Designed for hands-on learning, this kit is part of a line of science-focused educational toys. The manufacturer offers customer support to address any issues with the product.

The Mega Gemstone Dig Kit allows children to excavate and discover 15 real gemstones, including pyrite, amethyst, tiger’s eye, fluorite, quartz, obsidian, and aventurine. The set includes a dig brick containing the gemstones, along with a chisel, brush, and magnifying glass for examination. A 16-page full-color learning guide provides information on gemstone formation, mining, and identification. Designed as an educational activity, this kit encourages hands-on exploration and scientific discovery. The product is backed by a customer service guarantee for quality assurance.

Discover with Dr. Cool turned this classic science experiment into the ultimate hands-on volcano experience. First you'll decorate the 7" ceramic volcano with the brush and paints included in the kit. Then kids'll make the volcano erupt over and over with the eruption powder and red lava coloring also included. Plus they'll get to examine 3 genuine volcanic specimens including: a real geode, an obsidian arrowhead, and a floating piece of volcanic rock called pumice. The information guide will teach kids all about their specimens as well as how volcanoes form and why they erupt. Also included is an activity booklet with 10 fun games, puzzles, and challenges to complete. Because everything is included in the kit, kids won't need to run to the store for additional supplies. If they're doing this project for the science fair, they'll love how nice the ceramic volcano looks-it's way better than the paper mache volcanoes. This is the perfect science kit for anyone interested in geology, earth science, or volcanoes. Launch date: August 2012.
Awards: 2013 TDmonthly Seal of Approval, 2012 Kids Product of the Year,  Creative Child Magazine; 2012 Gold Award, Family Review Center;2012 Seal of Approval, Family Review Center.

Excavate 3 genuine fossil specimens just like a real paleontologist. Buried inside the ammonite-shaped digging brick young paleontologists will uncover a real sliced and polished ammonite, a clam fossil and a gastropod specimen. This hands-on kit includes an excavation tool, brush, magnifying glass, full-color information guide, and an activity booklet with 10 fun games, puzzles, and challenges to complete. These 3 genuine specimens are each millions of years old. The info guide was written by teachers so that kids will improve their knowledge of science. Plus, there's an activity booklet with 10 fun games, puzzles, and challenges to complete. Launch date: September 2012.
Awards: 2012 Seal of Excellence - Creative Child Magazine; 2012 Preferred Choice Award - Creative Child Magazine

Ready to strike it rich? This hands-on science kit will teach kids how to pan for gold just like a real gold miner. This exciting treasure hunter's kit includes a 10" prospector's pan, 2 bags of pay dirt with pyrite (also known as fool's gold) nuggets inside, mining tools, and much more. Kids will learn all of the secrets to panning in the full-color adventure guide. Plus there's an activity booklet with 10 fun games, puzzles, and challenges to solve. Launch date: September 2012.
Awards: Dr. Toy 2012 Best Picks Winner, 2012 Dr.Toy Best 20 for $20

Excavate 3 genuine shark teeth just like a real paleontologist. Buried inside the shark tooth shaped digging brick shark-lovers will uncover 3 different species of shark teeth. This hands-on kit includes an excavation tool, brush, magnifying glass, full-color information guide, and an activity booklet with 10 fun games, puzzles, and challenges to complete. This is a must have gift for anyone who loves sharks. The genuine specimens in this kit are each millions of years old. This educational gift is a great way to start a fossil collection. Launch date: August 2012.
Awards: 2012 Dr. Toy 100 Best Toys; 2012 Seal of Approval - Parent Tested, Parent Approved; 2012 Dr. Toy 10 Best Socially Responsible Products.

Polish real amber to reveal the hidden treasures that may be trapped within. Just like the paleontologists in the movie Jurassic Park, kids will create a window back in time. Follow the simple instructions and peer into the real amber pieces in search of ancient bugs and plants that were alive during the time of the dinosaurs. This fun activity kit contains 5 real pieces of amber, 6 special grades of gemstone quality sandpaper, magnifying glass, adventure booklet, and an amber-colored key chain with a genuine scorpion inside. Launch date: 2012.
Awards: 2012 National Parenting Center Seal of Approval; 2012 Product of the Year - Informal Education Products

Discover rare glowing fluorescent minerals. Shine a UV light on these fluorescent minerals and what looks like an ordinary rock suddenly becomes a brilliant display of fluorescent color. Only 15-percent of the world's minerals are fluorescent, making for a fun challenge to go hunting for more of these rare minerals. Kit includes a portable, battery powered UV lamp, 6 fluorescent minerals that glow in beautiful colors and an information packet filled with fun experiments. Requires 4 AA batteries.