Science Inquiry & Investigation

3 years & up. Introduce new materials to your science center with these Durable Eye Droppers. These small pipettes are great for transferring liquid materials in science experiments or for practicing fine motor skills. The plastic tubes and rubber tops provide a safe tool for class and small group investigations. Your children will love exploring and observing different reactions.

8 years & up. The GeoSafari® MicroPro with 50x, 100x, 150x, 300x, and 600x magnifications allow young scientists to investigate everything from cells to crystals! Perfect for individual or classroom use, the glass eyepieces and power settings from 50x to 600x provide users with superior precision viewing. The built-in light and rack and pinion focusing help deliver bright, clear images. The 95-piece kit has professionally prepared slides and everything users need to make their own specimen slides. Not a toy, but a scientific instrument, the GeoVision™ MicroPro includes high-quality components and features that make it appropriate for science learning at any age. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included.

2 sets each of 5 measuring cups (1/8, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2,1 cup) and 4 measuring spoons (1/2 and 1 tsp, 1/2 and 1 tbsp). Each set bound on plastic ring. Cups and spoons labeled with Metric and U.S. Customary Units.

4 years & up. 16 double-sided photo/x-ray cards engage students in science exploration from the inside out! Images are protected with a special scratch-resistant coating. Examine the photos and then place them on a light table or in a window to reveal the skeletal system of the animals! An excellent way to introduce children to animals and anatomy. Flip the cards over to get a better look at the skeleton. Teacher guide included. Cards are 8.5" x 11".

3 years & up. Discover the wonders of water! This 19-piece Splashology! Water Lab features waves of water-ready activities that introduce aspiring scientists to the concepts of volume, buoyancy, flow, and more with every splish and splash. Kids can dive into seven splash-filled experiments or explore all of the splashes and bubbles of each piece with parental supervision. Ride the waves with the Floaty Boat tray, squirt streams of water with the Splash Syringe, or turn your sink into homemade bubbles kit with the lab's three bubble wands. Designed for the bathtub, sink, or water table, this engaging science kit supports guided and open-ended STEM-based play. Lab pieces are made from durable plastic and foam that can be easily cleaned. Included: Floaters, Flasks, Hands-On Tools, and Waterproof Experiment Cards.

3 years & up. Help your children count and sort with this Primer Practice Balance With Clear Buckets for Developing Math Skills. Children will exercise their critical thinking skills as they count out pieces to achieve equilibrium. This activity promotes fine motor skills, color recognition, and discovery. Great for individual or small group play. Includes removable, transparent .5-liter buckets for comparing liquids or solids. One gram sensitivity.

8 years and up. Discover what an owl eats and explore the world of animal science. Children dissect real owl pellets and try to identify what animals an owl eats based on the skeletons they find. They also learn fun facts about owls and the animals they discover inside the pellets. This kit introduces children to different animal science STEM careers such as a zoologist, biologist, and veterinarian. Includes 10 hands-on activities, 3 owl pellets, magnifying glass, forceps, and career and lab guide.

5 years & up. Mesmerize children for hours on end with this unique, feel-good play foam by Educational Insights. This super soft, fluffy stuff is fun to squish, mix, and more. Watch as it sticks together under pressure and magically expands and moves apart when the pressure is released. Place it in a tube or jar, flip it upside down, and watch as it crawls and trickles down to the bottom. Great for enhancing sensory development skills, creative play, and more. Pluffle never dries out and is made from non-toxic, gluten free compounds. Includes 2 Tubes of fluffy Pluffle play foam in red and blue.

3 years & up. Student Magnifiers feature dual lenses with 3X and 6X magnification. Each measures 2"W x 0.25"H x 4.5"L. Set includes 12 student magnifiers

4 years & up. The Geosafari® Jr. My First Telescope is perfect for introducing children to the wonders of science and exploration. This real, working telescope is designed to foster a love for science, discovery, and the natural world. By encouraging hands-on exploration of space and nature, it introduces foundational concepts in STEM. Featuring two oversized eyepieces tailored for smaller faces, 10x magnification, an easy-to-use focus knob, and a wide field of view, it helps young learners comfortably and confidently discover their surroundings.

3 years & up. Mesmerize children for hours on end with this unique, feel-good play foam by Educational Insights. This super soft, fluffy stuff is fun to squish, mix, and more. Watch as it sticks together under pressure and magically expands and moves apart when the pressure is released. Place it in a tube or jar, flip it upside down, and watch as it crawls and trickles down to the bottom. Great for enhancing sensory development skills, creative play, and more. Pluffle never dries out and is made from non-toxic, gluten free compounds. Includes 4 Tubes of fluffy Pluffle play foam in black, red, blue, and orange.

Grades K - 6. This inflatable classroom set helps children understand the size and distance relationships of the solar system, while learning about rotation, revolution and orbit through class activities or demonstrations. Includes 23" Sun and proportionate planets and moon with sizes ranging from 5" to 14". Also includes a foot pump, hooks for hanging, and teacher's activity guide. Deflates for easy storage.

5 years & up. Bring outer space to the classroom with this Solar System Giant Magnetic Pieces for Visualizing the Planets. Children will love being able to visualize the solar system up close. This colorful, detailed magnet set includes planets, the Sun, Earth's moon, asteroid belt, and an activity guide. Pieces are great for use on the whiteboard. Sun measures 10" diameter. 12 peices.

6 years & up. This simple and easy to use kit is a great way to show children how germs spread and teach them proper hand washing techniques to help prevent it. Kit includes guide, glow powder and blacklight. Requires 3 AAA batteries, not included.

3 years & up. Students discover which objects are and are not magnetic when they slide the attached magnet over the clear acrylic cover. Perfect for learning and discovering the scientific method and cause and effect. All of the provided objects are sealed in 16 compartments. Wooden frame 8.5 inches square x .75 inches thick.

Explore light and reflection safely with these shatterproof mirrors. Each mirror is 3" x 4". Available as a set of 6 or a set of 12.