Encourage children to learn about energy, light, and sound with our selection of lenses, mirrors, light tables and boxes, solar energy kits, and other science resources.
18 months and up. These chunky, translucent, interlocking builders are perfect for the light table, construction, and fine motor play. The brightly colored pieces are perfect for children to build a variety of creations. This set universally connects with other builders. Includes a sturdy storage container with locking lid. Available in 72 and 150 piece sets. Four building boards included with the 150 piece set only. Smallest block size is 1 1/4".
3 years & up. Sturdy, high-quality, translucent interlocking builders are perfect for engineering, architecture, construction, the light table, and fine motor play. Sets universally connects with other interlocking builders for endless creations. Includes a sturdy storage container with locking lid.
6 years & up. Let children discover color, images, reflections and illusions as they explore on their own or with instructions from the activity guide. Includes over 100 vibrant stringing rings, 30 big buttons, 6 optical illusion plates, 24 sheets of frosted glass paper, 24 sheets of stained glass paper, 75 clear brilliant beads, and 6 color vials.
4 years & up. Unique child-size glasses feature easy-to-change lenses -- 2 each of red, yellow, blue and distortion lenses. Combine up to 2 lenses per side to teach color mixing (secondary colors). Overlap lenses without their durable plastic frames for kaleidoscope fun! Single lenses teach primary color identification or serve as great early science tools for observation. Color mixing guide included.
2 years & up. Children can experience fascinating optical discoveries about color, light, reflections, and more with these 5 easy to hold framed panels. Each durable plastic frame measures 7 3/4" x 5/8" and contains either an unbreakable mirror, see-thru acrylic colored panel in red, yellow and blue, or a multi-faceted panel. Includes activity guide.
3 years & up. Make gross motor development more fun with these jumbo squishy shapes! They come in a full range of basic geometric shapes filled with a combination of jelly filled liquids that students can manipulate with their fingertips. Shake, pat, rub and step on the shapes to mix the two colors together to get unexpected results. The material separates back into their original colors in minutes. Includes ten geometric shapes, up to 9" x 9".
3 years & up. Discovery Shapes are an ideal way to help children exercise fine motor skills and promote colorful, fun-filled sensory exploration. These translucent, acrylic shapes and matching bases in 4 bright colors are perfect for individual or group play on a light board. Easily recognizable shapes of triangles, circles, squares, and plus signs nest in their corresponding tiles in four different colors. Children can engage in multiple sorting, matching and sequencing games that they will… More »
5 years & up. Conduct Dough Lights uses the power of science to turn soft dough designs into glowing works of art. Children start off by choosing one of 16 pretty design options, and use the squishy dough to complete the picture. Then they'll be able to learn about basic circuitry and currents as they properly position custom-engineered LEDs onto their creations and plug in the wires to watch them light up. This unique kit is a safe and creative way to introduce young and bright minds to STEM… More »
3 years & up. Invite children to experiment with color combinations. Demonstrates the principles of color mixing. Includes two sets of six 5 1/2" color paddles.
3 years & up. The Bee-Bot® is a programmable floor robot that is ideal for teaching control, directional language, and programming to children. It has a sturdy and small design with clear and bright buttons and a memory of up to 40 steps. Sounds and flashing eyes confirm your instructions. Exciting way to introduce sequencing and can be used for individual or collaborative play. Rechargeable using the included USB cord attached to any computer. One-year warranty.
3 years & up. A rainbow assortment of 6 different colors and 6 different shapes make up this set of plastic translucent building blocks. They make a perfect accessory for a light table. Largest block measures 3 15/16" x 1 5/16". 108 piece set.
8 years & up. Learn about renewable energy with this wind generator. LED light will glow as it is powered by free energy from the wind. No batteries required! Kit contains all the materials needed to build a 5" windmill generator, just add a recycled soda bottle. Detailed assembly instructions included. An enclosed pamphlet contains fun facts about renewable energy
Freestanding table fits where space is limited. Accommodates four prism bases for brick play. (Prism bricks and plates sold separately.) Minor assembly required. Measures 24"H x 25 1/2"W x 25 1/2"D.
This light table fits where space is limited. Accommodates 4 prism bases for brick play. Prism bricks and plates sold separately. Measures 7"H x 25 1/2"W x 25 1/2"D.
3 years & up. Just twist and experience a vibrant light show. Each turn creates intricate mosaics in bright colors. Perfect for science centers and for promoting light and sensory exploration. Styles may vary.
8 years & up. Our 4M Solar Rover Kit is built by using the parts provided and your own soda can. Helps children learn how sunlight is converted to energy. Also introduces children to green concepts such as repurposing, upcycling, and alternative energy. Detailed instructions are included.
3 years & up. Develop math, color mixing and patterning skills with these squishy, glittery animal shapes in 8 different colors. Animals depicted include elephants, dogs, birds, fish and lizards. Make tessellating lines, blocks or create your own patterns. Practice color mixing by layering differently colored shapes over each other. Great for light table play.
Hold these prisms up to the light and watch as the rays disperse through them and refract off the different angles creating a magical rainbow of mesmerizing colors. Change up the color or the level of brightness on your light source and rotate your prisms to get a variety of different light patterns and colors. Set includes: 7 Polished acrylic prisms in a variety of shapes and sizes, and a Storage box.
8 years & up. Learn about basic electricity principals while having fun! Snap Circuits® use brightly-colored electronic components that snap onto a clear plastic base to build different circuits. Kit includes an instruction sheet for the main project and up to 10 additional projects! Requires 3-AA batteries (not included).
8 years & up. Create your very own colorful light show! Snap Circuits® use brightly-colored electronic components that snap onto a clear plastic base to build different circuits. Kit includes an instruction sheet for the main project and up to 10 additional projects! Requires 4 AA batteries (not included).
Grades 2 & up. An interactive way for individual students to learn and practice key science concepts and vocabulary on their own. Includes 36 double-sided illustrated cards - 72 questions each!
