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.
3 years & up. This rugged light cube is portable, durable, and rechargeable. It even strobes, flashes, and changes color with the touch of a button! The cube is the perfect size for individual and small group play. Young children can stand or kneel at the cube and engage in focused, quiet play. The easy-to-clean surface is ideal for art and exploration activities both indoors and outdoors. Use the cube for examining transparent and opaque objects. Add interest to counting, sorting, sequencing,… More »
3 years & up. Explore a whole new range of sensory fun with the Sensory Table! Designed to produce simultaneous tactile, auditory and visual effects, the Sensory Table can be placed on top of the Light Cube (item # 27915 - sold separately) to add visual interest or use on top of other surfaces. Place water, sand or other sensory materials inside the tray. Turn the tray for vibration and watch the materials shake, sift and glide about! The tray is water-safe and easy to clean. Tray comes with… More »
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.
2 years & up. Freestanding table with built-in electrical lights invites children to explore color mixing, light, and shadows. Adult supervision. (Prism bricks and plates sold separately.) Minor assembly required. Measures 15"H x 25 1/2"W x 25 1/2"D.
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.
3 years & up. This Light Cube Accessory Kit is the perfect light table starter kit for younger students! The kit features tons of safe and colorful materials to play with on the Light Cube (sold separately #27915). Count and sort beautiful bead shapes, examine details in x-rays, layer Optical Illusion sheets to discover interesting patterns, drop paint onto the washable surface, and drag paint scrapers on top to make swirls and lines. Includes: 5 clear plastic trays that fit snugly on the Light… More »
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. Set of 26 laser cut double-sided mirror lowercase letters, made from highly reflective acrylic. A sensory manipulative for children to experience as they feel, see, play with and trace around. Perfect for light play and sand and water experiences. All pieces come with a small hole at the top so they can be strung up to create mobile displays
3 years & up. Set of 14 laser cut double-sided mirror numbers from 0 to 9, including two styles of the numbers 4 and 7 and an additional 1 and 0. Made from highly reflective acrylic. A sensory manipulative for children to experience as they feel, see, play with and trace around. Perfect for light play and sand and water experiences. All pieces come with a small hole at the top so they can be strung up to create mobile displays.
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 »
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. Pinwheel features 7 1/2" blades for fun outdoor play. Spins easily and displays a kaleidoscope of color. Made of crush resistant metallic film with an extra sturdy plastic handle. Comes in an assortment of colors, so colors will vary. One pinwheel. Made in the USA.
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.
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.
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.
3 years & up. Explore a range of activities and experiences with your Sensory Tray. Includes 50 Skyscraper Building Cards, 50 Super Topplers, 1 lb (454 g) of colored rice, 4 Junior Goo Spreaders, 10 Squiggle Pipettes, 10 Junior Heart Pipettes, Sand Scraper, and a teacher's guide.
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).
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!
