Physical Science

4 years & up. Looking for an easy and fun kid's science kit? Steve Spangler's Oobleck is a special mixture of powders created to replicate quicksand. Children of all ages will find hours of fun and learning with Oobleck. Simply adding water turns the powder into a liquid and a solid depending on the force used to move the matter. Easy clean up plus, it doesn't stain your hands. Oobleck is safe, non-toxic and can be dried out and reused time and time again to keep the imagination and learning… More »

4 years & up. Looking for an easy and fun kid's science kit? Steve Spangler's Insta-Snow is a special mixture of powders in which you can have a snow day any day with this cool polymer powder! Just add water to the powder and watch it erupt into fluffy white "snow" in seconds! Kids won't believe their eyes! Let it dry and reuse it again and again. Teaches about the science of polymers, matter and its interactions and water absorption. Includes Insta-snow approx. 1 pound, measuring… More »

3 years & up. Three sets of loose stones includes: assorted tumbled stones, rock crystal with rainbow tumbled stones, and agate tumbled stones. Each set has approximately 30-35 stones equal to 1 pound and are approximately 1"L. Perfect for loose parts activities, sorting, and discovery.

8 years & up. With lively colors and language, this magnetic closure box is the home of 6 stones to teach others about crystals and their properties. Each stone is accompanied with a description on the scientific and healing properties of each stone. Inlcuded is a muslin bag for safe storing. Stone pack includes 6 assorted, polished, crystal stones: sodalite, red hasper, clear quartz, hematite, aventurine, tiger eye.

3 years & up. Challenge patterning and problem solving skills with this exciting set of gears, cranks, connectors, pillars, and interlocking plates! Includes over 80 pieces in one size for hundreds of 3-dimensional possibilities.

5 years & up. This set features a brick assortment and eight double-sided, full-color building instructions. The set includes gears, levers, pulleys, and wheels and axles, as well as a plastic punch-out sheet with eyes, sails, scales and wings. Use this set with the accompanying curriculum pack to conduct full lessons, extension activities, and problem-solving tasks. The support materials provided in this curriculum pack include teacher guidance and student worksheets. 102 pieces.

5 years & up. Little engineers will have hours of fun learning STEM skills and strengthening fine motor development with these five uniquely different products. Each has its own appeal for early engineers, including creativity and endless design and construction. Set includes: Tumble Trax Magnetic Marble Run, Create-A-Maze, Gears! Gears! Gears!® Super Building Set, MathLink Cubes Early Math Set, and Design & Drill® Bolt-It Bucket (drill requires 3 AAA batteries - not included.)

3 years & up. Reusable indoor dirt that is easy to mold with simple clean up. Make tracks, bury and Dig out whatever you choose. Shape dirt and disburse to form different and unique shapes and patterns indoors. Safe and non-toxic formula. Made from all natural materials. Cleanest dirt that is mess and germ free. Other items shown are not included.

Grades 2 - 4. Students can build over 100 experiments using light, sound, movement and more. Plastic circuit board comes with an easy to follow guide and over 30 parts that snap on so there are no wires to connect or tools required. You can even play electronic games, build radios, digital voice recorders and more. Uses 2 AA batteries, sold separately.

8 years & up. Experience the power of gravity with the Gravitrax! Add the Gravity Hammer to the Gravitrax Starter Set and send the marble propelling through your course. When triggered, the hammer swings down and hits the marble, giving it momentum to send it on its way. Includes: Hammer and 6 additional tracks. Gravitrax Starter Set not included.

Grades 2 & up. Hands-on Investigation Kit supports building a variety of real-world models that demonstrate science and technology concepts. Students will explore through hands-on investigation 1st, 2nd and 3rd Class levers along with fixed, movable and combination pulley systems. Includes building instructions for 8 different models with real-life photo and key facts. Complete set includes K'nex rods and connectors in a sturdy, divided case, teaching resource CD (with teaching notes, building… More »

Grades 3 & up. Add accuracy to chemistry projects, cooking projects, and more. Learn about weights and mathematical accuracy in measurements. This sleek quality balance is made of high-impact plastic features built-in weight case with Snap-Tight™ lid, 10 brass weights, 2" deep removable pans and zero adjustment knob. Total capacity of 2,000g with +/- 0.5g accuracy.

8 years & up. Experience the power of gravity with the Gravitrax! Add the Loop to the Gravitrax Starter Set and turn the marble upside down. Experiment how much speed the marble needs to loop-the-loop. Includes: Loop and 6 additional tracks. Gravitrax Starter Set not included.

4 years & up. Build towers of quirky robots, spinning gears, and wobbling cranes with this Robot Factory set by Learning Resources. Stack robots on top of each other and place them on spinning gears or hang them from wobbling cranes and springs. Each unique robot and building piece can be attached to another in several different ways and from several different angles so that the only limit on engineering is your imagination. Promotes STEM learning. Size: Robots measure 2.25"H. Includes:… More »

8 years & up. Experience the power of gravity with Gravitrax! Increase the action by increasing the height of your run with the Gravitrax Building Expansion. With over 25 additional elements, expand your Gravitrax Starter Set vertically combining height tiles, base plates, freefalls, switches, and even another level. Test yourself to see how high you can build your track before reaching the finish. Gravitrax Starter Set not included.

8 years & up. Experience the power of gravity with the Gravitrax Starter Set! Build your own action-packed track system to send your marbles racing while learning about gravity, magnetism, and kinetics. With over 100 pieces and 18 different construction elements, discover how the laws of physics affect the track your marble takes with curves, crosses, freefalls, and even a cannon. Experiment using different heights and angles to control the speed of the ball. Build your track using the construction… More »

Easy to assemble construction set features springs, spirals, and small, medium, and large gears and bases. 82 piece set can be used alone or with our Gears! Gears! Gears!® Sets.

7 years & up. MakerStudio is a new kind of construction toy, free-form and open-minded to help stimulate your little Maker's creativity. We supply all the engineering parts: gears, wheels, and frames. It's up to your creative kid to supply the imagination. The instruction manual includes detailed assembly diagrams for four different machine builds. You also get 10 open-ended engineering challenges. The purpose of these challenges are to stimulate open-minded creativity wrapped around a specific… More »

8 years & up. Experience the power of gravity with the Gravitrax! Add the Magnetic Cannon to the Gravitrax Starter Set and launch the marble through your run. The high-powered magnet gives the marble speed to help extend your run by boosting up inclines and down tracks. Includes: Magnetic Cannon and 3 additional tracks. Gravitrax Starter Set not included.

4 years & up. Create machines that really move with this Gears! Gears! Gears!® Machines in Motion set by Learning Resources. This open-ended building set allows your little engineer to hone their STEM skills such as critical thinking and trial and error. Use the instructions to build a variety of interactive machines and vehicles or make exciting creations of your own. If you build it correctly nothing will need batteries -- just crank the gears and watch your masterpieces go, go, go! Interchangeable… More »

5 years & up. Every dinosaur, robot, flower, fish, sun or tower is a working marble maze! Inspire creative play by building the amazing marble run sculptures in the idea book or make up your own! The Big Box set includes high-quality red, yellow, green, blue, and clear blocks. Set includes: 72 cubes, 20 balls, and an idea booklet.

3 years & up. Helps develop mathematical skills through discovery play as children move the monkeys around to keep the tree balanced. Includes one tree and 6 monkeys.

Grades 1 & up. Wide mouths for easy measuring. Set of 5 unbreakable plastic beakers nests together for easy storage. Includes 50 ml, 100 ml, 250 ml, 600 ml and 1 liter measures.

4 years & up. This set of six books delve into the ecosystems and climates found on planet Earth in an engaging and age-appropriate way.