Life Science

4 years & up. Look like a bug! See like a bug! These unique hinged prismatic glasses let you experience insect sight through compound eyes. Flip the lenses back when you want a clear-eyed view . Bug Goggles Buzzerks® Eyewear portrays super realistic insect detail. Features antennae, mandibles and legs that double as earpieces Made of durable plastic and measure apporoximately 4" x 5" by 3.5". Colors may vary.

4 years & up. Get started on the EarthBox adventure in your elementary classroom or add more earth boxes to curricular packages. Children will experience the responsibility of caring for their crop, the thrill of observing the different parts of their plants, and learn about the growing cycle as you study the transformation process together. The wonder of life and hope of the harvest are timeless experiences for children. Each kit includes:Container, Aeration Screen, 2 cubic feet of Potting… More »

3 years & up. Use these rubbing plates to create colorful textured pictures of creepy crawlers! You can use them with crayons to create simple color images on paper or try making impressions with modeling dough! 16 rubbing plates.

3 years & up. Children can easily collect, curate, experiment with, and display found objects and liquids with these sturdy, clear acrylic Treasure Tubes for 360 degree viewing. The lids sit on top of the tubes and do not secure, making it easy to add trinkets, natural materials, and sensory objects to observe, display, and rattle. Ideal for color and sound exploration and light table activities. Holds marbles, beads, twigs, leaves, small toys and more. Stack the tubes on top of each other to… More »

3 years & up. From the small Starfish to the huge Whale, from northern seas to southern oceans, this Sealife Collection has it all. This collection contains 4 each of the 12 different sealife animals for a total of 48 pieces. Use these realistic pieces for a lesson about our waters and the vast ecosystems that thrive in the depths. This set includes sealife animals caught in active poses measuring from 1.25" to 3.75".

Sea Beans are seeds from trees and vines that grow along tropical shores. They wash into the ocean, drift and are collected. The seeds are a beautiful, natural element for investigations, sorting, sand and water play and more.

2 years & up. Enable play to take flight with this stunning collection of Sensory Play Stones: Birds. The tactile, realistic detailing will inspire curiosity and conversation while providing lots of wonderful sensory feedback. Sturdy bases make the birds versatile for imaginary play and create solid foundations for children's vocabulary and storytelling skills to grow. To top it all off, the birds are easy to clean and able to withstand water, soil, mud, and clay. Set features 8 different types of birds.

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. Help your children identify these great creatures with these high quality Animal Skin Picture Cards Matching and Identifying Activity. These cards are perfect for children to identify animals they've learned about. Is it a cow, giraffe, or elephant? Use the close up cards to match the skin to the full picture of the animal. These cards promote problem solving, identifying, and critical thinking. Includes 50 cards.

3 years & up. Bring wildlife interactive story time with these wonderful Friendly Wild Animals from Different Climates and Countries Felt Set. Children will love identifying familiar animals or mimicking their sounds. This felt set promotes literacy, exploration, color recognition, and fine motor skills. Encourage your children to follow along reading stories with these animals or create their own. The set Includes 14 animal mothers and their young with a total of 22 precut pieces, each measuring 1"H to 7"H.

3 years & up. Bring learning outdoors with these exciting Big View Bug Observation Jars for Science Lessons and Outdoor Learning. These adorable jars have ladybug wings that open to invite little learners to investigate insects. The wings open to reveal a 3.5x magnifying lens. Children will enjoy collecting bugs outside and observing them. Encourage them to describe or write about the bugs they catch. The screw-on cap and air vents keep specimens secure. Set of 6. Measures 4.5" H x 3.5" in diameter.

Grades 2 & up. Demonstrate the parts of a flower in life science lessons with this durable foam tulip model. One half of cross-section is labeled with part names (stamen, petal, pistil, sepal, stem, leaf, roots); other half is labeled with letters for assessment activities. Kids can use the unlabeled other half to quiz themselves. Includes Activity Guide. Measures approximately 6"H. Foam model easily wipes clean.

6 years & up. Prepare your own slides to observe and explore! This kit is an excellent complement to any microscope. Microscope not included. Included: 12 pieces blank slides, 12 pieces Concavity (well) slides, 1 plastic storage box to hold 25 slides, Cover glass, Plastic forceps, Plastic pipet (dropper), and Directions and helpful hints for preparing simple mounts.

Grades 3 & up. Gain a deeper understanding of how the human body works with this 4-piece model set. Includes: heart model, brain model, human body anatomy model, and skeleton model. The heart features superior and inferior venae cavae, right and left atria, tricuspid valve, right and left ventricles, pulmonary artery, mitral valve, aortic valve and aorta. The brain features cerebellum, frontal, parietal, temporal and occipital lobes, corpus callosum, brain stem, hippocampus, ventricles, insula,… More »

PreK & up. Children can easily explore decomposition, composting, life cycles, and environmental education. Three separate, aerated compartments enable children to view the entire decomposition process clearly and make side-by-side comparisons between different materials. Ecological education includes composting, decomposition, and life cycles. Teacher guide included. Composter measures 12"W x 4"D x 8"H.

3 years & up. Children can easily collect, curate, experiment with, and display found objects and liquids with these sturdy, colorful acrylic Treasure Tubes for 360 degree viewing. The lids sit on top of the tubes and do not secure, making it easy to add trinkets, natural materials, and sensory objects to observe, display, and rattle. Ideal for color and sound exploration and light table activities. Holds marbles, beads, twigs, leaves, small toys and more. Stack the tubes on top of each other… More »

3 years & up. Get kids excited to explore the world around them with the Insect & Fish Viewer and Magnifier! Help children understand the habits of small aquatic and non-aquatic animals while cultivating their interest in scientific exploration. The Insect & Fish Viewer features a large space design, permitting small animals to have a larger range of activities resulting in more complete observation. The viewer is multi-functional and can be used with or without water, allowing use to… More »

3 years & up. Logic and reasoning skills are sure to be improved as children play the Bug-Tastic memory game. This set of memory cards contains a mixture of bugs and insects which will spark their interest and discussions about bugs and insects.

These cute little owls are a great addition to a child's toy collection! Encourages dramatic play and imagination. Learn about different types of owls and their habitats with cute cuddly stuffed animals. Set includes 3 cuddly owls measuring 4.5 " each. Perfect size for little one's to cuddle with, not only at home, but on the go as well!

8 years & up. Have fun using the scientific method with microbiology experiments! Bacteria are everywhere and can be responsible for things like decay and fermentation or used for good things like medicine and yogurt. This hands-on Mighty Microbes Lab allows your child to grow and observe harmless, small-scale bacteria and learn how microbes affect our everyday lives. Includes: 22-page activity journal packed with experiments, Spreader for spreading bacteria, Funnel, Pipette, Loupe with 8x magnification,… More »

3 years & up. What can we find today? Children can collect sensory objects, natural materials and trinkets to place in the beautiful Treasure Blocks. Smooth hardwood frames with inset, colored transparent acrylic windows have a removable panel to place small objects. Ideal for display, observation, color exploration, light table activities and more. Largest Block measures 5.5" L x 5.5" W x 2" H. Set of 8.

Grades K & up. Children will love studying plant growth with this Sprout and Grow Window. The transparent window allows students to watch as the seeds germinate and grow into plants. Includes planter, soil, pea and bean seeds, and step-by-step guide.

Grades K & up. Enlarged for demonstration on the whiteboard. Feature realistic illustrations to model up to 6 stages in the life cycle of a bean plant and apple tree. Two life cycles in one! Label-free for versatility. Largest piece measures 9"H x 7"L. Set of 12.

2 years & up. Children can learn about aquatic life through play with the Magnetic Matching Fossil Stone set. Interesting textures, a subdued natural color scheme, and authentic replicated fossils will spark a deeper interest in science activities inside and outside the classroom. Set features 8 matching sets of fossil stones, that when opened, reveal a fossilized imprint of different species of fish and aquatic life. Encourage color matching and shape recognition while children learn about… More »