3 years & up. Strong ceramic magnets with an easy grip plastic handle. How do Magnets Work? Teach young scientists about magetism without a mess. Just waive these wands over different objects to see if they are magnetic. Each magnet can pick up small items such as paperclips and iron shavings. Available individually and in sets of 3 or 6. Colors will vary.
Grades 2 & up. Learning that's right on track! Young thinkers can design unbelievable ball track structures via simple, stacking planks. No glue, no connectors -- just loads of constructive fun! Get things rolling by constructing the "Shooting Gallery", "Turbine", "Step Curve", and more! Set includes: 50 pine planks, 2 KEVA® balls, and an idea booklet.
Grades 1 - 6. Teach students the science of simple machines. Kit contains four pulleys (two singles, one double and one triple sheave, plus joining pin) and instructional guide with suggested classroom activities. Sting(s) not included.
Grades K & up. Set sail with real STEM learning! Young learners can dive into early physics in a fun, colorful way with this two-piece submarine and floating raft along with weights, balls, and stars to bring investigations to life. This set also features 10 detailed Activity Cards (with over 20 engaging, high-impact activities) that cover all aspects of STEM, plus key science concepts of buoyancy, density, and more! Comprehensive activity guide with reproducible materials is also included.… More »
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 concepts such as gearing up/down and increasing speed/force as they build crank fans, egg beaters and more. Includes building instructions for 6 different models with real-life photo and key facts. Complete set includes building materials in a sturdy divided case, teaching resource CD (with teaching notes,… 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 »
Grades K & up. Attract early learners to the wonders of magnetism! STEM lessons are irresistible when you add the excitement of fun, colorful tools to scientific exploration. Durable, playful magnets in a variety of shapes engage children as they explore magnetism, polarity, and magnetic attraction & repulsion. Comprehensive Activity Guide with reproducible materials is also included. Largest piece (maze tray) measures 11"L x 8 1/2"H x 1/2"W. Includes: 2 Bar Magnets, 2 Magnetic… More »
Grades 3 & up. Students build explore and experiment with functioning simple machines that demonstrate essential science and technology concepts. This set includes a teaching resource guide, building materials, and a full-color student guide with real-life photos and key facts. Resource CD includes teaching notes, building instructions, and extension activities. Materials store conveniently in a sturdy, plastic tub with adjustable divider. 221 pieces. Made in the USA.
Grades K & up. Keep it simple with real STEM learning! Discover amazing engineering wonders through scientific exploration with colorful, engaging tools and hands-on activities and experiments. Introduce and explore all 6 simple machines as you make amazing discoveries, design solutions for real-world problems, and conduct your own investigations. Comprehensive Activity Guide with reproducible materials is also included. Largest piece (cart) measures 5"L x 3 1/2"W. Includes: Lever… More »
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
5 years & up. Get your motor running with real STEM learning! Discover the science of motion through scientific exploration with colorful, engaging tools and hands-on activities. Explore the science of "how things go" as you conduct investigations, solve problems, and explore early engineering. Features 10 double-sided Activity Cards covering all aspects of STEM, plus key science concepts of gravity, inertia, friction, push/pull, and more! Ladder measures 9 1/4"H, tracks measure… More »
8 years & up. Experience the power of gravity with the Gravitrax Scoop® Expansion Set! Increase the action and marble run excitement by adding the Scoop® to the Gravitrax Starter Set. The Scoop® is triggered automatically when the marble rolls onto it. Watch it pick up the marble, swing like a trebuchet, and propel the marble down the track of the next highest level. Included: Scoop® and 6 additional tracks. Gravitrax Starter Set not included.
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.
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.
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 »
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. 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 »
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.
8 years & up. Experience the power of gravity with the Gravitrax! Keep the fun rolling by sending the marble on more distances and obstacles with the Gravitrax Trax Expansion. Experiment with different combinations of height tiles, tracks, and curves. Test yourself to see how long you can keep the marbles rolling before reaching the finish. Includes over 40 elements to extend your track. Gravitrax Starter Set not included.