Build your very own working scale model of a turbofan jet engine from Haynes. Equipped with jet engine sounds, this detailed battery operated replica has high and low pressure turbines, and see-through casing to observe the engine s moving parts. A fantastic introduction for kids to model building and engineering.
Build a fully functional, motorised model of a V-Twin motorcycle engine. Features sound recorded from a real engine, plated exhausts, air filter cover and engine side covers to give the finished model a customized look. The see-through cylinders and illuminating spark plugs allow you to see how each part of the engine works. Contains more than 150 pieces and all that you need to assemble the model. Comes with a Haynes style manual giving you step by step instructions as well as interesting information about V-Twin engines
DIY KITS FOR ADULTS AND KIDS – This functional model of a V8 Internal Combustion Engine is the perfect activity for both children (over 10 years) and adults to build together. There is also a Special Augmented Reality App available to download via your Smartphone to provide animations and detailed descriptions of key features of the engine
Take incredibly close-up photos of bugs and insects with the My Living World Bug Photography kit! The viewing pot is specially designed to make collecting them easy with the included brush. Get a closer look at your bugs with the built-in magnifier! The capture device and macro lens clip onto your phone so you can take 10x and 20x magnification photos. Learn all about bugs and insects with the fact filled bug guide written by nature expert Nick Baker, included in the 18 page instruction booklet.
All kids love bugs, and this kit provides them with easy to use, professional quality equipment to enable them to catch, study and identify common mini-beasts in their gardens, in parks or in the countryside.
Press and dry beautiful flowers in seconds using a microwave with the My Living World Instant Flower Press. Preserve flowers, leaves and other interesting plants you may find in your garden! Press them and add them to greetings cards, stationery and pictures, you are limited only to your imagination.
Go on a journey with nature expert Nick Baker to discover the secret life of one of this country’s best loved insects! This kit is specially designed for ages 5-10 and explains all kinds of fun and fascinating facts about ladybirds; where to find them, how to study them and how to safely keep them as pets. Contents include quality equipment and Nick Baker’s fascinating 28-page guide to ladybirds. A great outdoor activity for children or anyone interested in the natural world
Discover what makes snails tick with this fascinating nature kit developed by naturalist Nick Baker. Learn how to safely keep, feed and study them to see right inside their amazing world. This kit provides hours of fun activity and comes with quality equipment and Nick Baker’s comprehensive 24-page guide to snails. This is an ideal kit for young and inquisitive minds or anyone with a passion for the natural world.
Watch garden birds close-up with this beautifully designed, durable window feeder! The large portal with a one-way mirror allows you to observe birds without disturbing them. The Window Bird Feeder is made from quality components and is easy to install, refill and clean. The 18 page instruction booklet includes a garden bird guide written by nature expert Nick Baker.
Look inside the fascinating world of worms with this fun and informative kit. Watch your worms mix up the different coloured layers in their chamber and feed them leaves. This product provides a great opportunity for children to learn more about worms’ importance in our ecosystem. Children are encouraged to collect their own worms and told how to in the 20-page activity guide, written by naturalist Nick Baker.
Looking at objects under a microscope brings fascinating details into view, including some that you would never think were there. This microscope provides three different magnifications, from 25x to 100x, to suit a wide range of specimens. To maximise the precise detail that you see, it features a battery powered illuminator, a mirror reflector, as well as an adjustable focus. Everything is included to prepare your slides and conduct your studies. There are 2 pre-prepared examples to get you started featuring rose stem and onion skin specimens. Have fun gathering specimens such as pond water, salt crystals, mould, insects and flower pollen - all are amazing things to examine under a microscope.
You're ready to zoom in on distant objects such as birds, animals, landscapes and even the moon! This 30mm telescope is lightweight, compact and designed to be easy to set up and use by younger children. It uses optical glass lenses to provide a useful 15x magnification, making the world appear that much bigger, and in more exciting detail
We experience the weather each day as we step outside of our homes, feeling if it's warm or cold, windy or calm, and dry or raining. This weather station allows us to measure these conditions like a true meteorologist . . . you'll soon be the expert in your family! The weather station is easy to set up so you can track daily conditions, run experiments, record measurements and learn wonderful weather-related facts. You'll soon notice how your readings change throughout the year. Have fun being a hands-on weather watcher and you’ll soon be ready to present your own weather report!
Reach for the stars…there’s so much to see! The night sky is bursting with constellations, planets, moons, stars, satellites and even the odd comet shooting by… it’s truly spectacular! This robust children's telescope is the ideal introduction for developing a lifelong interest in astronomy. Its simple-to-use refractor design with a 50mm objective lens allows plenty of light to be collected, making it easier to see the far away detail of the brightly lit moon or luminous star clusters. With the 20mm or 4mm eyepieces, you’ll be able to see these celestial objects, and more, with 18X or an impressive 90X magnification! It's highly versatile, and is ideal for travelling, camping and other stargazing opportunities where a compact, easy to use telescope is needed. The table-top tripod and altazimuth mount are useful aids to observing the wonders of the night sky, wherever you are
Learn the working principles of a vacuum cleaner by building this battery-operated robotic model. Contains over 75 pieces and a fully illustrated 8 page manual to guide you through the assembly process. The finished vacuum cleaner will sense walls and obstacles and steer away from them automatically. It features a floating suction indicator to show when suction is flowing through the machine. It also features a small collection chamber to empty out the collected debris.
Includes over 50 experiments involving electronics and electricity. Features easy to use spring connectors, pre-cut wires, and clearly numbered components. Supplied with a comprehensive 16 page instruction manual. Gives users the knowledge required to design and create their own circuits. Provides different options to explore, including light, magnetic and touch controls. Learn about resistors, transistors, diodes, and other electronic components.
Any metal object is treasure to young explorers starting out in metal detecting! You'll be able to carefully search in your garden, the woods, parks and beaches, just waiting for the signs that your detector has found something special! This metal detector will beep and LED lights will flash, speed up and change colour to alert you that a metal object is close by. It could be old or lost coins, jewellery that has been accidentally dropped, or a host of other possibilities. Controls are provided to change both the sensitivity and sound volume of the detector. The child-friendly length and light-weight design make this a perfect choice for young detectorists. Metal detecting can be an exciting hobby, helping to develop a child's exploratory skills, curiosity and patience.
Cops and Robbers, Secret Agents, Hide and Seek, camping and hiking: communication is key and more exciting with these Digital Walkie Talkies! The Walkie Talkies are sturdy and lightweight with a belt clip so it’s easy to talk and walk on the go using one of the 3 LED digital channels. Press the button to send a ringing alert to your friend, or to answer a call coming through, and stay connected from as far away as (up to) 3 kilometres outdoors
And you’re off…exploring the world! The planet earth really is astonishing. It’s difficult to imagine the vast distances between neighbouring continents, the wide oceans and seas that cover over 70% of its surface, and the near 200 countries that exist around the world. This 20cm diameter globe is a miniature model of our huge planet at your finger-tips, giving you access to continents, oceans, countries and major cities. It's a useful introduction to the fascinating science of geography, as well as being a convenient desktop reference. The globe is mounted on a tilted arc stand, to represent the earth's angle in relation to its plane of orbit, helping to visualise how the seasons change through the year. The battery powered light allows you to see the various countries in brightly coloured blocks, with clear political boundaries. It looks especially magical as a soft glow bedside light!
Looking at objects under a microscope brings fascinating details into view, including some that you would never think were there! This microscope provides three different magnifications, from 25x to 100x, to suit a wide range of specimens. The fun and easy to use 30mm starter telescope helps young explorers to discover the world around them. Comes with lightweight table-top tripod
Lights up your way for night-time adventuring! There are many play possibilities once darkness begins to fall.. and wearing these night vision goggles are a great way to boost what you can see and do. They are the essential gadget for a super-cool spy on a surveillance mission or a wildlife warrior looking for those rare nocturnal bugs and animals. With blue-tinted lenses and bright LED light beams, you'll get a good view of your surroundings in the dim and dark. You can concentrate your night vision with the flip-out scope and 2X magnifying lens. The Night Vision Goggles are comfortable and light weight with adjustable head strap and soft nose pad. They are powered by built-in batteries for hands-free activities and fun…once the sun goes down! Includes a fully comprehensive Instruction Manual with great tips and interesting facts. Parents please note: these goggles do not have infra-red night vision capability.
The Planetarium Star Globe features a light-up globe of the constellations that projects onto the walls and ceiling. The base rotates, and a light pointer is supplied to allow particular constellations to be highlighted.
Polish rocks to create semi-precious gemstones. Learn about the exciting hobby of rock tumbling with this set. Includes all the accessories you’ll need to start polishing dazzling gems. Use the included ring fastenings to create beautiful homemade jewellery! Rock tumbling is a fun activity for children of all ages and promotes an interest in geology and science
SUPER HD MICROSCOPE - The Science Mad 360 Degree Super High-Definition Microscope will allow your young scientist to discover the micro-world around them in amazing HD detail. This premium Microscope is designed to be easy to set up and used by children aged 6 years and up (under adult supervision). It will inspire a life-long interest in science by helping your child to explore objects and discover fascinating details that they never knew were there
UP TO 200X MAGNIFICATION - This Super HD Microscope has three different magnification levels 60x, 120x and 200x which gives greater flexibility and will suit a wide range of different specimens. There is also an adjustable eyepiece, revolving magnification turret, objective lens, light and colour filters and top and bottom LED illumination. Also featured is a handy adapter to allow you to attach your Smartphone to capture images and videos of specimens on the slides
41 PIECES INCLUDED - The Science Mad Super HD Microscope contains 41 pieces, including 2 pre-prepared slides, 10 blank slides, 12 cover slides, 12 blank labels, 2 collecting vials and tweezers as well as a detailed instruction manual all which will give you everything required for collecting and creating your own specimens for close-up examination
FANTASTIC SCIENCE GIFT - A great microscope for beginners to encourage an interest in science and nature that will hopefully develop further as your child gets older, making the Science Mad Super HD Microscope the perfect present to give
STEM LEARNING FOR KIDS - All Science Mad products are designed specifically for children. Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths! Science Mad products are all built with learning and fun at their heart
