Saturday, December 31, 2011

Chem C1000 Chemistry Set

Chem C1000 Chemistry Set Review



Chem C1000 Chemistry Set Feature

  • Every child needs a chemistry set and Chem C1000 is the perfect place to begin
  • Easy-to-follow manual teaches the tools of the trade, setting up your workspace and lab safety tips
  • Seventy-five experiments in seven sections reveal how to use chemistry to create magic tricks and in
  • "Bloody fingers" and ghostly images offer young scientists a glimpse of the ghoulish delights to be
  • Includes test tubes, safety goggles and experiments in excitement
Enroll in Chem C1000 and perform 75 diverse experiments -- without having to take a dreaded exam! Professor Probenius is your professor in this terrific introduction to the world of chemistry and chemical reactions. He provides clear instructions for performing the experiments, offers safety advice, explains the observed reactions, and asks and answers questions about the results. Build a mini fire extinguisher and make water flow uphill in experiments with air pressure. Entertain your friends with chemistry "magic" tricks and learn the sccience behind them. Identify the elements in chemical substances with dazzling colors in flame tests. Discover how to get electricity from a test tube in electrochemical reactions. And lots more! C1000 builds a strong foundation in chemistry with exposure to a broad range of chemical phenomena and hands-on lab experience. Great for adolescents ages 10 and up. Includes a 40-page manual.


Scientific Explorer's Ultimate Spa and Perfumery Kit of Spa Therapies

Scientific Explorer's Ultimate Spa and Perfumery Kit of Spa Therapies Review



Scientific Explorer's Ultimate Spa and Perfumery Kit of Spa Therapies Feature

  • The perfect present for the tween-aged child that is hard to shop for!
  • Make five different perfumes
  • Works for up to eight kids - so it's perfect for a spa party!
  • Make a variety of soaps and bath balms
  • This kit contains natural ingerdients
The Ultimate Spa and Perfume Kit includes everything you need for a complete spa experience and lots of fun things for you to make! Using natural ingredients, you'll create bath oils, oatmeal soap, foaming baths, bath balms and more. Learn about aromatherapy as you blend five different kinds of perfume. Enough stuff for up to eight people, so it's perfect for spa parties, sleepovers and rainy days.


Friday, December 30, 2011

Scientific Explorer's My First Chemistry Kit Science Kit

Scientific Explorer's My First Chemistry Kit Science Kit Review



Scientific Explorer's My First Chemistry Kit Science Kit Feature

  • Winner of Creative Child Magazine's Seal of Excellence Award
  • Includes a microscope 100x-200x-450x with safe accessories and easy to follow instructions
  • Learn about chemistry as you make a beautiful ornament and test acids and bases
  • Includes slides, viles and lab accessories to set up your own chemistry lab
  • A fun way to spark your young child's interest in science
Watch in amazement as little scientists set up their own labs, test acids and bases, and make a beautiful ornament. Comes complete with a microscope, safe accessories, easy-to-follow science guide, and loads of brilliant activities.


Thursday, December 29, 2011

Thames and Kosmos Biology Tk2 Scope

Thames and Kosmos Biology Tk2 Scope Review



Thames and Kosmos Biology Tk2 Scope Feature

  • Learn how to use the microscope and how to prepare slides
  • 2 bright LED lights, above and below
  • 40x, 100x, and 400x magnification
  • 4x, 10x, and 40x objective lenses and a 10x ocular lens, all made of optical grade glass
  • Over 20 tools and accessories
Embark on a guided journey through the microscopic world, revealing its hidden creatures and unseen structures with the new TK2 Scope. First, learn how to use the microscope and all of its parts. Next, become familiar with your scope by examining some prepared slides. Now, you are ready to take off on a guided investigation of plant and animal specimens that you gather and prepare yourself. This kit gives you the tools, knowledge, and skills you need to view virtually any specimen you can find. The microscope is a dual light 40-, 100-, and 400-power metal and plastic microscope. The two battery-powered LED light sources allow for both the viewing of large or opaque objects lit from above and the viewing of thinly sliced or translucent specimens lit from below. It has a 10-power ocular lens; 4-, 10-, and 40-power objective lenses; and an aperture wheel. The lenses are all professional-quality optical glass. The microscope is durable and powerful, permitting years of continued observations. The full-color, 48-page manual guides you through set-up, usage, and dozens of fascinating observations of biological specimens.


Monday, December 26, 2011

CHEM C2000 (2011 Edition)

CHEM C2000 (2011 Edition) Review



CHEM C2000 (2011 Edition) Feature

  • Discover the Secrets Behind the "Magic" of Chemistry
  • With these hands-on lab sets, you will perform highly rewarding experiments while building a strong foundation in chemistry.
  • CHEM C2000 is the ultimate gift for science lovers, featuring a full-color, 96-page manual with over 250 experiments.
  • Kit includes safety glasses, professional-quality equipment and enough chemicals for repeated experiments.
  • Uses a 9-volt battery (not included).
Can you make dazzling colors in flame tests? Create your own mini fire extinguisher? With these hands-on lab sets, you will perform highly rewarding experiments while building a strong foundation in chemistry. CHEM C2000 is the ultimate gift for science lovers, featuring a full-color, 96-page manual with over 250 experiments. Kit includes safety glasses, professional-quality equipment and enough chemicals for repeated experiments. Uses a 9-volt battery (not included). Requires strict adult supervision.


Sunday, December 25, 2011

Thames and Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop

Thames and Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop Review



Thames and Kosmos Physics Solar Workshop Feature

  • Build 12 models, including a solar-powered tractor, truck, treaded vehicle, car
  • Learn about harnessing and using solar power
  • Learn about motors and simple machines
  • Best seller
  • Parents' Choice Silver Honor
  • Also includes elevator, drawbridge, fan, airplane, mobile crane and construction crane
In one way or another, almost every form of energy we use originates as energy from the sun. Solar energy directly powers photovoltaic cells and thermal collectors. Indirectly, we get power from plants grown by the sun, oceans heated by the sun, and Earth s weather systems sustained by the sun. Even the energy stored in fossil fuels originated as energy from the sun, captured by plants and animals millions of years ago. Physics Solar Workshop explores the topic of solar energy, focusing on photovoltaic cells. By building 12 models and conducting 30 experiments, you will learn how solar cells transform light into electrical energy, and how motors and mechanical devices can optimize the work done by this energy. You will build different types of vehicles and machines to demonstrate how gears can convert and transform power for different needs. There are 320 parts, which are also compatible with the other kits in our Physics line. The 64-page book offers illustrated instructions for the projects. Developed with Greenpeace® in Germany. Ages 8 and up. build 12 models, including a solar-powered tractor, truck, treaded vehicle, car, elevator, drawbridge, fan, airplane, mobile crane and construction crane learn about harnessing and using solar power learn about motors and simple machines


Saturday, December 24, 2011

Thames and Kosmos Fun and Fundamentals Elements of Science

Thames and Kosmos Fun and Fundamentals Elements of Science Review



Thames and Kosmos Fun and Fundamentals Elements of Science Feature

  • Giant science lab
  • The mission of the National Geographic Society is to inspire people to care about the planet
  • The National Geographic science kits from Thames and Kosmos further that mission by helping kids learn about science in a fun way
  • 100 experiments in biology, chemistry, and more
Broad yet elaborate introduction to the physical and life sciences 100 Experiments in Biology, Physics and Chemistry expose students to the full spectrum of science and show firsthand how these core disciplines interrelate 112-page, full color manual organized into 15 different chapters: Water, Air, Heat, Sound, Forces, Magnetism, Electricity, Electromagnetism, Light, Optics, Plants & Animals, Colors, The Human Body, Chemistry, and Earth & Sun. A Parents' Choice Silver Honor Winner


Physics Workshop Kit

Physics Workshop Kit Review



Physics Workshop Kit Feature

  • 37 Experiments
  • 36 Building Projects
  • 64 pg. Manual
  • 305 pieces
  • Ages 8+
? build a windmill, two-speed crane, force scale, sail car, mars robot, hammer machine, centrifuge, pinball game, centrifugal switch, ship's lantern, and dozens of other models ? experiment with simple machines: gears, levers, screws, inclined planes, pulleys, wheels and axles ? learn and understand the most fundamental physics equations ? read about amazing real-world applications for physics


Friday, December 23, 2011

Kitchen Chemistry

Kitchen Chemistry Review



Kitchen Chemistry Feature

  • Make your own rock candy, flip flop slime, elastic egg and more
  • Learn the basics of chemistry without blowing up the house
  • Discover uses for common household substances
  • Comes with miniature kitchen sink for mixing materials
  • Ages 8 and Up
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Thursday, December 22, 2011

Thames & Kosmos Classic Science Milestones in Science

Thames & Kosmos Classic Science Milestones in Science Review



Thames & Kosmos Classic Science Milestones in Science Feature

  • The History of Science in Nine Chapters
  • Lights, Colors, and Sound
  • Heat, Steam, and Engines
  • Magnetism and Electricity
  • Communication, Microelectronics, and much more
Embark on an active research expedition through the history of science and technology. Learn about famous scientists and inventors, like Archimedes, Copernicus, Einstein, Watt, and Darwin, as you reproduce their ground-breaking experiments. Read about each scientist and their times, what they did and how they did it, and then see it yourself firsthand! From the Stone Age to modern times, the history of science comes to life in front of you in this tangible, hands-on format. This comprehensive kit covers the accomplishments of over 140 scientists and civilizations. Dive into this clever book-shaped box and immerse yourself in the studies that enthralled the brightest scientific minds that ever lived. As you conduct experiments with the more than 94 pieces included, your workspace will quickly come to resemble the labs and workshops of these legendary scientists. Young historians and scientists alike will be captivated by this overview of the history of science. In addition to instructions for the experiments, the 96-page, full-color experiment book contains a wealth of interesting historical information, giving context to the scientists and their work. The book is beautifully designed to playfully resemble a scientist's lab journal from the past. Ages 10 and up. Nine chapters: ? Light, Colors, and Sound ? Heat, Steam, and Engines ? Magnetism and Electricity ? Communication and Microelectronics ? Forces ? Life ? Atoms and Molecules ? Stars and Planets ? The Periodic Table


Wednesday, December 21, 2011

The Dangerous Book for Boys Classic Chemistry Science Kit

The Dangerous Book for Boys Classic Chemistry Science Kit Review



The Dangerous Book for Boys Classic Chemistry Science Kit Feature

  • Build atomic models
  • Learn about the periodic table
  • Explore examples of metals, metalloids, and nonmetals
  • Make plastic from milk
  • Make a stink bomb and a smoke bomb
"The Dangerous Book for Boys" was a national bestseller that has spawned the "Dangerous Book for Boys" Chemistry Set. Featuring an informative,well-designed instruction book and retro packaging that mirrors the nostalgic design of the "Dangerous Book for Boys," the chemistry set offers a variety of experiments that teach as well as entertain. Created for children ages eight and up, the toy offers numerous opportunities for parent-child collaboration and bonding. Parents will definitely want to supervise when kids are using this set since it contains potentially harmful chemicals. However, a little danger, is all in the spirit of the "Dangerous Book for Boys."

The Dangerous Book for Boys
Classic Chemistry
    Ages: 8+

    Requires: Various household materials and supplies to perform experiments
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The Good: A wide variety of experiments teach kids about elements, atomic structure, the periodic table, and more.

The Challenging: Potentially harmful chemicals means parents need to supervise.

In a Nutshell: Educational toy with a nostalgic feel will teach, entertain, and foster bonding with your child.


This is a real chemistry set that allows kids to conduct their own experiments. View larger.


The set comes with real chemical reagents, for use in various experiments. View larger.

So Many Experiments, So Little Time
The chemistry set comes with the equipment and chemicals to perform a wide variety of experiments. Sturdy plastic test tubes, pipettes, beakers, and other supplies are included, as well as potassium, sodium, and ammonium iron. A number of the experiments are performed with items that you supply yourself. You're likely to have some needed items lying around, while others, like purple cabbage (used in the experiment titled "Testing Acids and Bases"), will have to be sought out.

Because of this, children might want to read through the book and plan ahead, so they have the materials on hand for experiment day. A cardboard test tube rack is included, which is a good idea, but could prove flimsy in the heat of frenzied scientific experimentation. The chemical vials are child-resistant and must be opened with the help of the safety lid opener that is included.

Smoky, Smelly, Slimy, and Soapy Chemistry
The colorful 32-page instruction book not only provides detailed direction for the experiments, it's also filled with great background information about chemistry. Younger kids might prefer to get straight to the experiments rather than doing all the reading (the print is on the small side), but there are plenty of fun illustrations to catch the eye of the younger chemist.

Science-obsessed older kids will enjoy the informative and humorous content of this guide, including chapters like "Is Chemistry Really Dangerous?" Experiments cover a wide range of concepts, including the elements, titration, organic chemistry, plastics, and much more. Most experiments are relatively easy to do, but kids need to pay close attention to the directions, and parents should always supervise. The experiments labeled "Smoky, Smelly, Slimy, and Soapy Chemistry" are sure to be a big hit with your child.

What's in the Box
32-page color manual; safety goggles; equipment, including test tubes, pipettes, and beakers; chemicals for experiments, including potassium and ammonium iron; 9-volt battery clip; fasteners; rods; cardboard pieces; ping-pong ball; safety lid opener; drinking straws; and measuring spoon.


Based on the bestselling children's book The Dangerous Book for Boys, this kit presents chemistry every kid should know through fun, engaging, and impressive experiments and activities. Learn about atoms, elements, and the periodic table by building simple models. Experiment with compounds, mixtures, solutions, and suspensions. Discover ionic and covalent bonding. Perform chemical reactions involving acids and bases, indicators, salts, and electrochemistry. Explore examples of important metals, metalloids, and nonmetals, and then conduct chemistry experiments with them. Investigate topics in organic chemistry such as alcohols, proteins, and plastics. Make plastic out of milk, a stink bomb, a smoke bomb, and colorful slime. Learn about where and how chemistry is used in the real world and read a brief history of the science. Parents and grandparents will appreciate this nostalgic kit, updated for today's kids. With more than 30 hands-on experiments and projects, it offers a great opportunity for parent-son bonding. The full-color, 32-page manual guides your experiments.


Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Scientific Explorer Backyard Explorer Kit Science Kit

Scientific Explorer Backyard Explorer Kit Science Kit Review



Scientific Explorer Backyard Explorer Kit Science Kit Feature

  • Backyard explorer kit is for ages 4 and up you don't have to travel very far to become an explorer
  • There are all sorts of exciting creatures and things to discover right in your own backyard or nearby park all you have to do is step outside
  • Get up close and personal with nature--as seen through a microscope build a birdfeeder and worm motel
  • There?s no limit to the adventures you'll have and the fascinating things you'll learn about the world around you from the backyard explorer kit
  • Adult supervision required make a sundial
  • Experiment with shadows make a worm hotel catch live bugs see what creatures are really doing with the cool microscope
Explore your backyard today!


Monday, December 19, 2011

Scientific Explorer Magnificent Manicure Kit Science Kit

Scientific Explorer Magnificent Manicure Kit Science Kit Review



Scientific Explorer Magnificent Manicure Kit Science Kit Feature

  • The magnificent manicure kit is for ages 8 and above learn about cosmetic chemistry as you give yourself a magnificent manicure
  • Turn your hands silky soft with crystal mud and then soak them in a sea salt scrub
  • Create your own custom scent of lotion buff and shine nails and much more
  • Custom scent your own spa line n
  • Not to be used without adult supervision
Learn the Chemistry behind a manicure!