Microscopes

Discovery Diamond Dust Microscope

Peer up-close and make amazing discoveries – like the difference between diamonds and plain table salt – with this 150X microscope. Get a sharp, clear look at tiny specimensEasily switch between 50, 100 and 150X magnificationPrecision focusing knob gives a sharp viewIncludes real diamond dust and salt crystal comparative slide 12-page guidebook explains crystalline structures to help discover diamonds and illustrates how to prepare your own slidesIncludes 3 blank slides, cover and labelsExtra-bright LED stage lightsUnlock the mysteries of crystalline structures and discover how fascinating, hands-on science can be.Safety warning: This product contains small parts that may present a choking hazard for young children.

Discovery Macro Microscope

With both micro and macro settings, this microscope lets you see everything from butterfly wings to plant cell walls. Features:Kid-friendly microscope with real powerBoth micro and macro settingsExplore objects from 40 to 400 times their actual sizeSuper-clear images at every levelPivoting die-cast metal base with high-impact plastic bodySoft textured handgripsFlexible, 360-degree rotating eyepiecePrecision ground metal lenses with optical quality glassLenses are interchangeable with most standard, research-quality microscopesIndependent light source focuses beam on (or through) the specimenLens bulbs are easy to replace2 month manufacturer's warrantyIncludes: Five vials of remarkable specimens to examine Five prepared slides: two insect cross sections, two plant cross-sections and one slide with a real 900-year old, Peruvian mummy wrap! TweezersEye-dropperMeasuring beakerSpoonBlank slides for collecting your own specimensExperiment bookletExplore the beauty and mystery of the world around you, from small delights to microscopic miracles.Safety warning: This product contains small parts that may present a choking hazard for young children.

Discovery Whodunit? Forensics Lab

Six intriguing cases introduce your child to forensics – the science of fighting crime. Features:A complete, at-home forensics lab6 cases – each more challenging than the lastState-of-the-art lab instruments and storage rack200X zoom microscope Battery operated light table2 month manufacturer's warrantyIncludes:4 tire tread casting samples with clayFold-out forensics work surfaceRogues Gallery, casebook and instruction booklet 30 plastic evidence slides 4 8ml test tubes and laboratory gogglesLatex roller and adhesiveBlood analysis trayBeaker with lid10ml graduated cylinderTweezers, stir sticks and pipetteCase Evidence packet includes: 5 fiber samples, fiber identification stain, chromatography paper, synthetic blood samples, 5 ink samples and 7 hair samplesAnalyze handwriting, decipher blood type and examine mysterious fibers in your search for the truth. It's engaging, challenging and great fun!

Discovery Electronic Gadget Lab

Build your own working gadgets, from a police siren to a musical doorbell, with this fun science kit. Builds 100+ different gadgetsEngaging and educational electronic projectsPieces snap together in minutesIncludes everything you need: speakers, snap wires, LEDs, lamp sockets, motor fan and moreOver 30 different componentsColor diagrams provided in manualNo tools required1-year manufacturer's warrantyWinner of numerous awards, this innovative kit gets kids building, imagining, creating and learning.

Discovery Chem-X 1000 Science Lab

Explore the world of chemistry with an exciting lab that unveils hidden secrets in everyday items.Features:Magically change colors of liquids Extract iron from food Test for starches and sugars Learn how to purify water Create mixtures and solids Conduct experiments with acids and bases Includes:Carry/Storage CaseCardboard BoxInstruction ManualTest Tube RackBottle of Iron Fillings #17Bottle of Borax #7Bottle of Cobalt Chloride #102 Bottles of Guar Gum #20Bottle of Ferric Ammonium Sulfate #19Bottle of Sodium Carbonate #36Bottle of Polyacrylate #31Bottle of Potassium Iodide #33Bottle of Universal Indicator #60Beam Balance KitSnap ArtVacuform Lab Plate3 Cotton Swabs"pH" Control Paper10 Eco-Foam PeanutsConductivity Tester4 Pipettes9-Volt Battery Cap2 Sheets of Filter PaperFunnelMeasuring Spoon3 Test Tubes w/capsSafety gogglesTweezers10 ml graduated cylinder6" Ruler MagnetShrinkwrap filmInstruction manualConduct fun and interesting experiments while learning about chemical reaction process.

Discovery Praying Mantis Encounter

Raise your own praying mantises – and marvel at one of nature's most amazing carnivores. Habitat is made of netting to provide 360 degrees of visibilityMantis eggs shipped directly to your homeMantis eggs arrive in the mailWatch mantises hatch, hunt, shed their exoskeletons and moreHand-held magnifying glass gives an up-close encounterIncludes padded tweezers for gentle handlingCool learning activities bring science to lifeUse the observation journal – just like real scientistsLearn first-hand about these fascinating insects as you raise your very own family of praying mantises.Receive a praying mantis egg case and optional food (fruit flies) by mail. Order information included. Eggs and food available year round. Continental US only.Safety warning: This product contains small parts that may present a choking hazard for young children.

Spark ™ Talking Microscope

Expose your child to the fascinating world of natural specimens as you examine an arachnid, a crustacean and other insects up-close. Kids view specimens up-close, just like a real scientist5X magnification gives a whole new view of familiar insectsMicroscope narrates incredible factsQuiz mode tests your child's knowledge12 slides depict real-life specimens from Brine Shrimp to Scorpions7 Spark™ Cards illustrate the microscope and activities in easy-to-understand diagrams and picturesIncludes full-color parent's "Lab Assistant" guideThis talking 5X magnification microscope lets your child discover microscopic specimens up-close, just like a real microbiologist.Safety warning: This product contains small parts that may present a choking hazard for young children.

Klutz ® Battery Science Kit

Master the science behind electricity and discover how much fun you can have with an ordinary household battery. Features 8 engaging projectsAlkaline battery includedComes with a buzzer, propeller, light bulb, motor and moreBuild a walking robot, snow machine, and lie detectorIncludes step-by-step directionsKids have so much fun, they won't even notice they're learning! It's science the smart way – engaging and hands-on.

Ultimate Science DVD Classics Collection

Experience five powerful scientific programs and discover big savings!The Ultimate Guide: The Human Body DVDHow can a bone withstand 1,000 pounds of force without breaking? Why do some people bleed more easily than others? And, how can sound be used to make blind people see? These are just a few of the mysteries you'll explore in this fascinating documentary.Through amazing internal photography and advanced computer graphics, get an intimate look at nature's most complex machine. And, as a bonus feature, also included is the groundbreaking Discovery Pictures/BBC co-production "The Human Body" – a large-format film that follows a family through a normal day to illustrate the biological processes that take place within us.With the help of thermal imaging and other cutting-edge cinematic techniques, explore the complexities of the human body in astonishing detail.Parasites: Eating Us Alive DVDWhile many of us harbor secret fears of vicious or venomous animals, most are unaware that some of the deadliest creatures on Earth live right on and even inside us: microscopic parasites. Take a fascinating tour of a hidden, miniature world that will make your skin crawl. Under the microscope, parasitic life forms resemble something out of a horror movie, but not all are deadly. Learn about the minute, harmless insects that live in our hair, under our skin and even on our eyelashes. Meet the microscopic, one-celled protozoa that live within our blood cells, causing diseases like malaria and killing millions of people annually. Perhaps most fascinating about these invaders are their incredible life cycles and survival strategies. They can adapt faster than we can attack and have shown a remarkable immunity to treatment, often turning our body's best defenses against us.The Ultimate Guide: Volcanoes DVDTake a look at the latest volcanic survey data and marvel at the frightening number of volcanoes heating up around the world. Is

Chem C1000 - Chemistry Experiment Kit

Safely experiment in your own chemistry lab to discover the exciting world of chemical reactions. Beginner level chemistry setNo previous experience necessary75 learning experimentsDesigned and manufactured in Germany for safe experimentationProfessional quality lab equipmentProtective safety glasses4 test tubes2 pipettesEasy-to-follow experiment manualChemicals included: Sodium hydrogen sulfate, sodium carbonate, potassium, hexacyanoferrate, calcium hydroxide, ammonium iron sulfate, ammonium chloride, copper sulfate, litmus powder, hexamethyleneteramineBring the dry science of textbooks to life – and teach kids the thrill of hands-on discovery in their very own laboratory.Safety warning: This product contains small parts that may present a choking hazard for young children.