Physical Science

This horseshoe magnet is perfect for a magnetic/non-magnetic “fishing” game. It creates especially strong fields, with dramatic repulsion and attraction properties. (1¼" x 2" x ¼"). Aluminum-nickel-cobalt alloy. ¼" x 2" x ¼". Learn More

The step-by-step photo format makes these 50 experiments and activities easy for children to follow. Includes advice for setting up a science area, materials lists, glossary, and index. Spiral-bound hardcover, 80 pages. Learn More

A fun, hands-on demonstration of magnetism in action. Carefully place the tiny metal pieces on the magnetic base one by one, or start with all the pieces on the base, then pull and twist a sculpture into shape. Plastic-covered base is 3⅝" x 2¾" x 1" high (½" pieces). Learn More

Discover the color spectrum first-hand with these acrylic prisms.Over three hundred years ago, Sir Isaac Newton concluded that a prism separates white light into red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet. These durable prisms are great when glass is not an option. Learn More

This is hands-on physical science at its best! The translucent casing lets children see the pumping mechanics in action. It looks like there's nothing inside, but press the pump and feel the blast of air as it shoots out the end. Learn More

From a very young age, children can observe that a beach ball floats and a rock sinks. But why? Floating and Sinking is more advanced, covering scientific concepts like density, buoyancy, and displacement. It introduces more vocabulary, includes a glossary and an index, and describes a simple experiment suitable for young children. Learn More

This is one of those special books that adults never tire of reading and children never tire of hearing. It’s a celebration of the natural world and, more specifically, rocks — all the fun kinds of rocks there are, like skipping rocks, wishing rocks, climbing rocks, and more. 32 pages. Learn More

Instant Attraction! Carefully place the tiny metal pieces on the magnetic base one by one, or start with all the pieces on the base, then pull and twist a sculpture into shape. Plastic-covered base is 3⅝" x 2¾" x 1" high. Pieces range from ½" to 1⅜". Learn More

Ideal for measuring small amounts of liquids, this set of nesting beakers reminds us that cooking really is science. Each beaker is calibrated in both standard cooking units and milliliters, with a funnel-shaped top and spout for easy pouring. Learn More