Physical Science
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Water & Sand Wheel - A simple hands-on science machine
Children exercise their pouring skills as they observe how different pouring speeds alter the speed of this sturdy, working water wheel. Great addition to your hands-on physics program. Suitable for sand. Plastic; 5" base x 10" high. Learn More -
Water Pump
Children far too young to pronounce “vacuum displacement” will nonetheless know all about it after moving water with this durable pump. A real, working machine with a clear tube that shows the pump mechanisms. Learn More -
Rock Science Kit
This starter kit includes 15 numbered specimens representing a range of rocks, a small magnifier, and activity guide offering more test ideas for further study, all neatly packed in a sturdy box. Affordable, with just enough variety to whet the young geologist’s appetite. Learn More -
Mineral Science Kit
Children will learn to look for luster, (the way a mineral reflects light), hardness (measured on the Mohs scale), and color (with a streak test). Affordable, with just enough variety to whet the young geologist’s appetite. Learn More -
Light & Sound Energy Ball
Provide a safe, dramatic, hands-on demonstration of an electrical circuit. Two exterior metal strips are the circuit terminals. Children join hands to form the circuit. Learn More -
Simple Machines Book Set - Set of 6 books
“Wedges cut or separate objects,” “Force is put on one part of the lever. Another part of the lever lifts the load. Learn More -
What Are Inclined Planes? - A simple machine book
“A slide is a type of an inclined plane.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Levers? - A simple machine book
“A seesaw is a type of lever.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Pulleys? - A simple machine book
“People use pulleys to life heavy loads.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Screws?
“Screws hold objects together.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Wedges?
“Wedges cut or separate objects.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Real world examples of simple machines at work. Learn More -
What Are Wheels and Axles?
“A fishing reel is an example of a wheel and axle.” Clear, concise text, easy-to understand graphics, and dynamic photos with labels help early readers grasp basic mechanical concepts. Learn More -
Gear Train Model
Three toothed wheels demonstrate the power of gears in motion, direction, and speed. Turn the knob on one wheel and all three move — and the middle one goes in the opposite direction (a great point of interest!). 15" x 6". Learn More -
Pulley Model
Demonstrate how small wheels with a grooved rim, a rope, and a block can change the direction and point of application of a pulling force and increase the applied force for lifting. Learn More -
How Do You Lift A Lion? - A Robert E. Wells book about simple machines
An in-depth exploration of three simple machines people commonly use to move a heavy load, with humorous language that’s especially appealing to older children. aperback, 32 pages. Learn More -
50 Science Things to Make & Do - Science experiment & activity cards from Usborne
A perfect format for inquisitive children. 50 science activity cards break complex ideas into step-by-step instructions for easily understood experiments and brief explanations of basic scientific principles. Learn More
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