Physical Science
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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 -
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 -
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 -
Bite-Sized Science - Activities for Children in 15 Minutes or Less
A great parent/child activity resource with dozens of intriguing sound, sight, taste, touch, and smell activities. Most take 15 minutes or less to organize, do, and clean up! Some suitable for the classroom. Paperback, 109 pages. Learn More -
Glass Prism - Functional prism for experiments with light
Children can set this prism in a sunny window and see for themselves what Newton discovered — a beam of visible light can be split into a rainbow when it shines through a glass prism like this. Learn More -
All the Colors of the Rainbow - A Rookie Read-About Science book
Delightful photos and close-up diagrams introduce younger children to the wonders of light, color, and rainbows. Simple text for early readers explains refraction, color, and the visible light spectrum. Paperback, 32 pages. Learn More -
Jumbo Thermometer - Weather observation tool
Your children can measure ambient temperature on Fahrenheit and centigrade scales, then perhaps record and graph their observations. A fascinating way to exercise observation, math, and writing skills. Clear, easy-to-read numbers; sturdy plastic. Easy to mount; 15". Learn More -
Solid Size, Color, Shape Sort: Three Complete Activities for Exploring Solids - Young Scientist Activity Set
A great addition to your science curriculum, this hands-on physics activity set includes 3 activities, so that related activities can be rotated. Reinforces the observation that solids come in different sizes, colors, and shapes. Learn More
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