12 Awesome Science Gifts For Kids

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If you have a science-loving kid like me, you know that it can sometimes be tough to find science gifts for kids! Luckily, the selection has grown over the years, and there are more and more options to purchase and gift to the child in your life who loves science! These are some gifts we’ve purchased over the years, and a few others that are highly rated. I hope this list gives you a great starting point for finding the perfect gift!

National Geographic Rock Collection Box for Kids

This National Geographic Rock Collection is awesome because it not only has rough and polished rocks but also some fossils and geodes. It comes with an identification sheet so your child can match each item with its proper name. You can also get the National Geographic Advent Calendar with similar gemstones.

Hexeum Telescope With Tripod

My son LOVES space and had expressed interest in a telescope. We did our research and decided to purchase this Hexeum telescope with tripod and have been very pleased with it. He still needs our help to get it set up, but once we do it gives us a fantastic view of the moon and also a closer look at some planets!

3-in-1 Light Up World Globe

We got this 3-in-1 Light Up World Globe for my son for Christmas a few years ago. We loved that it served several purposes: a world map, a constellation map, and a night light/projector. It was very fun for him to explore both during the day and at night.

National Geographic Magic Chemistry Set

This National Geographic Magic Chemistry Set has ten different experiments your child can do. It comes with everything you need and will be sure to bring delight to your child.

Solar System Planetarium

This DIY Solar System Planetarium has been really fun for all my kids. You get to put it together, paint the planets, and then enjoy and play with your solar system. Recommended for ages 8 and up.

National Geographic Earth Science Kit

If your child loves volcanoes, rocks, and crystals, this National Geographic Earth Science Kit is perfect for them! It includes 15 different experiment activities for hours and hours of fun.

The Plasma Ball

The Plasma Ball is a classic toy that never fails to mesmerize children and adults alike. It can help teach about electricity, matter, and energy.

Visible Human Body

If your child is interested in the human body, they’ll love this Visible Human Body where you can observe, remove, and examine many different parts of the human body.

Jurassic World: Dinosaur Dig

Your dinosaur-loving child will get a kick out of digging their own “fossils” out of this plaster block in the Jurassic World Dinosaur Dig. The kit comes with everything you need including tools. This activity kept my kids busy for hours!

Happy Atoms Magnetic Molecular Modeling Kit

Building models of molecules can be very informative while also encouraging fine motor skills. Happy Atoms Magnetic Molecular Modeling Kit is a 50-atom set and also includes an app that lets you scan your creations and get more information on your device.

Microscope for Kids

This Microscope for Kids is perfect for kids ages 8-12. This kit includes Specimen slides, blank slides, cover slips, a Petri dish, Plastic Tweezers, a Pipet & tube, Lens tissue and saline solution.

If you’re looking for a microscope for younger kids, this talking microscope gets good ratings and is made for ages 3+.

Solar Robot Toys

If your child is interested in robotics, you’ll want to snag this kit of Solar Robot Toys. The kit comes with step-by-step instructions for how to build 12 different robots. Recommended for children ages 8-10.

There you have it! I hope this list of science gifts for kids gets you started on your quest to find the perfect gift for the child in your life who loves science!

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