Excellent reference collections and a valuable aid in identifying and comparing common and rare rocks and minerals. These mounted collections display common minerals and igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks. Specimens are 1/2"-1". Rocks and Minerals Study Guide included. Grades 5-12. Ages 10-18.
This concise introduction to the life of the past as revealed through fossils, is an invaluable and enjoyable guide which includes:
Descriptions of the typical plants and animals of major geological eras
Maps showing where fossils can be found
The history of the development of life on earth
Full-color illustrations
Life of the past as revealed through fossils. 481 illustrations.
Minerals are an important part of everything around us -- from the pencils we write with to the airplanes in the sky. Even the earth beneath our feet is packed solid with these essential building blocks. In All About Rocks and Minerals, children will discover the characteristics of minerals and see how different minerals make up different kinds of rocks: igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic. A visit to a lapidary shop examines some beautiful gemstones, while a fun, hands-on investigation demonstrates how solid crystals can be made from a liquid. Part of the Earth Science for Children DVD Series. A teacher's guide is available online. 23 minutes. Grades K to 4.
36" x 24" full color laminated poster.
Fossils were a mystery for thousands of years; then a few pioneering scientists realized that they were the remains or traces of once-living organisms.
Well-known bone-type fossils are actually rocks, the result of a process called mineralization in which minerals replace decaying tissue. This process is shown and explained. All of the other fossil types are also explored.
The rarity of fossils is dramatically presented, and strange things sometimes mistaken for fossils are identified. There€™s an introduction to fossil expeditions and a summary of how fossils contribute to our understanding of the earth and life on it.
There is an especially helpful section on the relationships between fossils and geology. It covers the principle of original horizontality, the law of superimposition, the principle of faunal succession, the geological time scale, index fossils, relative dating, and absolute dating.
All of this is conveyed through detailed illustrations showing the processes, excellent photographs of representative specimens, and interesting and informative captions. This poster is a great aid to museum interpretive programs and is extremely beneficial in the study of both life and earth sciences.
It€™s time to start mixing things up! In this pretend STEM scenario, you are a chemist for a bath and body products company and it€™s your job to make and test different cosmetic products. Use the tools in your laboratory to employ different scientific techniques and essential chemistry principles to make soaps and bath bombs. Try out different additives to affect the color, smell, and other qualities of the products you make.
Real science and pretend play come together in this activity-filled kit that can be used alone or as an extension of the Ooze Labs Chemistry Station (a Parents€™ Choice Silver Honor winner!). As you mold different glycerin soap shapes, you learn about the chemical properties of soap that help it pick up and wash away dirt. While you€™re concocting bath bombs, you learn about how acids and bases combine to form fizzing reactions, and what a pH level is. Expand your cosmetics knowledge with an overview of the biology of skin care and other science related to soap and bath products. All materials and chemicals are non-toxic.
Ages: 6+
Experiments: 10
Piece Count: 35
Manual Pages: 24
It€™s time to have some yummy gummy fun with this awesome bubble gum making kit! Mix up your gum base and then sweeten it with sugar. Next, use the three included flavors to make your gum more delicious than ever. Choose from watermelon, orange, and classic bubble gum €” or try them all! Finally, cut it up, package it, and label it with stickers to give away as gifts. While you make these yummy treats, you€™ll also learn about the scientific properties of elastic materials. Food ingredients included.
Ages: 6+
Experiments: 5
Piece Count: 10
Manual Pages: 16
Included in this collection are rocks and minerals that break down to become the major components for soils. Samples of actual soils demonstrating texture and composition as end products are included. 15 specimens, 1" x 1/2", number-coded in a compartmented container. Soils packaged in plastic bags. Grades 5-12. Ages 10-18.
Included in this collection are rocks and minerals that break down to become the major components for soils. Samples of actual soils demonstrating texture and composition as end products are included. 15 specimens, 1" x 1/2", number-coded in a compartmented container. Soils packaged in plastic bags. Grades 5-12. Ages 10-18.
Sloping front meters for easy reading. +/- 2.5% accuracy with overload protector and color-coded bar. 4"W x 5.5"D x 3.5" H. External zero adjustment.
Features 3 1/2 digit, 2,000 count display, transistor test, audible continuity, diode test, signal injector, overload protection, pocket-size, low cost. Dimensions: 5" X 2 29/32" W X 1"D. Weight 4.5 oz.
Features 3 1/2 digit, 2,000 count display, transistor test, audible continuity, diode test, signal injector, overload protection, pocket-size, low cost. Dimensions: 5" X 2 29/32" W X 1"D. Weight 4.5 oz.
The manual contains detailed illustrations and explanations of 24 hands-on experiments that can be conducted using the GENECON and the GENECON Kit. Concepts covered range from circuit types to principles of electromagnetism. This is a must-have manual for every science curriculum.
This pre-assembled DC motor is designed for students to learn about electromagnetic forces. The open structure resembles the diagram found in many textbooks. The polarity of the magnets can be reversed to change the direction of rotation. The motor can also be used with a rheostat to observe the change of speed with the change of current. The DC motor can stand vertically or horizontally and operates on a 1.5V battery (not included). It comes in a sturdy plastic storage case with a student activity manual Shipping weight: 11.45 oz., dimensions: 5.5" x 4.5" x 2.5".
Pith balls react sensitively to static charges like those from a charged friction rod or a Van de Graaff generator.
Pith balls react sensitively to static charges like those from a charged friction rod or a Van de Graaff generator.
Pith balls react sensitively to static charges like those from a charged friction rod or a Van de Graaff generator.
The Iron Electrodes can be used for voltaic cells, electrolysis experiments, fruit batteries, etc.
All you need is water, a little sunshine and imagination for hours of fun making photographic type prints, available in 2 sizes. 4" x 4", 10 sheets, 1 acrylic plate and instructions in a lightproof envelope.
Contains 4" x 4" sheets of sunprint paper and an acrylic overlay. This acrylic overlay helps press objects such as leaves flat in contact with the paper to insure a good print.
Developed by educators at the Lawrence Hall of Science, Sunprints encourage an interest in the photographic process using only sun, water, and a bit of imagination.
Place a leaf, flower, or other object on the special paper and set it in the sun briefly.
Then rinse the paper in water and watch as a beautiful long-lasting image appears.
Helps students understand how and why gyroscopes are used for many guidance systems. This is a well-balanced, high quality gyroscope with adjustable bearings. The accessories include plastic gimbals, rocker and pivoting housing. This unit measures 100m x 190mm. Instructions provided.
Useful for demonstrating momentum, conservation of energy and torque! The unit is suspended by two strong cords, which are wound around the shaft of the wheel and then released. The wheel will unwind as it falls but will wind itself back up as the momentum carries the wheel upward in the opposite direction. This oscillation process will continue for several moments as the wheel slowly loses momentum and travels less each time. Instructions included.
Made from plate glass about 1/16" thick. Highly Silvered back.
This 3in x 1in mirror is made from plate glass about 1/16in thick with a highly silvered back.
Made from plate glass about 1/16" thick. Highly Silvered back.
This 4in x 2in mirror is made from plate glass about 1/16in thick with a highly silvered back.
Made from plate glass about 1/16" thick. Highly Silvered back.
This 4in x 4in mirror is made from plate glass about 1/16in thick with a highly silvered back.
Made from plate glass about 1/16" thick. Highly Silvered back.
This 6in x 2in mirror is made from plate glass about 1/16in thick with a highly silvered back.
Made from plate glass about 1/16" thick. Highly Silvered back.
This 6in x 4in mirror is made from plate glass about 1/16in thick with a highly silvered back.
Operating on 1.5 to 6 V DC, this electromagnet lifts up to 3.5kg. A current direction indicator is included for the study of the magnetic field. Shipping weight: 1.0 Lbs., dimensions: 6" x 5" x 2.5".