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Celestial Buddies
$34.95
Celestial Buddies is an original line of plush characters each personifying a celestial body occupying our heavens. The Celestial Buddies' "Big Bang" moment occurred after the creator of this miniature stuffed universe saw a documentary series on the Solar System and realized that there were no plush toys depicting our planetary neighbours. So she set to work, and Celestial Buddies is the result.
Color Laboratory
$29.95
Science kit for young researchers
About this kit:
The world around us is intriguing, we can gain much joy from experimenting with it and learning about it. This science kit provides children the opportunity to become real researchers for a few hours and to experiment with their own private laboratory.
This kit focuses on experiments with colours. Children will create an ice ball with colourful tunnels, create colour solutions with a variety of substances and then transform and mix the colours. They'll even get to paint with colourful ice.
This science kit come equipped with the necessary equipment excluding some common household items. It includes a clear guide accompanied with photos of the processes as well as fascinating scientific explanations and facts.
Crystal Craze
$29.95
This kit is a one-stop shop on how to grow different types of funky and glamorous homemade crystals. In one of the most comprehensive Crazy Scientist LAB kits ever, covering 18 experiments, our young scientists will be working with exciting materials such as Copper Sulphate, Alum, Epsom salt and saline solutions.
They will learn about the various types of crystals - why and how they form and eventually create a variety of different shiny and colourful Crystals!
This science kit comes equipped with the necessary equipment excluding some common household items. It included a clear guide accompanied with photos of the processes as well as fascinating scientific explanations and facts.
Eruptions and Explosions Science Kit
$29.95
The Eruptions and Explosions kit is perfect for any budding scientist that loves to get hands on and watch experiments bubble and fizz.
Complete 5 experiments, including launching a rocket, making a volcano, and inflating a balloon without blowing – all using the reaction of bicarbonate and vinegar.
After you’ve done each experiment, you can learn about how volcanoes, rockets and natural forces work with an educational booklet inside. This is the perfect fun STEM learning tool for both girls and boys.
The kit comes with a model volcano, rocket, chemicals, and equipment including protective goggles and gloves.
Kidzlabs Tornado Maker
$24.95
Recycle an empty bottle to construct this battery-operated Tornado Maker. Create a terrific tornado on your table-top! Experience the mighty power of this natural phenomenon. Whoosh!
Set contains base, battery cover, base cover, bottle holder, motor with water-resistant ring installed, propeller, terminal caps, screws, foam ball pack and detailed instructions.
Required but not provided: a small crosshead screwdriver, 1.5V AA battery x 2 and a water bottle.
Age: 8+ years.
Lava Drops
$19.95
Mesmerizing...
At first you might think it is one colour. Be amazed when you flip the Lava Drops over and see the colours reveal themselves. A great sensory experience for children as they calmly watch as the lava floats to the bottom. Flip it over again and again.
Liquid Timer
$19.95
Four cells of brightly-coloured oil which drip and slide up and down between the cells as the timer is turned over, creating multiple squares of translucent colour and providing a fascinating visual experience.
Keep the Multi Coloured Liquid Timer handy for a calming, mesmerizing visual experience.
- Perfect for visual input
- Can be used as a timer for relaxation or transitioning for activities
- Suitable for all ages
- A very popular sensory resource
Magnetic Wonder
$29.95
Science kit for young researchers
About this kit:
Magnets are fun to play with, everyone knows that. But when looking deeper, and getting a real scientific perspective, guess what? They are even more FUN! In this extremely cool kit, you'll get acquainted with different types of magnets including the awesomely strong Neodymium magnet, the weirdest of all "Magnetic Putty", you'll get to build a real compass and create electromagnets and much more.
Over a dozen exciting experiments inside.
Beware, you're about to get magnetized to this kit.
this science kit comes equipped with the necessary equipment excluding some common household items. It includes a clear guide accompanied with photos of the explanations and facts.
Mini Pin Art
$17.95
Put your imagination to the test with this great Pin Art desk toy!
Wherever you are at school, work or home - you can be entertained for hours exploring the limitless sculpture making possibilities of Pin Art.
And it's so simple to use! Just tip the frame so that all the pins touch the perspex, then slide them over any object to create a 3D impression!
Pin Art
$29.95
Use this Pin Art to make cool pictures and have loads of fun!
Revolving Globe
$34.95
Fancy a round-the-world trip, but don’t have the time? Well with this Revolving Globe, it only takes 14 seconds!
With a 30 day spinning life on just one AA battery, The Revolving Globe is the perfect addition to any desk or shelf, and with it’s easy two-part assembly, you’ll be set up to go in less time than it takes to rotate.
Features
- Material:
Plastic
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14-second full rotation
- Detailed map of the world
- Spins for up to 30 days non-stop on one battery
- Requires single AA battery (not included)
- High-gloss finish
Dimensions
14cm x 14cm x 14.2cm
Space Odyssey Pinball
$14.95
This classic handheld pinball game will provide hours of fun, for all ages. To play, load one of the six ball bearings into the launch tube, and get ready for a Space Odyssey! Pull back the trigger to release the ball and send it spinning through space - can land the ball in the black hole to score a 600?
Stars and The Dish Magnet
$9.95
Always remember your trip to the Parkes Radio Telescope with this magnet.
Or keep it as a reminder to cross a visit to The Dish off your bucket list!
Approx. 7.5CM x 5CM
Super Science, Revolting Science and Glow Science kits
$9.95
Does your child love doing experiments and making things? Then this kit is the perfect combo that will keep them entertained for hours!
There are 3 kits on offer. Please make a selection at the checkout.
Magic Sand & Slippery Slime: Experiment with magical sand that stays dry even when it's under water, and make your own slime.
Revolting Science: Gross stomach-churning germs! This kit finds and grows the disgusting lurking around your house!
Glow Science: Glow-in-the-dark powder can be added to all kinds of things around the home to make them luminescent, and add water to special white powder to make it expand into faux snow - it feels just like the real thing! Everything you need is included, just add water! Comes with illustrated instructions, perfect for beginners.
For Ages 8+
The Dish Playing Cards
$7.95
Continue the fun well after your visit to The Dish with these playing cards!
With the instructions to 5 Bonus Games, the fun will never run out!
The Dish Thermometer Magnet
$9.95
Always remember your trip to the Parkes Radio Telescope with this magnet. Keep an eye on the temperature outside in both Celsius and Fahrenheit or keep it as a reminder to cross a visit to The Dish off your bucket list!
Approx. 8.5CM x 5.5CM
The Usborne Little Children's Space Activity Book
$19.95
This fantastic activity book is packed with things to do, so just grab a pen and have fun!
Volcano lamp
$34.95
You'll love watching this fun volcano lamp for hours on end.
Requires 3xAAA batteries (not included).
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