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Pocket Microscope
$19.95
This pocket microscope is perfect for budding biologists, or those who want to explore the world in more detail. With a 20x - 40x zoom, even the smallest item is easy to get sharp and in view. The microscope comes with 2 blank slides, instruction leaflet and batteries are included.
Pocket Volcano
$9.95
Perform your own 'volcanic eruptions' on the tabletop, in the bath or even inside a glass. It's an awesome science gadget that will captivate your attention.
For ages over 5
Raccoon on the moon book
$19.95
A lively story with humorous illustrations, ideal for children who are beginning to read for themselves, or for reading aloud together. With simple rhyming text and phonic repetition, specially designed to develop essential language and early reading skills. Guidance notes for parents are included at the back of the book.
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
Science - Educational Box Set
$24.95
Discover the scientific wonders of the world with this fun-filled introduction to science. This set introduces you to the basic principles of biology, chemistry and physics by providing a captivating insight into a variety of scientific ideas, ranging from the periodic table to the study of genetics.
Scratch and Sketch Constellation Activity Book
$24.95
Scratch the white outlines with the wooden stylus to reveal rainbow swirl or glittery foil beneath. Trace the constellations to make them magically sparkle just like stars!
It's amazing to look up at the night sky and see millions of stars. You might see groups of stars that form the outline of familiar shapes, like a dog or a dolphin. Star shapes are called constellations, and there are many famous ones named after ancient legends and mythical creatures. Learn about these cosmic creations as you trace them with the handy wooden stylus!
Scratch Book Contains:
- 10 black coated gold or silver glitter pages
- 10 black coated colourful swirl pages
- 20 drawing and descriptions of constellations
- 20 extra pages for doodling
- Wooden stylus for drawing
Scratch and Sketch Outer Space Activity Book
$24.95
Scratch and Sketch across the stars! Learn why the Moon shines, what the Sun is made up of, and what happens during an eclipse. Meet the planets that make up the solar system. Follow the life cycle of a star. Glimpse the mysterious black hole at the center of our galaxy. And check out incredible things that you can see for yourself in the night sky! Use the included stylus to uncover sparkles and colours as you trace and draw.
Scratch Book Contains:
- 10 black coated gold or silver glitter pages
- 10 black coated colourful swirl pages
- 20 outer space pages that take you on an epic space journey
- 20 extra pages for sketching and doodling
- Wooden stylus for drawing
Scratch Globe
$99.95
Itching to Travel?
Scratch it
Featuring a top layer of removeable foil. Personalise your globe as a record of your travels and proudly display where your adventures have taken you.
Scratch Map Travel Edition
$34.95
Reveal a world of colour
Scratch Map Travel Edition is the on-the-go version of the original Scratch Map. This travel-sized map features a removeable foil layer that can be used to record everywhere you've been.
Document all of your travels
Record your thoughts and experiences along the way using the 'travel log' on the back of your Scratch Map Travel Edition. It's the perfect travelling companion for every epic adventure.
Size: 42cm x 29.7cm
Selfie at The Dish Mug
$14.95
A "selfie" taken by aliens on their most recent visit to "The Dish". Yours to show off on a mug. Artwork by M. Marshall.
Selfish
$29.95
You and your former friends are floating in space and your oxygen supplies are running low. Only the first back to the ship will survive.
This devious strategy game is a race through the vast and dangerous void of space to be the first to reach the spaceship. Attempt to move closer toward survival while desperately preserving your oxygen supply and simultaneously sabotaging your fellow astronauts.
Do you have what it takes to survive in space, and better yet, make sure you're the only one that does? Meteorically selfish and ruthless behavior will be needed to survive against wormholes, asteroid fields, laser blasts, and most dangerous of all, each other!
Silver plated Dish Coin
$4.95
A silver plated souvenir coin in a clear protective capsule
Soft Clemmy Space Rocket
$39.95
An original Rocket shaped toy including Soft Clemmy blocks and cute Bear character to play with, build, explore and go on lots of adventure. The textural features and soft elements of the space rockets help your child to develop their manual skills and improve hand-eye coordination. Soft Clemmy is made from high quality, completely safe materials.
For Ages 10-36 Months
Solar System Colouring Book
$14.95
Children will have hours of fun with this colouring book, filled with far-out art of our solar system! Sturdy colouring book features 35 pages of outer space colouring pictures, with bold, one-sided printing on high-quality paper.
Space Discovery Sticker Activity Set
$14.95
Blast into space with this curious collection of out-of-this-world spacecrafts, shooting stars, and astronaut pals! The vast expanse of space stretches out across a four-panel foldout play scene. Fill the starry sky with planets, rockets, and asteroids from over 100 intergalactic stickers. On the reverse side, complete the scene and gear up the spacecraft for interstellar exploration.
The double-sized foldout measures 34 inches when opened and comes with over 100 repositionable stickers to decorate the front and back.
Not for children under 3 years.
Space Exploration
$49.95
Build and paint your own Solar System planetarium model, construct a space projector and enjoy a spectacular space themed slide show. Decorate your room with a giant Solar System poster and glow stars. This science kit is ideal for budding young astronomers.
Contents:
- 1 solar system planetarium assembly set ( includes 1 set 3D solar system plastic planets, 1 set stand and rotating arms, 9 steel bars, 1 strip of paint pots, 1 glow paint, 1 Saturn ring template and sandpaper )
- 1 space projector assembly set ( includes 2 cases halves, 2 focusing rings, 1 battery case cover, 2 convex lenses, 11 screws, 1 support, 1 LED holder , 2 terminal caps )
- 40 glow stars ( 2 sizes )
- 1 set space projector slides ( 12 slides )
- 1 Solar System poster ( 59cm x 42cm )
- 8-page instructions booklet.
Also required but NOT included in this kit: 3 x 1.5V AAA batteries and a small crosshead screwdriver.
Space Maze
$9.95
Can you guide the ball through the maze, from the blazing star into the black hole? How many different ways can you find?
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?
Space Torch Projector
$14.95
Shine the Torch Projector on your wall or ceiling and project the selected image up to 90cm wide. Includes keychain, so you can take it anywhere.
Contains 24 images over 3 interchangeable discs.
Spaceship Acrylic Light
$24.95
This retro-inspired rocket will add a touch of intergalactic magic to any room. Simply plug the cord into any USB power source to illuminate the stylized white outline with super-bright multi-coloured 'neon-style' light.
Size: 15 x 4.6 x 15 cm
Includes 2m USB cord with switch
Spy Science - Detective Forensic Tool Kit
$34.95
Discover your inner detective with this forensic tool kit. Conduct crime-scene investigation with this the fingerprint collecting tools and identify suspects with the identikit projector.
Contents:
Includes everything needed to assemble an identikit projector, with dimensions of 14cm/5.5 inches. It features projector films for creating various suspect facts. Fingerprints collection tools include a stamp pad, dusting powder and brush, fingerprint collection pads, sticker tapes, fingerprint record cards, a magnifier and detective ID card. All stored in a convenient storage case. Also required but not included in this kit: A small crosshead screwdriver, 3x1.5V AAA batteries.
For ages over 8
Stepping Into Science
$59.95
Begin a lifetime of scientific investigation and understanding with 29 fun experiments in five key areas: nature, physics, chemistry, air, and water.
Learn what plants need in order to grow, observe the clouds, see how water climbs, watch plants sweat, and investigate plant propagation. Discover how a magnifying glass enlarges, how colours mix, how static electricity attracts, how sundials tell time, and how a motion picture works. Investigate air pressure, air flow, hovercraft, paper airplanes, and suction. Write secret messages, float a paper clip, blow super bubbles, observe capillary action, and test displacement. Build a soap-driven boat, mix oil and water, experiment with evaporation, paint with sugar, and watch colours separate.
With a 48-page illustrated guidebook, Stepping into Science teaches science fundamentals with step-by-step, hands-on experiments, while also introducing children to the scientific method itself.
Sticker - #lovethedish
$4.95
Suitable for EXTERIOR or INTERIOR application. Ideal for car windows, car bumpers, Caravans, boats, bikes, helmets, sporting equipment, book, bags, etc. Ensure surface is clean, smooth and dry.
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 Crazy Scientist - Forces & Energy
$14.95
Forces & Energy
Do you think bottles can be telepathic? Have you ever seen a dizzy marble? Or an acrobat egg? Do you think a bridge made of paper can be strong? All of these are just a few examples of the exciting science tricks in this kit, all using common household materials.
Within this box you'll find 20 cards, each contains a real science trick that has a simple and yet clever scientific explanation.
All science tricks were designed for children aged 6 and above. Some magical tricks require adult supervision where indicated.
The crazy scientist series was created by a joint venture of one really crazy scientist and the purple cow. A combination bound to end up with lots of fun. our crazy scientist spent over 10 years enriching kids with the love of science and for this set she chose some of the most amazing tricks ever!
The Crazy Scientist - Indoor Science
$14.95
Indoor Science
Science is around us, everywhere and all the time. Within this set of science tricks you'll find amazing surprises in the kitchen, living room and really.... everywhere. How can you create ice without a fridge? How can you build a hovercraft? Can you peel an egg and leave it in one piece?
Within this science tricks box you'll find 20 cards, each containing instructions on science experiments using materials that can be found in every house. Each trick has a simple, yet clever, scientific explanation.
All magic tricks were designed for children under 6 and above. Some magic tricks may require adult supervision where indicated.
The crazy scientist series was created by a joint venture of 2 crazy scientists and the purple cow. The crazy scientists spent over 10 years enriching kids with the love of science and for this set - chose the most amazing tricks ever!
The Crazy Scientist - Kitchen Science
$14.95
Kitchen Science
Did you ever see a raisin elevator? Can you lift a jar full of rice with a single skewer? Ever seen a green sunny side-up egg? Can you insert a skewer to a balloon without popping it? All of these are just few examples of the exciting science tricks in this kit, all using common household materials.
Within this box you'll find 20 cards, each contains a real science trick that has a simple and yet clever scientific explanation.
All science tricks were designed for children under aged 6 and above. Some magical tricks require adult supervision where indicated.
The crazy scientists series was created by a joint venture of one really crazy scientist and the purple cow. A combination bound up to end up with lots of fun. Our crazy scientist spent over 10 years enriching kids with the love of science and for this set she chose some of the most amazing tricks ever!
The Crazy Scientist - Material Adventures
$14.95
Material Adventures
Did you ever see a flying tea bag? Can you make Styrofoam vanish? Did you ever build a flying saucer, or created your own cool homemade kinetic sand? Have you seen colour explosions? All of these are just a few examples of the exciting science tricks in this kit, all using common household materials.
Within this box you'll find 20 cards, each contains a real science trick that has a simple and yet clever scientific explanation.
All science tricks were designed for children aged 6 and above. Some magical tricks require adult supervision where indicated.
The crazy scientist series was created by joint venture of one really crazy scientist and the purple cow. A combination bound to end up with lots of fun. Our crazy scientist spent over 10 years enriching kids with the love of science and for this set she chose some of the most amazing tricks ever!
The Crazy Scientist - Nature Phenomena
$14.95
Nature Phenomena
Do you know why the sky is blue or why is it orange at sunset? Have you ever seen a tornado in a jar? Or rain in a jar? How about a cloud in a bottle? All of these are just a few examples of the exciting science tricks in this kit, all using common household materials.
Within this box you'll find 20 cards, each contains a real science trick that has a simple and yet clever scientific explanation.
All science tricks were designed for children ages 6 and above. Some magical tricks require adult supervision where indicated.
The Crazy Scientist series was created by a joint venture of one really crazy scientist and the purple cow. A combination bound to end up with lots of fun. Our crazy scientists spent over 10 years enriching kids with the love of science and for this set she chose some of the most amazing tricks ever!
The Crazy Scientist - The Five Senses
$14.95
The Five Senses
Can you build a telephone from cups? Can you make a fork sing? Can you create an illusion so that you see a hole in your hand?
Within this science trick box you'll find 20 cards, each containing information on a science experiment that has a simple, yet clever, scientific explanation.
All magic tricks were designed for children 6 and above. Some magical tricks may require adult supervision where indicated.
The crazy scientists series was created by a joint venture of 2 crazy scientists and the purple cow. The crazy scientists spent over 10 years enriching kids with the love of science and for this set - chose the most amazing tricks ever!
The Crazy Scientist - The Magic of Science
$14.95
The Magic of Science
Do you want to become a magician instantly? How do you make water disappear? How do you create a magic spell to make an egg float? How do you glue a balloon to the ceiling without any glue?
Within this magic box you'll find 20 cards, each containing information about a real magical trick that has a simple, yet clever, scientific explanation.
All magic tricks were designed for children 6 and above. Some magical tricks may require adult supervision where indicated.
The crazy scientist series was created by a joint venture of 2 crazy scientists and the purple cow. The crazy scientists spent over 10 years enriching kids with the love of science and for this set - chose the most amazing tricks ever!
The Crazy Scientist - Young Researchers
$14.95
Young Researchers
The world around us is intriguing, we can gain much joy from experimenting with it and learning about it. Can we produce drinking water from plants? Can we create an oven that works solely on solar energy? Can we light a fire under water?
Within this science trick box you'll find 20 cards, each containing information on science experiments that are both fun and educational.
All magic tricks were designed for children 6 and above. Some magical tricks may require adult supervision where indicated.
The crazy scientist series was created by a joint venture of 2 crazy scientist and the purple cow. The crazy scientists spend over 10 years enriching kids with the love of science and for this set - chose the most amazing tricks ever!
The Dish Bottle Opener
$9.95
With a handy magnet on the back, this bottle opener can stay on your fridge as a reminder of your visit to the Parkes Radio Telescope!
Approx. 13CM x 3.5CM
The Legend of the Seven Sisters
$19.95
As you look up into the sky at night you can see many stars.
The Wongutha people of the Eastern Goldfields area of Western Australia tell stories about the stars, explaining how the stars came to be where they are. Some stars are grouped together and have special names.
One of these groups of stars is called the Seven Sisters. The Sisters were beautiful women who used to visit the earth and wander the land. This is the story of why they appear in their position in the night sky.
The Solar System
$24.95
A Thrilling Voyage Through Our Vast Solar System
Our place in space is occupiced by planets, dwarf planet, moons and many more fascinating objects all orbiting our sun. Featuring 30 beautifully illustrated cards, The Solar System is a guided tour of our cosmic neighbourhood, suitable for space enthusiasts of all ages.
Dr Vienna Tran is a medical doctor, writer, musician and space medicine researcher. She spent many nights during her childhood gazing up at the stars and planets. She is researching how humans can stay healthy in space as we explore the Solar System.
The Solar System Floor Puzzle
$24.95
- 48 Extra-thick cardboard pieces
- Easy to clean surface
- Helps develop problem-solving skills
- Fun for ages 3 and up
The Space Wonders of the Universe
$19.95
Discover the space wonders of the universe like you've never seen them before!
With beautiful and detailed illustrations by Jenny Wren, this book will both inform and amaze those longing to learn about the universe and all of its wonders.
The Universe Puzzle - 1000 pieces
$29.95
- Each piece fits firmly together
- Linen-textured surface reduces glare
- Sturdy, premium blue puzzle board
- Full-size poster of finished puzzle included
Puzzle measures approximately 70cm x 50cm
Tjitji Lullaby
$19.95
Tjitji - sleep is a present from a day that was gorgeous.
Tjitji, meaning child in the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara languages, is a beloved ABC Kids Lullaby to sing your little ones to sleep.
With words by Michael Ross and Zaachariaha Fielding of Electric Fields and original artwork by Lisa Kennedy, this board book is a keepsake to be treasured by families everywhere.
Under the Stars: Astrophysics for Bedtime
$44.95
Under the Stars: Astrophysics for Bedtime transports curious kids and inquisitive adults on an incredible journey through the night sky. Explore our solar system from the comfort of your cosy bedroom. Find out why the sky is blue. Fly around a black hole and peer inside! Learn why Jupiter has stripes
When astrophysicists Lisa Harvey-Smith isn't looking skyward, she is answering the smart questions of school kids. Her engaging storytelling in this colourfully illustrated book brings the night sky to life, giving amazing new perspectives to young explorers who are always asking, 'Why?'
Up, Up, and Away Shadow Book!
$24.95
I went to the beach to fly my new kite. I let out the string and held on so tight!
Let little ones wing their way to sleep as they follow the kites journey past a bird, a balloon, airplane, rocket and beyond! Use your flashlight to cast delightful shadow images on your wall or ceiling, befriending the dark as lyrical rhymes take you up, up, and away!
Use a flashlight to shine the images on your bedroom wall!
Ages 3-9
Usborne - Pop-Up Space
$19.95
3, 2, 1, Blast OFF!
Get ready to leave Planet Earth and go on a journey through the solar system. Hold tight - your next stop, SPACE!
Virtuality Glasses
$34.95
Immerse yourself in new worlds with these amazing glasses. Download any compatible VR app, insert your smartphone and be transported. Turn any smartphone into your personal virtual reality device. Virtuality VR Glasses allow the user to adjust the lens focus and headband strap, for clear and comfortable viewing.
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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