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100 Paper Spaceships to fold and fly
$19.95
Children can put their flying skills to the test with this chunky pad of brightly patterned spaceships. Each tear-out, patterned paper sheet can be folded, origami-style, into a flying spacecraft by following the step-by-step instructions included.
12 Metal Puzzles
$19.95
Test Your Brain!
Mind Boggling Fun!
Challenge your brain cells! Separate the puzzles and put them back together.
3D Bookmark
$6.95
This 3D Bookmark is the perfect souvenir to remember The Dish by.
aMaze Ball
$19.95
The aMaze Ball by IS Gifts is a handheld spherical maze game.
All you have to do is get the ball from the top of the maze to the bottom! To start, find the mini ball bearing in the maze and navigate it to the top or bottom of the maze, and into the hole. The ball bearing will travel through the inside of the ball, and pop out of the opposite side, where you can start the process all over again!
Recommended for Ages 8 years+
Astronomy
$14.95
How do astronomers study planets, stars and galaxies? What are rovers and where have they landed? How do different telescopes work? What is a nebula? Beginner readers can find out the answers in this book, along with lots more fascinating facts. Amazing photographs and illustrations are combined with simple, easy-to-read text and a glossary explaining all the specialist terms used. Find out more about astronomy and stargazing online via Usborne Quicklinks, where you can find out what to see and when, as well as see the latest images captured by telescopes and rovers.
Atomic Brain Ball
$9.95
The Squishy Atomic Brain Ball is loads of fun, simply squeeze and watch as the coloured water orbs pop through the outer mesh. This fun sensory toy is a great stress or fidget toy and can also be used as hand strength therapy to increase fine motor skills.
Four fun colours to choose from; green, purple, orange or blue.
Bacteria Farm
$29.95
The Bacteria Farm is a great first biology kit for any budding scientist. Cultivate & observe bacteria from different samples with a variety of experiments.
Recommended ages 8+
Build your own Space Museum
$34.95
Welcome to the Space Museum where you can see amazing objects from across the Solar System and beyond! While you explore, can you help finish off the exhibits to reveal the wonders of the universe?
Get creative and become a space expert with this hands-on STEAM title. Build five stunning pop-ups, including the giant planet Saturn, the famous International Space Station, and NASA's Mars 2020 Perseverance rover.
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.
Charlie Walked on the Moon
$24.95
An amazing true-life cosmic adventure!
Have you ever wondered what it's like to live on the Moon?
Leave Earth behind. Fly through outer space. Feel the exhilaration of exploring another world. Experience the thrill of adventure and the dangers of space flight, from mission launch, to final splashdown.
Join Charlie duke on his amazing adventure to the moon.
Coding and Computer Science Kit
$44.95
Discover the fundamentals of coding and computer science without a computer! Impress your digital native friends with your initials encoded in a cool binary necklace. Race the clock to sort objects by weight, using real sorting algorithms, just like computers do billions of times a day. Make an encryption device to uncover the secrets of ancient and modern message encryption. Write a program to guide a friend through a hidden maze and crack the code to create surprising pixelated pictures.
Cosmic Collection
$24.95
Cosmic Collection is a stunning polished gemstones representing the Sun, Earth and the Moon in this compact desk set.
The Cosmic Collection is represented by:
Sun: Poppy Jasper
Earth: Sodalite
Moon: Rock Crystal
Please Note: Yours will look different as the gemstones used are unique and no two are the exact same.
DK Findout Earth
$19.95
Earth
Have you ever wanted to know which is the tallest mountain on Earth? Or which continent is the largest?
Dk Findout! Earth is packed with surprising facts and amazing pictures. It's a fascinating book filled with big ideas.
Doodle It & Go Erasable Book
$24.95
Perfect for car rides, playdates, long wait in lines, travels and more!
- Lies flat
- Flexible and firm
- Water resistant
- Tactile trim
- Easy wipe
- Reusable
- Mess Free
- Sustainable
Explore Planets
$34.95
Training problems solving skills.
Helps develop:
- Logical thinking
- Finger dexterity
- Sensory development
Fibre Optic Lamp
$19.95
This fibre optic lamp changes colour from blue, green, purple to red.
Three AAA batteries required. Batteries not included.
Forensic Science Kit
$24.95
This Forensic Science kit is written by qualified scientists and teaches the techniques that scientists use every day to solve crimes!
Take plaster casts of shoe prints, extract DNA, analyse inks and create a fingerprint database.
Forensic Science collect evidence and preserve the integrity of the evidence so that it is admissible in court. With this kit our future scientists will be introduced to this fascinating world and gain valuable insights into scientific procedures. And have fun!
List of experiments:
- Take plaster casts of shoe prints and match pattern evidence to suspects’ shoes
- Create a fingerprint database and learn how to lift and analyse a mystery print
- Extract your own DNA
- Use chromatography to analyse and identify different inks.
Freeze Dried Ice Cream
$9.95
Astronaut ice cream is an out of this world treat. Originally developed for space travel, our creamy-sweet freeze-dried astronaut ice cream will give you a taste of outer space right here on Earth!
George's Secret Key To The Universe
$24.95
George never expected to be swept up in a intergalactic adventure. But that's exactly what happens when he and his best friend, Annie, meet a talking super-computer called Cosmos who can send them into space!
But the mysteries of the universe are bigger than they could have guessed. And as well as becoming overnight astronauts and navigating black holes, they must make sure the most powerful computer in the world doesn't find its ways into enemy hands...
Glass Dome Ball
$44.95
Take a look at these Glass Dome Balls. Choose your favourite style.
Please note: Choose a light to go with your Glass Dome Ball
Glass Prism
$9.95
A quality 60-degree acrylic prism allows you to learn to split a beam of light into a multi-coloured rainbow or look through the top bevelled edge to reflect images into wonderful kaleidoscopic patterns. Instructions included.
Glow in the Dark Solar System
$29.95
Take a trip into space with this cosmic glow-in-the-dark activity kit.
Inside you will find everything you need to build and paint your very own glow-in-the-dark solar system, plus glowing ceiling stickers to light up your room, intergalactic scratch art and a giant Solar System poster.
With two jam-packed activity books bursting with fun facts, puzzles and an astronaut's log, get ready to learn, build and create as you race into place!
Glow-in-the-Dark Galaxy Throw
$36.95
Great for sleepovers, gaming, reading, camping, hiding from parents and more!
Ultra soft fleece! Perfect size to take anywhere.
Size: 50x60"/152x127cm
Glowing 3-D Planets
$12.95
Bring the brilliance of the celestial sky into your own room with the 8 glowing planets in our solar system! These planets out-glow all others thanks to our proprietary Glominite formula. Simply apply the reusable adhesive putty to attach planets to your ceiling. Then turn out the lights and marvel at the solar system that you've created!
Go Genius - Maths
$24.95
Grab your passport, fasten your seatbelt and go on the educational trip of a lifetime!
This great fun board game supports Key Stage 1 and 2 teaching and is designed to help and improve children's knowledge of mathematics.
As well as being entertaining and educational, this game is responsibly made with sustainable and recyclable materials.
Travel round the board answering multiple choice questions on everything from addition, subtraction, division and multiplication to shapes, fractions and time!
Try to avoid the spaces that tell you to miss a go, move backwards or do a forfeit!
The more you play Go Genius Maths, the more you learn!
Win the points required to earn a genius stamp in your passport. Them move on to another Go Genius title and fill up your passport with genius stamps.
Contents:
- 1 game board
- 90 question cards
- 18 forfeit cards
- 2 dice
- 4 playing pieces
- Instructions
- 4 genius stamps
- 1 passport
Age 7+ years
Go Genius World
$24.95
Go on a 3-step educational journey with this geography-themed memory game that supports Key Stage 1 and 3 teaching.
- Play the game and win as many pairs of matching cards as possible.
- Study the cards.
- Do the Go Genius challenge.
Anyone who gets five out of five questions correct is a genius and gets to put a genius stamp (provided) in their passport (also provided, for you to personalise).
Them move on to another Go Genius title and fill up your passport with genius stamps.
Contents:
- 36 cards
- Instructions
- 36 questions
- 4 stamps
- 1 passport
Gravity Gunk
$9.95
Includes: 5g Gravity Goo Powder, 1 Plastic test tube with lid, Activity Guide
How to be a Space Explorer
$29.95
Buckle up! How to be a Space Explorer is a practical manual for all aspiring astronauts, packed with jaw-dropping stories from real-life space exploration. Learn how to navigate black holes, slingshot around Jupiter and survive the freezing depths of space. This book will blast you into the stratosphere, so strap yourself in and enjoy the ride.
Incredible But True Space
$29.95
The universe is huge and includes everything in space, from large stars and galaxies to tiny pieces of dust. Learn all about the wonders of space in Incredible But True: Space!
How hot is the sun?
Which planet rotates on its side?
Why does Saturn have rings?
Uncover the mysteries of space, from stars and planets to space travel. Explore the International Space Station, meet the Curiosity rover as it tours Mars, and learn how to observe the night sky in this fun and educational book!
Jumbo Floor Puzzle - Space Explorer
$24.95
48 pieces
3+
Puzzle Size 92cm x62cm
Kids - Abducted by Aliens Shirt
$24.95
Enjoy this 'I was Abducted by Aliens' kids T-Shirt. 100% Cotton.
Colour: Blue
Kids - Abducted by Aliens Shirt
$24.95
A fun t-shirt for children. 100% cotton.
Kids - Be An Astrophysicist Shirt
$24.95
I'm no Princess, I'm going to be an Astrophysicist Kids T-shirt. 100% Cotton.
Kids - Cheeky Space Monkey Shirt
$24.95
Have a look at this Cheeky Space Monkey Shirt.
Kids - Selfie at the Dish Shirt
$24.95
Enjoy this kids Selfie at the Dish T-Shirt. 100% Cotton. Colour Black
Kinetic Infinity Rings
$14.95
This tactical kinetic sculpture is mesmerising to watch and addictive to play with. Made from one piece of electroplated stainless steel, coiled around itself, it will intrigue and amaze, as its springs from flat to 3 dimensional. Roll it up and down your arm for a fantastic sensory experience. Try transferring from one person to another or from arm to arm.
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
Liquifly Water Powered Rocket
$39.95
This kit is designed to demonstrate the principles of thrust, acceleration and jet propulsion. The science behind launching the LiquiFly Water-Powered Rocket is the same as any other rockets - create thrust from water and air. Bam goes the rocket!!
This kit has everything you need is in the kit. Takes approximately 2 minutes to set-up.
Try experimenting with different water levels, and varying the air pressure to test how thrust is affected. Full instructions are provided in each kit - covering safety, set-up and how to really max out your thrust.
Note: Adult supervision is required for this activity. Improper use of this device could cause injury.
Contains:
- bottle
- set of fins
- two valves - low launch valve and high launch valve
- hose
- pump optimised for use with the Liquifly kit
- detailed instructions
Little Astronauts
$19.95
It's time to launch into space and discover all of the planets!
Simply draw a card to discover a planet, and pace it in the correct location in your solar system. The first astronaut to complete their solar system, wins!
Children learn skills like turn-taking, counting and strategy, as well as laughing at each others silly alien impressions! They can also learn simple facts about each planet as they play.
Little Astronauts is the perfect introduction to card games!
Magnetic Brain Teaser Puzzles
$14.95
4 puzzles inside
Number of Players: 1 player
Inside: A variety of 13 different magnets, 2 game boards.
Game objective: To solve the 4 brain teaser puzzles as quickly as possible.
How to play: The game consists of 4 different brain teaser puzzles. Pick a set of magnets of one colour, mix them up and try fit them in the corresponding grid.
Each puzzle consists of 3 or 4 pieces and there is only one way that the pieces can be placed to solve the puzzle.
Magnetic Secret Code
$14.95
Who will break the secret code?
Number of Players: 2
Contents: 2 game boards - one for the code-creator and one for the code-cracker, 60 coloured magnets (6 colours, 10 of each). 60 hint magnets in black and white.
Goal: to guess the other player's secret code (colour and position of each of the magnets) in the fewest number of turns.
Setting up: For the first round, let the younger player be the code-creator. The second player is the code-cracker.
The younger player takes the tin board marked "secret code" as well as a handful of different coloured magnets and holds them so the second player cannot see the code table area. The code-creator set up a line of 4 different coloured magnet using any combination of 4 colours from the 6 colours available, and keeps it hidden from the code-cracker. The code-creator should place the hint magnets (black and white) in the designated area on the game board.
The code-cracker places the coloured magnets on the back of the "decoding table" board.
The game: The code-cracker now begins guessing the secret code by placing one row of coloured magnets in the bottom row of the "Decoding table". After each guess, the code-creator will provide feedback by placing black and white magnets next to each guess in the "Decoding table". The code-creator will place a white magnet indicating indirect hit (i.e., correct colour but incorrect position). A black magnet will be placed for a direct hit (i.e., correct position sand correct colour). Note that there are 4 slots for placing the hints - so for example, if the guess contains 2 indirect hits and 1 direct hit, then the code-creator should place 2 white magnets and 1 black magnet and leaving the fourth slot empty.
Looking back at all the guesses made during the game in the "Decoding table" will help with code-cracker to crack the code faster.
Winning: The winner is the player who guesses the code in the fewest number of guesses.
If the code-cracker didn'6t crack the code in 10 moves, the code-creator wins.
Magnetic Space Mission
$14.95
Its an educational solar system race which is ideal for travelling.
Space Mission
Numbers of players: 2-4 players
The game consists of: 4 spaceship magnets, a die and game board.
Game objective: to win the space mission - landing first on the sun.
Instructions included
Magnetic Stacking Rocket
$34.95
This Magnetic stacking rocket is a wonderful wooden toy can be played with as a stacker and also in pretend play as a rocket.
It comes with 8 chunky wooden pieces which join via safe and invisible magnets. It includes the characters of a spaceman, an alien and a monkey, for a variety of space adventures.
Great for motor skills and pretend play.
Size: 8(W) x 8(D) x 20cm(H).
Ages 18+ months
Magnetic Tangram
$14.95
Tangram is well known as a Chinese brain teaser. This classic game is simple with minimal rules and yet with infinite possibilities. Tangram assists in the development of cognitive skills such as form recognition, problem solving and spatial reasoning.
This game includes: 30 tangram puzzles, 7 'Tan' magnets, a "solution cover" magnet, and a game board.
Numbers of players: This game is suitable for 1 player
Objective: create a defined form using all 7 Tan magnets to match the puzzle image.
Instructions - cover the solution using the "Solution Cover" magnet and try to create the form shown in one of the 30 puzzles using all 7 Tan magnets. For additional puzzles a quick search in Google will provide numerous options.
Math Magic
$24.95
Maths + Magic = TOTALLY AWESOME!
The calculator doesn't lie! But it might be one of the only things in this kit I can say that about... Practice and learn new math skills while impressing your family & friends with cool magic tricks and games.
This kit includes over 15 awesome math magic tricks, including mind reading magic flip puzzles. It comes with a calculator included, so even those who are still learning can get on board.
Great gift to encourage learning AND fun!
Ages: 8+
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!
Nanoblock - Astronaut
$11.95
The original micro-sized building block. Small blocks, big fun. Nanoblock is a micro-sized building block designed in Japan in 2008. Fun to build - attractive to display - interesting to collect. A piece of Nanoblock is the start of infinite creativity.
120 pieces.
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