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A selection of fun gifts for your friends and family.
Kids - Abducted by Aliens Shirt
$24.95
A fun t-shirt for kids. 100% Cotton.Kids - Selfie at the Dish Shirt
$24.95
Enjoy this kids Selfie at the Dish T-Shirt. 100% Cotton. Colour BlackKids - Starry Shirt
$24.95
Light up the night with this glow in the dark t-shirt.
100% Cotton
Liquid Timer
$19.95
Liquid timer displays the mechanics of varying liquids in motion. Discover how different densities of liquid travel through the lighter clear liquid.Liquifly Fizz Rocket
$12.95
Flies over 5 metres!
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 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!
Mouse Mats
$19.95
Mouse Mats
- Green Dish
- Red Dish
- Both mats are 21x26 cm
- Strong backing grip
- CSIRO logo included
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.
Nanoblock - Astronaut Pressure Suit
$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.
130 Pieces
Nanoblock - Astronomical Telescope
$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.
70 pieces
Nanoblock - Lunar Module
$44.95
The original micro-sized building block. Not for children under 3 years old. 12+ 1360 pieces.
Nanoblock - Planet Earth and the Moon
$44.95
The original micro-sized building blocks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. 12+ 1030 pieces
Nanoblock - Rocket & Launch Pad
$29.95
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.
610 pieces.
Nanoblock - Saturn v Rocket
$19.95
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.
370 pieces
Nanoblock - Space Center
$19.95
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.
510 pieces.
Nanoblock - Space Center Deluxe Edition
$74.95
The original micro-sized building block. Not suitable for children under 3 years old. 12+ 1560 pieces.
Nanoblock - Space Collection
$9.95
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.
6 to collect. Each packet includes 1 of 6 designs.
Possible Designs are:
- Astronaut
- Astronaut Pressure Suit
- Alien
- Rocket
- UFO
- ISS
Nanoblock - Vixen Astronomical Telescope Porta ll A80Mf
$44.95
The original micro-sized building block. Not suitable for children under 3. 12+ 460 pieces.
Newton's Cradle
$29.95
An educational demonstration of Newton's law of equal and opposite reaction and a classic executive toy.
Note Pads
$6.95
Note Pads
- Pink 'I'm So Dishy'
- Black, Yellow and Blue 'As a matter of fact, the world does revolve around ME'
- 50 pages, lined
- 9cm (W) 0.07cm (H) 15cm (L)
- Pocket sized note pad
On the Moon
$19.95
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to go to the Moon? This beautifully illustrated picture book will take you on a journey to find out. You can fly into outer space, walk on the Moon and take a look at our world from a very, very long way away.
Outer Space
$19.95
Take turns playing cards to create an EVER-EXPANDING GALAXY!
Strategically place your cards to create giant constellations, massive nebulas, supermassive black holes, and more!
Can you find the perfect space to place your cards for an astronomical score?
Outer Space Activity Book
$14.95
Blast off for OUTER SPACE!
Children will have hours of far-out fun with this activity book. It's filled with mazes, word searches, colouring pages, and more!
Featuring 64 full colour pages on high-quality paper.
With over 50 activities -Mases, matching games, sudoku, word searches, far-out facts, word scrambles, and more!
Peep Inside Space
$19.95
If you peep into the night sky and see the Moon and twinkling stars, you're peeping right out into space! Find out what else is out there in this little book.
Pin Art
$29.95
Use this Pin Art to make cool pictures and have loads of fun!
Planet Bracelet
$19.95
Check out this solar system bracelet. Please note this bracelet does come with a matte finish.
Planet Dig Earth
$29.95
Channel your inner geologist to excavate 8 crystals and rocks from the Earth and 1 from the Moon.
Use the wooden mallet, chisel and dust brush included to chip away at the Earth to discover buried crystals and fossils..
Includes:
- Clay Earth with 8 crystals and rocks buried inside
- Clay Moon with a piece of granite buried inside
- Wooden mallet, chisel and dust brush
- Keychain to display one of your crystals
Information and instructions booklet included
Planet Earrings
$19.95
Created with natural gemstone beads.
Please note: The earrings will not look exactly the same as pictured as all stones are unique and different.
Planetarium Easy - Build Astronomy
$24.95
Build your own planetarium and rotate the constellation plate until it matches the date and time. Have the direction you are facing (North, South, East or West) pointed towards you. Then use the chart to find out which constellations you can see in the sky!
Contents:
- Timber parts
- Battery Holder
- Constellation Plate Charts
- Projection cover
- Switch (on/off)
- Screwdriver
- Bolts
- LED bulb
- Double Sided tape
- Instructions
29 pieces. 8+ Ages
Rainbow Pin Art
$19.95
Make an impression and turn everyday objects and yourself into a work of art!
With over 1300 pins, get creative with Rainbow Pin Art. Make a 3D relief of your hand, your foot or your face, or take your favourite toy, and create a rainbow artwork! Pin Art is also great for sensory play, and can assist with self-regulation through tactile, visual and auditory stimulation.
Revolving Desktop Globe
$34.95
Make the world go round, with this stylish desktop accessory.
This contemporary, high-gloss black globe rotates for 30 days on 1 x AA battery and is printed with a stunning silver map of the world. Each rotation takes approximately 14 seconds.
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
Rulers
$6.95
Dish rulers
- Multiple colour options
- 7 Dish photos in the centre
- Measures in centimetres and inches
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.
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!
Sliding Tile Puzzle
$9.95
This space themed sliding tile puzzle is a great brain teaser and will keep the kids entertained. There are 15 moveable tiles.
Space Air Engine
$19.95
Watch the foam ball float and glow in the dark as if it is defying gravity. Perform interesting experiments and learn about Bernoulli's airflow principle.
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.
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