We love science toys, kits, and experiments. They promote extended imaginative play, are a great educational tool, and are so much fun to use! I grew up with a chemistry set our parents invested in and gave us for Christmas. We played for years with the same set, and even had a “laboratory” – hell, we even had membership cards for the kids of the neighborhood!
These kits have been selected to represent different disciplines and levels (you can find the info in each description or bullet list), so there is a nice variety to pick from. They are all hands-on activities and supplies that meet the strictest science standards and get support from real scientists and educators, and they are not just the classical sets but little gems you can easily get from Amazon.
Science kits and experiments make a great gift for older kids and grown-ups alike. Take a look at our selection, and share with us if you had a favorite science toy or kit when growing up!
Best Science Kits:
Math Magic Kit
- Kit includes a keychain calculator
- Fun and educational
Eco Science Toys
- Includes most parts needed and instructions
- Fun and educational
Crystal Growing Experiment
- Complete, detailed instructions
- Fun and educational
- For ages 10 and up
Solar Science Kit
- Construction supplies and complete instructions included
- Fun and educational
Table Top Robot Crab
- Requires 1-AAA battery (not included)
- Fun and educational
- For ages 8 and up
Weather Science Kit
- Complete, detailed instructions
- Fun and educational
- For ages 10 and up
Magnet Science Kit
- Perform 10 fun experiments and games
- Make a Super Power Horseshoe magnet or a Magnet Wand.
- Construct a Super Magnet Racer, a Yacht Compass or a Mysterious Dangler.
- Have great fun playing a Fishing Game or creating a Magnetic Sculpture, and so much more!
Kitchen Science Kit
- Six exciting experiments that use common household ingredients
- Convert your average kitchen into a science lab
- Fun and educational