Science kit deals 2022: Fun & educational science sets

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If you’re looking for science kit deals for kids, you’ve come to the right place. It’s natural for youngsters to be curious about the world around them, and how things work. Indeed, if you’re a parent you’ve probably had to endure your child asking you “why?” constantly since they were old enough to say the word. But this appetite for knowledge is a good thing, and a great way to teach a child about some of the more interesting elements in our world is with a science kit.

Science kits come in various shapes and forms, covering the whole spectrum of scientific learning. Some focus on traditional biology and chemistry, while others deal with robotics, or geology, or even weather systems. Finding the right one will depend on where your child’s interests lie. But in rounding up the best science kit deals, we’ve made sure to include a wide range, so hopefully you’ll find something suitable here.

Science kits come in all shapes and sizes, and so here’s a few more that don’t fit under into any one discipline. How about one that lets youngsters build their own functioning rocket? The Water Rocket Kit lets you build a rocket capable of going 100 feet in the air, and it’s a steal for just $19.98. Or if you’d prefer to stay on the ground, we’ve found a great deal on a Crystal-growing set from Discovery. Watch your own crystals grow in real-time. Mind-blowing.

Let’s face it: chemistry is fun when you’re a kid. The idea of mixing together substances to create something new? It’s almost magical. These chemistry-focused science kit deals are a great place to start when it comes to getting kids interested in science. The hands-on experiments are ideal for kids who prefer to learn through doing. We particularly dig Nat Geo’s Gross Chemistry set, which ingeniously combines gooey grossness with genuine science-based education.

Bringing inanimate objects to life is fascinating, and a great way to get children interested in STEM subjects is to introduce them to basic robotics. We’ve picked out three kids that do a fantastic job of doing so. The Lego Gear Bots kit uses cogs rather than circuits, so it’s a great place for younger kids to start. But the Tin Can Robot Science Kit, which lets you animate a used tin can, is a bargain for just $10.98.

We’d argue that the human body is one of the most important science elements to teach kids. After all, we’ve all got a body, and understanding how it works is fundamental. We’ve gone for two kits each with a very different approach to anatomy. The Squishy Human Body kit from SmartLab is a great way to familiarize kids with the body itself, while the Disgusting Science kit gets them up-close-and-personal with bacteria and bodily functions.

National Geographic Explorer Series Microscope for Kids: $39.99 at Amazon

No deal at the moment, but this set is great value for money even at it's MSRP so we thought it's worth mentioning. This National Geographic microscope is specially designed for the youngest curious minds. Suitable for ages three and up, it’s got a robust, chunky build quality and features extra-large focus wheels, easier for smaller hands to grab and twist. This is still a fully-functioning microscope, however, sporting up to 400x magnification.

Kim is a UK-based freelancewriter who focuses on Lego, toys and video game-related content. She's the co-creator of GameSpew.com and ThatBrickSite.com, where you'll find most of her work. If she's not building with plastic bricks, playing a video game, or writing about doing either of those things, you should probably check she's still breathing. You can find her on Twitter at @ichangedmyname.

Science kit deals 2023: Fun & educational STEM sets on offer at Amazon, Target, and more

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