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Nature Toys
This deluxe rock collection for classrooms set of 50 number-coded loose 1" specimens is ideal for classroom use for all earth science studies. A great variety of rocks & minerals for your students to handle.
Ages 8+
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Make bug catching a breeze with this giant net, featuring a long handle. This deluxe butterfly net is collapsible.
Ages 11+
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Kids can observe bugs close-up with this exciting kids bug catcher.
Ages 5+
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This hands-on rock collecting starter kit is designed for kids who love rocks! It comes with all the tools they need for exploration, in one convenient carry-all.
Ages 8+
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Find the remains of ancient life hidden in rocks with the Paleontologist's Backpack Kit. Kids will learn what fossils are, how they form, how to find them & where to look! Then they excavate & study fossils using the included paleontology tools.
Ages 8+
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Encourage nature exploration from a young age with this backpack kit for kids! This starter nature backpack kit comes with age-appropriate tools to help kids get the most out of the outdoors - starting in their own backyards.
Ages 5+
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This deluxe insect collecting kit includes our very best entomology supplies, including insect pins, a pinning block, an insect net, an exhibit case & more!
Ages 8+
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This item only ships Economy or UPS to a street address in the 50 US states.
Hey there, rock hounds! Use this 15-specimen Rock Study Kit for endless hands-on testing and observation. Inside, you'll find number-coded, 1" specimens of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rock.
Ages 7+
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This is a professional quality insect net designed especially for kids and beginning collectors.
Ages 8+
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With the Thames & Kosmos Ultralight Airplanes kit, as young as 8 year old kids can build five experimental gliders while learning all about the physics of flight. Find more product details in the product description below!
Ages 8+
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This Clean Water Science kit allows kids to explore ways of reusing water. They will filter dirty water to make it clean, experiment with distillation to make clean water, and use solar energy to purify water.
Ages 8+
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Although they look like ordinary rocks, geodes are often full of beautiful crystals. Using the instructions & rock pick inside this deluxe kit, crack open 10 medium-sized geodes and discover the crystal formations inside!
Ages 10+
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The Kids Nature Backpack Kit gets kids off the couch, outside, and exploring! This complete kids nature explorer set is toteable, affordable, educational & fun. Turn every trip outdoors into a memorable learning adventure.
Ages 7+
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Get rock & mineral samples (15 of each) and tools to inspect them in one boxed set. Rock & mineral samples, magnifier, nail (hardness) & streak plate (color) included. Kids can handle, test & study rocks & minerals!
Ages 10+
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The Smithsonian Mega Science Lab provides a general science inquiry with six fun projects in one box!
Ages 8+
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This Butterfly Garden habitat kit lets you observe Painted Lady caterpillars for about three weeks as they mature, change into chrysalises, and finally, emerge as beautiful butterflies. Coupon to redeem butterfly larvae included.
Ages 4+
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When you redeem the coupon for butterfly larvae, there is an additional $7.95 charge from the supplier. Larvae can only be shipped in the contiguous 48 US states and to Alaska.
Experience metamorphosis with this butterfly pavilion kit. Includes a 23" tall pop-up habitat perfect for classroom or home use. Redeem the included coupons for a total of 10 caterpillars!
Ages 4+
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When you redeem the coupon for butterfly larvae, there is an additional $9.95 charge from the supplier. Larvae can only be shipped in the contiguous 48 US states and to Alaska.
Hatch these fascinating triops, or "dinosaur shrimp," and watch them swim, eat, and grow to 1-3" long in just 30 days.
Ages 6+
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This versatile habitat makes a great aquarium or is ideal for housing small species of the animal kingdom, such as frogs.
Ages 8+
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Find out about the key role of DNA as you do the cool projects in this kit.
Ages 9+
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This highly portable Orion StarBlast 6" Telescope provides great astronomical views that are usually only achieved with larger telescopes. Its portability and ease-of-use even makes it an excellent beginner telescope!
Ages 8+
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This flower press kit rolls science & art into one! If you love crafting, flower pressing is a wonderful hobby to learn - and this kit makes it easy to get started. Includes a beautiful wooden press, instructions, and more!
Ages 8+
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Kids will have a great time collecting bugs in their backyard and beyond with this insect and and butterfly net.
Ages 4+
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Get an inside look at the human skeleton with these computer-enhanced x-rays.
Ages 5+
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You just need water, sunshine, and a little imagination for hours of fun making photographic-type prints with this Sunprint Kit.
Ages 6+
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Watch root veggies grow from seed.
Ages 6+
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Discover the world of the ladybug beetle with a habitat kit, including a coupon to redeem ladybug larvae.
Ages 4+
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When you redeem the coupon for ladybugs, there is an additional $7.95 charge from the supplier. Larvae can only be shipped in the contiguous 48 US states and to Alaska, but excluding Oregon.
Our Small Sunprint Kit is the perfect way to enjoy a sunny day! Make fun and easy photographic-type prints with water, paper, sunshine and a little bit of imagination. Watch your creativity come to life in a few minutes.
Ages 4+
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The Day 'N' Night Ant Factory packs HUGE learning into watching tiny ants! Watch ants work 24/7 with a nutrient-rich ant farm gel that doubles as food and color-changing LEDs that light up the night.
Ages 7+
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When ordering ants, you pay an extra charge starting at $4, with several options available. Ants Alive can't ship to Oregon or Hawaii or during winter months.
Study mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and birds with this x-ray set.
Ages 5+
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See how the parts of the brain work together as you assemble this economical, 31-piece model.
Ages 8+
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Witness the wonder of the butterfly life cycle with this deluxe Giant Butterfly Garden kit. Coupon to redeem butterfly larvae included.
Ages 4+
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When you redeem the coupon for butterfly larvae, there is an additional $7.95 charge from the supplier. Larvae can only be shipped in the contiguous 48 US states and to Alaska.
This set contains copies of real broken bones x-rays.
Ages 5+
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Make a battery out of mud! This kit harnesses electricity that is released by common micro-organisms to create memorable learning experiences.
Ages 8+
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This 31-piece torso model helps students visualize how human organs fit together! Includes all major organs, a rib cage, a cross-section view of the head, and comes with a stand & assembly guide. Assembled size is 4.5" tall.
Ages 8+
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“We got this for our neighbor's birthday when she turned 39. It's not just for kids! She flipped out she was so excited. The caterpillar voucher is easy to redeem and they arrive quickly. All 5 caterpillars survived. She LOVED watching the whole process up closely.”
— Katie L.
“I got this product for my son for Christmas And he LOVES it! He loves looking at the exotic x-rays! You could even see what the animals had eaten! AWESOME KIT!!!”
— Sandi B.
“My children loved watching the lady bug larvae eat and explore this habitat. Once they changed into pupas they couldn't wait to see them emerge as adults. We love that the ladybugs are pink, and not what we would usually find in our yard. Makes a great gift!”
— Angel
Elevate your kids' playtime with unique and engaging nature toys that encourage exploration and make the most of the great outdoors! Nature toys are the perfect choice for curious learners who love outdoor adventures, as well as those who may need a little inspiration to step outside.
Our carefully curated selection of bestsellers and nature gift ideas serves as your ultimate gift guide. Kids will be thrilled by the possibilities that unfold with our wide array of nature and outdoor toys. From life cycles to plants and soil, rocks and minerals to the moon and stars, our nature toys, kits, and tools impart valuable lessons about the world around us.
Unlike traditional chemistry kits or physics sets, nature toys offer freedom, improvisation, and abundant outdoor play opportunities. This makes them ideal for young kids or those who may be hesitant about science exploration.
Discover the joys of:
Butterfly Net, Magnifying Glass/Magnifier, and Educational Insights' Ant Factory: Invigorate outdoor play by exploring the critters that crawl, fly, and roam in the natural world.
Life Cycle Replicas (Butterfly Garden or Frog Growing Kit): Witness growth and metamorphosis firsthand with captivating life cycle replicas.
Geology Kits: Encourage earth investigation and hands-on exploration with kits that let kids play in the dirt.
Backpack Adventure Kits and Field Guides: Inspire hands-on discovery, imaginative play, and enriching pretend play with these adventure-inspired kits.
Sunprint Kit: Combine art with science as kids create beautiful prints using the power of the sun.
Collection of Seashells: Display seashells in a DIY mount for a visually stunning exhibit. Don't forget to closely inspect rocks and seashells with a Geosafari Jr. microscope!
Nature toys not only provide engaging science and nature experiences for kids but also encourage and support STEM learning in various ways. Discover which nature toys are on your children's wishlist and make playtime an educational adventure today!
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