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Gift wrapping service available
Gift wrapping per item: Save time and make it a surprise!
Code 1itemwrap

An optional service should you require it. The cost is on a per item basis - if this is only selected once within your order we will wrap all of your items into one package.
$2.50 per item
Compass keyring
Compass keyring: Dont get lost!
Code KK105

What can we say, it's a compass in a keyring!
The compass floats in water so you'll always be able to find North.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$3.95
Magnetic floating pen
Floating magnetic pen: Shows magnetic levitation easily
Code LF585

A great little desk toy that doubles as a demonstration for magnetic levitation. Use this as a discussion leader on MagLev trains. Has laser etchings around the pen to enhance effect.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$7.95
Hand powered torch: Electromagnetic induction demo!
Code ST3340
A hand powered torch that works on the principles of electromagnetic induction. Great for alternative energy discussions in class, or just as a spare torch for home.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 6 and up.
$9.95
Magnetic attractions science kit
Magnetic Attractions Kit: Investigate magnetism at home.
Code 75416

Nine separate experiments including making your own compass, attraction and repulsion using various shaped magnets, determination of magnetism within materials, magnetic field viewing. making a fishing game and more. Contains horseshoe, ring and bar magnets, iron filings, compass, paperclips and pins plus full instructions.

For children aged 8 and up.
$12.95
Magnetic bumper cars
Magnetic bumper cars: Magnetic brainteasers
Code TE80953

12 separate magnetic puzzles designed to really test if kids understand how magnetic repulsion and attraction works. The first goal is to get all of the cars onto the board so they don't touch... then the rules change and you've got to sort it out.
Great stuff!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$17.95
Magnetic magic joints: Magnetic construction kit
Code LF929

You see more expensive versions of these magnetic toys everywhere these days. This 18 piece version works just as well as the more costly version, which means that for your money you get more pieces to use! Great for creating understanding on magnetic pole interactions as well for the seeing how many shapes you can make.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$5.45
Magnet rail twirler
Magnetic rail twirler: Classic magnet toy
Code TS1952

An old classic, many of our educators remember this one when they were a kid!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$6.45
Magnetic sculpture: Stack them up!
Code BB364D16

Stack the iron shapes on top of the magnetic base... why cant you go too high, why does the iron pieces become magnetic? An inexpensive version of a classic educational product.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$4.95
Rare earth magnets
Rare earth magnet (large):
Neodymium magnet pair
Code LM1652

Very strong magnets. Made from NdFeB (Neodymium Iron Boron). These are high magnetic energy magnets, used in our hand powered torches (code ST340). Nickel cased to protect the magnets as the material itself is brittle. Sold as a pair
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under. Do not use if you have an artificial heart pacemaker.
$14.95
Snake egg rattlebacks
Snake Eggs: Singing magnets.... also known as Rattlebacks
Code LF909

Reasonably strong magnets that interact with each other when you throw them up in the air. Simple magnetic fun! Classroom discussion starter: why do they make a noise?
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$4.95
Super strong horseshoe magnet
Super strong horseshoe magnet: Holds 85kg.
Code LM1654

Made from very strong ceramic magnets, this magnet can hold up to 85kg! We like this because it works, especially when we've seen so many other 'super strong' magnets that just don't live up to their hype. Corrosion resistant.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$39.95


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