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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
7ft Balloon bag
7ft Balloon bag by Hog Wild: Giant science, giant fun!. Code H10600

These are so cool! Blow these huge bags up and use them like a javelin! Explore aerodynamics; vary the size of the bag and see how far you can throw them. Awesome fun! Colours vary.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$7.95
Twisted wire puzzles
Assorted Wire Puzzles: Science party fun for less!
Code BB352D03

Why pay up to $10 for twisted wire puzzles? These small units allow for the same problem solving at a fraction of the price of the larger models. One puzzle per package.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$0.60
Balloon helicopter
Balloon helicopter: Party bag filler!
Code LF650

Classic party favor that can be used in the science classroom. Good for discussion on Bernoulli or for Newton's Laws. Air is pushed through a channel to the wingtip itself to create the thrust.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$3.95
for 1

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Multibuy
$10.00
for 3
Single

For 3
Balloon powered car racer
Balloon powered car racer toy: Science kit on wheels! Code TS6054

This is a classic science toy for use in the primary classroom. Try different size balloons to measure the distance travelled when looking at your next physical phenomena unit. This alos makes a great Christmas stocking filler - often better received than those expensive toys and presents!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$4.95
Blow your own lasting bubbles
Blow your own 'magic balloons': Simple chemical fun
Code HJ2480

Place a small amount of the substance on the tube and blow... if done correctly the substance will trap the air and expand into little dry balloons, similar to plastic bags in texture.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$1.95
Bonechiller Ice Cube Tray
Bone Chillers Ice Cube Tray by Fred: Chilling science party fun! Code IS2925

We're just having fun! High quality silicon ice cube tray which makes skull and crossbones shaped ice cubes! Science of pirates?
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$12.95
Plastic test tubes
Clear plastic test tubes 16mm x 150mm: Packet of 10
Code A5140

Decorations for the party! Fill with coloured water and place in glasses with ice for a science lab effect.
Clear plastic test tubes with a rounded bottom and no lip. These are plastic - it is sometimes possible for 1 or 2 to break in transit, please allow for this when purchasing. Holds 20mL. Labels and caps not included
Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$6.95
Colour changing mood ring
Colour changing mood ring: Cool party gift!
Code F591

Remember when these first came out? Students always love colour changing chemical reactions, now they can wear one! Great as a gift following a lesson, or can be used to demonstrate heat and chemical reactions. Try the freezer!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$3.95
Coloured flame candles
Colour Flame Candles: Science on the cake!
Code IS1334

These candles are cool; light the wicks and the 5 different candles burn a brilliant and colourful flame for up to 7 minutes. The colours of the different flames are red, orange, green, aqua and pink. Chemists will recognize this as an application of flame chromatography! Flames are smokeless, non-toxic and the candles wont drip.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$6.95
Fly's eye scope
Fly's Eye Scope by Independence Studios: See in bug vision! Code IS1170

Very high quality lens that produces crystal clear images of how an insect compound eye perceives the world. A much better option than using the cheaper, poor quality, party favors to demonstrate this concept. Scope has a rotating head.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$2.95
for 1

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$10.00
for 4
Single

For 4
Flying saucer balloons
Flying saucer balloons by Rabbot Balloons: Spin me around! Code TL7334

For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction... for these balloons they spin around and around as pushes them along. Comes as packet of 4 balloons.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$2.95
for 1

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$10.00
for 4
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For 4
Make your flying wing fly!
Flying wing prop top: Make them take off!
Code HJ2112

We love these. Simply clasp your hands together over the stick and quickly push one hand forward > up it goes! Have students look at the angle of the wing blades and discuss why it rises. You get 2 in each pack. Great fun!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$1.95
for 1

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$5.00
for 3
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For 3
Rave fog machine
Fog Machine by Rave: Create lighting effects at your party! Code AF1214

Get the party started with little beauty.
Try using the fog machine so that kids can visually see air flow (especially with vortex cannons) or sending light beams or lasers through the fog. Some notes:
• 240VAC operation
• 70 cubic metres/min fog output
• 800ml fluid capacity
• Measures 330(L) x 160(W) x 140(H)mm
• Fog juice sold separately (AF-1212).
Of course, using this in a mobile DJ business or at a party or disco could be quite useful.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$99.95
Fog machine juice to suit af1214
Fog Machine Juice: To suit fog machine AF1214
Code AF1212

A one litre bottle for use with our fog machine (AF1214).

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$19.95
Foldable flying disc
Foldable Flying Disc by Science & Nature: Rotational flight in action! Code 5005

A convenient foldable frisbee that can fit in your pocket.
Colours may vary.

For children aged 3 and up. Use under adult supervision.
$4.95
Foldable pocket kite
Foldable Pocket Kite by Science & Nature: Easy to operate. Code 5004

Two side pockets fill with air to make it rise. No need for stays within the kite. Good fun at the beach! Colours may vary.

For children aged 3 and up. Use under adult supervision.
$4.95
Dinosaur shaped ice!
Fossiliced Ice Trays by Fred! Cool dinosaur shaped ice!
Code IS2977

Just a bit of fun for those hot days! All you do is add water and freeze. An amusing party accessory! The tray is made of food grade silicon - try making jelly instead! Colours and dinosaur type may vary.
For children 3 years and under
$12.95
Crunchy Freeze Dried Ice Cream
Freeze Dried Ice Cream: By The Professor's Tasty Technology! Code VANICE

Now this is science! Freeze dried ice cream was originally developed in the 1970's for NASA astronauts. To make it, the ice cream is cooled to -40 degrees Celsius and then warmed and dried in a vacuum chamber. The result? Ice cream that doesn't need refrigeration and ice cream that is light enough to take on space missions as it 98% moisture free. Some cracking of the contents is normal during transport - hey, it makes it easier to eat. Nice!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under. 17g NET.
$4.95
Geyser tube for Mentos and Diet Coke experiment
Geyser Tube for Mentos Experiment by Steve Spangler Science: Awesome science fun! Code 5016

This geyser tube designed by Steve Spangler is the simplest way to make the 'Diet Coke and Mentos' experiment work easily. Creates a fizzy eruption of soda all over the place!
Just remember; it's not about the chemical reaction, it's caused by the physical reaction. Read more on how it works here. You will need to provide the Diet Coke and Mentos.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$6.95
Glow eye glasses
Glow eye glasses by Glotek: Chemiluminescence made fun! Code GAEG

Great for birthday parties or a novel way of demonstrating a chemical reaction!
Small parts: For children aged 5 and up.
Use under adult supervision.

Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$2.95
for 1

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Multibuy
$10.00
for 4
Single

For 4
High bouncing ball kit
High Bounce Ball Kit by Independence Studios: Make your own super elastic polymer
Code IS006

Make 3 multi-coloured high bouncing balls in minutes. Explore elastic collisions and Newton's 3rd Law of Motion. Contents are non-toxic. Store in a sealed container to maintain elasticity.
For children aged 5 and up.
Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$4.95
for 1

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Multibuy
$20.00
for 5
Single

For 5
Insect clicker tin toy
Insect clicker tin toy: Classic fun. Code TS5255

An oldey but a goody. Click the tin to make the insect 'chirp'.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under. Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$1.25
for 1

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Multibuy
$3.00 for 3
Single

For 3
Jumping putty
Jumping Putty: Always good fun.
Code 5001

Putty comes shrink wrapped and stored in individual container. The putty can be stretched, bounced and can work as weak adhesive. Safe and non-toxic.
Investigate it's polymer properties.

Choking hazard for under 3 years. Wash hands after use.
Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$2.45
for 1

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Multibuy
$10.00
for 5
Single

For 5
Diffraction kaleidoscope
Kaleidoscope by Independence Studios: Simple science fun. Code IS1172

Point towards a light source and turn the end to see the colours change.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$5.95
Kidney Dish
Kidney Dish: Serve the birthday party food in these dishes!
Code KIDNEY160

Size 16cm x 8.5cm. Holds 200mL.
Non-sterile. Autoclavable.
For children aged 5 and up.
$3.45
Magic Cystal Tree
Magic Tree: Grow your own Crystal Tree Garden
Code 5002

A simple kit for growing crystals on a cardboard tree. Demonstrates crystal formation and evaporation. Contains the necessary chemicals, cardboard tree, container and instructions to make it happen. Non-toxic ingredients.

For children aged 8 and up.
Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$2.95
for 1

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Multibuy
$10.00
for 4
Single

For 4
60mL Measuring Cup
Measuring Cup: 60mL
Code MEASURE60

Make up jelly cups for party with this small measuring cup .
10mL gradations.

For children 4 years and up.
$0.95
Mega glowstick!
Mega glow stick by GloTek: Chemiluminescence made fun! Code GAMSWY

Great for birthday parties or a novel way of demonstrating a chemical reaction, only on a large scale! Size 14mm x 350mm, i.e. 14 inches.
Small parts: For children aged 5 and up.
Use under adult supervision.

$9.95
Mini spaceships
Mini spaceship by Independence Studios: 10, 9, 8, 7..... blast off! Code A10208

Reminiscent of the old TV series Thunderbirds, these cool little spaceship models make a great gift for those attending the science party.
For children aged 4 and up.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under

$0.95
Mini telescope
Mini Telescope by Science & Nature: Science up and close. Code 5011

Simple telescope that gives clear, sharp images.
Investigate how you need to 'focus' an image by moving the lens.
For ages 3 and up. Keep out of reach of small children
$2.95
'Outback' slime by Independence Studios: Gooey and gross. Code IS5025

Safe and non-toxic, this slime contains a spider replica within it just to make it just that little bit more creepy. Not much science here but still fun all the same.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$2.95
Plastic forceps
Plastic Forceps: Simple dissection tool
Code A5701PA

The kids can dissect their food!
Non-sterile. Autoclavable.
For children aged 5 and up.
$0.95
Hairy pop balls
Pop balls: A classic on storing an releasing energy
Code PF001

Turn the ball in side out to store energy in the ball. Now drop the ball from a height and watch the ball spring back into the air! Great demonstration for potential and kinetic energy at a decent price..
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$3.45
Robot bionic claw
Robot claw by Independence Studios: Bionic claw with ratchet sound effect. Code IS1145

OK, so there isn't too much science here but kids genuinely love using it! Try using the claw to pick up smaller and smaller objects thereby exploring your dexterity or use for discussion on remote handling of hazardous materials or even robotic surgery. Nearly 50cm in length. Good, simple fun.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$9.95
Secret UV Pen
Secret UV Pen: Conceal messages
Code 5006

Write secret messages on paper then make them glow using the UV light provided. Demonstrates principles in fluorescence in materials exposed to UV-A light.

For children aged 4 and up. Keep out of reach of small children.
$3.95
Skull eraser
Skull eraser: Simple party bag gift filler
Code ER04

Yeah, not much science here. Still, people have been asking for stuff like this for birthday kits so here it is! Has a hole to fit it on your pencil.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under. Approximately 200mm long.
$1.00
Small glider: Budget gliders for investigations into flight
Code SLJ011

Simple gliders for less than the cost of an ice-cream!
Try carefully bending the back of the wing to give the plane wings lift.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$0.85
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! Party 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
Snow magic
Snow Magic by Independence Studios: Cool polymer chemistry. Code IS004

A super absorbent polymer that soaks water and 'grows' before your eyes. Feels like real snow! Non-toxic, however it's always best to avoid carpets and fabrics as it may stick and be difficult to remove. can be used over and over again.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 5 years and under
$4.45
Budget spinning top
Spinning Top: Budget top for party bags
Code BBF4426

Simple science toy for showing spinning motion.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$0.45
LED strobe with white light
Strobe with LED lighting: Effects for your class.
Code SL2895 Temporarily out of stock

Super high intensity LED's with the necessary 'lifespan' for use in the classroom, party, disco or for mobile DJ's. Equiped with a sound modulator to respond to music or able to be set at a slow or fast rate. Includes a bracket for positioning. Some notes:
Rectangular 24 x White LED Strobe
*Dimensions: 80(W) x 50(H) x 125(L)mm
NB: Be careful to check for very small percentage of people who suffer from photosensitive seisures.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$49.95
Tumbling bugs with sticky feet!
Tumbling bugs by Independence Studios: Sticky wall bugs that tumble down! Code IS1051

Explore friction as you throw the sticky rubber insects at a smooth surface and watch them fall down! Try different surfaces as an experiment in speed or join several together and see if they work. Don't throw the bugs hard at windows or glass!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$4.95
Touchable bubble solution
Touchable bubbles by Independence Studios: Very strong bubbles! Code IS1002

Blow super strong bubbles that can be touched without popping. Great party fun. Use outdoors.

For children aged 5 and up under adult supervision.
$4.45
Vortex valves
Vortex valve by Science & Nature: Make a tornado in a bottle. Code 5003

Now you can make your own tornado's in a bottle. Designed to connect 2 soft drink bottles together so you can demonstrate how a tornado swirls. Also demonstrates that air takes up volume.

For children aged 3 and up.
Multi-buy cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer.
$3.00
for 1

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Multibuy
$10.00
for 4
Single

For 4
Water snakes
Water snakes: Preschool science and party favors!
Code W109

Very simple liquid filled plastic tubes that are difficult to hold! Investigate movement with young children or just plain party fun!

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$2.50
Water snake with a Christmas theme
Water snake: The Christmas water snake version!
Code IS1149

Squeeze the Christmas themed water snake and try to hold on! Preschoolers and primary school children love to experiment with the tubes - great fun!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$3.00
Wishosaurus by Fred
Wishosaurus by Fred: Having a Roarin' great party! Code IS2938

The prehistoric party animal! This candle holder will hold 7 candles and looks great and is moulded from food safe plastic. Place it on your volcano cake!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$9.95


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