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Anti-gravity Kit: Discovery Science Tube
Code DT101
Demonstrates the 4 basic components of flight; thrust, lift, gravity and drag. Make a balloon-powered helicopter. Operate a dropper popper and find out the simple science behind a super bouncy ball.
Contains full instructions.
For children aged 6 and up.
Contains small parts, keep out of reach of small children.
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$7.95 |
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Australian animal origami: Topological fun!
Code OR003
Fun for your next math lesson. Contains instructions and paper to make an origami platypus, emu, koala, kangaroo or a lizard. Combine with dinosaur origami set and you'll be busy for ages.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under. For children aged 4 and up.
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$9.95 |
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Australian animal stamps: Self-inking animal track stamps
Code 75704
Show your students the differences in the tracks made by Kangaroos, Koalas, Wombats, Echidnas, Emus and the Tasmainian devil. Sold as a set of 6, the roller end stamps out the footprints and the base end stamps out the animal. Teachers: take out the picture of the animal and have students guess which animal they have.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 8 and up.
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$6.45 |
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Australian Dinosaur Painting Kit: Paint 1 of 4 dinosaur replicas
Code 75701
Paint 1 of 4 Australian dinosaur replicas; Allosaurus, Leaellynasaura, Minmi and Muttaburrasaurus. The kit contains a polyresin dinosaur replica approximately 15 cm long, 2 paint brushes and set of paints. Paint to the suggested designs or create your dinosaur colouration, it's up to you!
For ages 4 and up.
Choking hazard, keep out of reach of small children
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$9.95 |
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Blob Kit: Slime Making 101
Code: 75401
A series of simple experiments designed to introduce children to the concept of polymerisation, a process that produces much of our plastics and rubbers today.
Also discussed are properties of matter; what is makes a material a 'liquid' or a 'solid', can materials show both qualities?
Contains polymer ingredients, equipment. and instructions.
For ages 10 and up. Store out of reach of small children.
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$9.95 |
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Blue Litmus paper: 8 books of 25 = 200 per pack
Code LTPBC
Blue litmus paper will turn red in the presence of an acid.
Use under adult supervision
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$10.00 |
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Compact Bug Jar: Get up and close with insects!
Code KA7431
Catch, carry and view bugs and other insects at 2X magnification, then use the second lens to view the specimen closer at 4X magnification.
Teachers: Great for expanding the living things unit.
For children aged 3 and up. Use under adult supervision.
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$5.95 |
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Crystal Wonder Kit: Grow your own crystals
Code 75403
Grow crystal clusters in your own home.
Why are crystals different sizes? What makes crystals form? Introduces children to physical chemistry in a fun yet educational way. Contains Monoammonium phosphate, equipment and instructions for other types of crystal making.
Only for children aged 10 and up.
Store out of reach of small children.
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$9.95 |
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Dig it out Dinosaur skull: A realistic dinosaur dig site replica.
Code 5026
Dinosaur fossils are rarely found intact. Often pieces lie scattered around the dig site, whereby paleontologists have to carefully check through the dig site for all fossil remains. The plaster block is designed to emulate a real dig site, where students firstly remove the bone fragments and then piece the skull together to be mounted for display. A great lesson or just good fun!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
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$9.95 |
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Dinosaur Discovery: Mould and Paint your own Dinosaur
Code 75413
Fun paleontology at home! What is the difference between a cast and a mould? Find out more about Dinosaurs.
Contains Plaster of Paris, set of paints and brush, mould of a dinosaur skeleton, full instructions, plus a PC compatible disc with a wealth of information on dinosaurs and links to the best dinosaur websites: Melbourne Museum, QLD Museum and the British Natural History Museum.
For Ages 7 and up. Avoid inhaling gypsum powder
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$9.95 |
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Dinosaur Excavation Kit: Become a Paleontologist!
Code 5020
Use techniques used in fossil excavation to uncover your own fossil replica in plaster!
The kit contains 1 of 8 different dinosaurs replicas you can collect. Contains a plaster block, digging tool, brush and instructions.
For children aged 8 and up. Avoid inhaling gypsum powder
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$9.95 |
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Dinosaur Nest Excavation Kit: Expose dinosaur babies!
Code 5021
Using the tools provided, carefully expose one of three species of dinosaurs breaking out their shells. The kit contains 1 of 6 dinosaur replicas you can collect. Contains a plaster block, digging tool, brush and instructions.
For children aged 8 and up. Avoid inhaling gypsum powder.
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$9.95 |
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Dinosaur Origami: Fun topology!
Code OR005
Taking origami into the science and maths classroom! Make origami interesting by constructing a paper Stegosaurus, Plateosaurus, Hypsilophodon (similar to Ankylosaurus), Yangchuanosaurus shangyouensis (similar to Allosaurus) and Omeisaurus tianfuensis (similar to Apatosaurus). Comes with instructions and paper.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under. For children aged 4 and up.
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$9.95 |
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Dinosaur snap: Learn your dinosaurs off by heart
Code LL326
Learn more about dinosaurs, pairing herbivores or carnivores together, skeletons with enitre pictures and word matching. 52 cards. For children aged 5 and up.
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$8.95 |
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Electricity Lab Kit: Discovery Science Tube
Code DT104
Construct a simple battery from the kit components that can make an LED glow. Good introduction to electrochemistry.
Contains full instructions.
For children aged 8 and up.
Contains small parts, keep out of reach of small children.
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$7.95 |
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Expanding bunny optical illusion: Mind boggling
Code IS1080
Optical illusion toy that really is attention grabbing! Spin the disc and concentrate on the centre of the spiral - then look at a fixed object like the enclosed rabbit toy. A great starter for a lesson on the retina and perception, or just a way to mess with your mind! Teachers: this works as a Benham's disc demo as well. For children aged 5 and up. Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
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$9.95 |
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Expanding goldfish optical illusion: Fantastic illusion!
Code IS1081
Smae illusion as the bunny above! Spin the disc and concentrate on the centre of the spiral - then look at a fixed object like the enclosed goldfish toy. A great starter for a lesson on the retina and perception, or just a way to mess with your mind! Teachers: this works as a Benham's disc demo as well. For children aged 5 and up. Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
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$9.95 |
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Experilab Sea Pets: Brine shrimp breeding for beginners
Code EX3108
Breed your own brine shrimp (some people use the common name 'sea monkeys'). If you're careful, you might be able to establish a self sustaining colony. Good starting point to discuss biological adaptations to changing water levels in aquatic communities. You will need to supply mineral water, 1 litre bottle and magnifier. For children aged 7 and up.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
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$9.95 |
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Experilab Super Bubbles: Create giant professional bubbles! Code EX3112
Want to be able to create giant bubbles? This super bubble concentrate will do the job nicely! Makes up to 1 litre. You will need to supply a container, string, 1 wire clothes hanger, straws and a shallow tray to complete the experiments.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under. For children aged 7 and up.
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$9.95 |
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Filter Paper Circles (100 pack): 11cm Diameter
Code FP11-102001
Qualitative filter paper for a variety of chemical investigations.
Simple experiment: Vinegar + milk forms a curdled mixture that can be filtered to leave hardened casein (a natural plastic).
For children 6 years and up.
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$5.45 |
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Flashing Klicker Balls: Every action has an equal and opposite reaction. Code LFSA0407
Remember Isaac Newton's 3rd Law of Motion? This toy demonstrates it quite nicely as well as throwing in the Law of Conservation of Energy to boot! Basically a robust version of a Newton's cradle, but much better for classroom environments!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under. For children aged 4 and up.
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$6.95 |
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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.
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$7.95 |
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Geyser Tube for Mentos Experiment: Awesome 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.
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$6.95 |
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Glass prism: See the full colour spectrum
Code 5013
Split light and see the full visible spectrum of light.
Made of optical glass rather than plastic, the spectrum produced is clear with strong colours.
Measures 50mm long and 22mm high. Handle with care.
For children aged 10 and up.
Use under adult supervision.
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$7.95 |
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Jelly Brains Kit: Human anatomy made fun!
Code 75415
Our ability to solve complex problems comes from our highly developed cerebrum... the grey matter in the picture! This kit contains a jelly mould in the shape of the human brain as well as jelly crystals and instructions.
Lesson plan for teachers: Human Evolution.
Brain volumes have increased over time. Why?
For children aged 6 and up.
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$9.95 |
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Magnet Motor Kit: Discovery Science Tube
Code DT109
Build the world's simplest electric motor.
Contains full instructions. You will need to purchase 2 x 1.5V batteries to power the motor. Contains full instructions.
For children aged 8 and up.
Contains small parts, keep out of reach of small children.
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$7.95 |
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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.
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$5.45 |
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Maths snap: Test your maths skills!
Code LL312
Learn more about basic maths; pairing division, multiplication, addition and subtraction questions and answers together. 52 cards. For children aged 7 and up.
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$8.95 |
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Mega glow stick: 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.
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$9.95 |
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Mini Electronic Lab: Discovery Science Tube
Code DT106
Make an electromagnet with a working switch. Construct a dimmer switch and test it on a light globe. Contains full instructions. You will need to purchase 2 x 1.5V batteries to power the experiments.
For children aged 8 and up.
Contains small parts, keep out of reach of small children.
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$7.95 |
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Mini Magnet Kit: Discovery Science Tube
Code DT107
Contains different magnets, mettalic objects and iron filings. Use magnets to physically separate mixtures, make a magnetic fishing game, make a magnetic nail and make a magnet float. Contains full instructions
For children aged 5 and up.
Contains small parts, keep out of reach of small children.
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$7.95 |
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Moon Ball Kit: Make a High Bounce Ball that Glows
Code 75410
Astronomy and chemistry combined. Make a high bounce 'moon' that glows in the dark and bounces. Once made, you can read about luminescence, how the moon affects the tides and previous lunar superstitions. Contains a polymer powder, ball mould, spoon, bags & instructions. Ball diameter is 63mm.
This kit is no longer in production. Only 2 left in stock!
For children aged 7 and up.
Store out of reach of small children.
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$9.95 |
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Motor Action Kit: Safe, solderless, educational and fun
Code MAX902M
AVAILALABLE IN SEPTEMBER
Build your own operating motor. Wind your own wire to build a rotor and stator, the heart of any rotary motor; converting electrical energy into kinetic (moving) energy using electromagnetism. Make a your fan! Includes all necessary equipment and an easy to read operating manual.
Requires 2 AA 1.5V batteries, not included in the kit.
For children aged 8 and up
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$9.95 |
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Music box: A classic demonstration on vibrations
Code DZ380
Wind the handle and watch the small metal keys pluck away at the rotating cylinder spokes - creating the Australian tune 'Waltzing Matilda'. Place it on a solid table, the vibrations are amplified throughout the table... thereby the sound is louder. Take it off the table and the sound is quiet. A great starter on the speed of sound through solids vs gases or just another way of demonstrating a simple machine.
For children aged 5 and up.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
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$9.95 |
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My first colour and shape snap: Maths for early learners
Code LL301
AVAILALABLE IN SEPTEMBER
A great little deck of cards designed to promote colour and shape recognition for preschool aged children. There are two snap games, one matching colours and one matching shapes. Younger players can match either.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children under 3 years
For children aged 3 and up.
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$8.95 |
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My First Number Snap: Early learning maths
Code LL302
Increase numeracy in early learners by having them pair numbers of objects with their corresponding numeral.
Promotes early development of basic maths skills. 52 cards.
For children aged 3 and up.
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$8.95 |
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Optical block puzzle: Test your spatial skills!
Code EK02 OUT OF STOCK AT THIS STAGE
Test your understanding of light reflections with this simple to use optical puzzle. Do you know the difference between angle of incidence and angle of refraction? No additional parts required with this kit.
For children aged 6 and up.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
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$12.95
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$9.95
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Red Litmus paper: 8 books of 25 = 200 per pack
Code LTPR
Red litmus paper will turn blue in the presence of a base.
Use under adult supervision
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$10.00 |
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Room Alarm Kit: Build your own burglar alarm!
Code MAX610
Learn how a room alarm works. Step by step instructions allow the circuit to be built, without the need for soldering or tools.
Contains all necessary materials to build the alarm.
Requires one 9V battery, not included in the kit.
For children aged 8 and up
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$9.95 |
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Spidereye Microscope 10x: Portable microscope
Code 6591
A great little portable microscope that doesn't require electrical power. Simple introduction to basic microscopy.
Small parts: For children aged 5 and up.
Use under adult supervision.
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$9.95 |
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Starch iodide paper: 100 per pack
Code STRCHIP
Starch iodide paper will turn from white to yellow in the presence of low concentrations of peroxide and white to blue in high concentrations of peroxide.
Use under adult supervision
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$10.00 |
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Tell the time snap: Maths for primary aged children
Code LL316
A unique deck of cards designed to promote recognition of the different forms of time notation. Playing either snap or pairs, the pack accelerates understanding of time concepts.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children under 3 years
For children aged 3 and up.
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$8.95 |
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Times tables snap: How well do you know your tables?
Code LL303
Practice your 5 and 10 multiplication times tables on the fly with this engaging game! 52 cards.
For children aged 5 and up.
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$8.95 |
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Window thermometer: Visual gauge for classrooms
Code IS147
Reads temperature in both Celsius (-40oC - 60oC) and Fahrenheit (-40oF - 140oF). Easily sticks to smooth surfaces.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under. For children aged 6 and up.
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$9.95 |
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4D Crocodile Puzzle: 25 piece puzzle
Code 2105
Make your own saltwater crocodile, Crocodylus porosus, from the reptile Family Crocodylidae. Comes pre-made.
For children aged 8 and up.
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$9.95 |
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4D Frilled Lizard Puzzle: 22 piece puzzle
Code 2106
Make your own frilled lizard, Chlamydosaurus kingii, from the reptile Family Agamidae. Comes pre-made.
For children aged 8 and up.
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$9.95 |
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4D Thorny Devil Puzzle: 23 piece puzzle
Code 2101
Make your own thorny devil, Moloch horridus, from the reptile
Family Agamidae. Comes pre-made.
For children aged 6 and up.
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$9.95 |
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4D Tree Frog Puzzle: 17 piece puzzle
Code 2100
Make your own Red Eyed Tree frog, Litoria chloris, from the amphibian Family Hylidae. Comes pre-made.
For children aged 6 and up.
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$9.95 |
