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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
Allosaurus; An Australian dinosaur
Allosaurus Replica: An ancient Australian carnivore
Code 78280

A realistic replica of one Australia's dinosaurs. Model authenticated by paleontologists from the Melbourne Museum. The model stands 40mm high and is 90mm long.

Choking hazard for children under 3 years.
$1.95
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.
$0.45
Australian sealion replica
Australian sealion: An Australian marine mammal
Code 75389

A realistic replica of an Australian sealion, Neophoca cinerea.
The model stands 35mm high and 45mm long.

Choking hazard for children under 3 years.
$1.95
Balloon helicopter
Balloon helicopter: Flight and Newtonian forces demo
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.
$3.95
Greater bilby
Bilby replica: A cute, endangered, Australian marsupial
Code 75370

The Greater Bilby, Macrotis lagotis, is an endangered marsupial found in Australia. Remains a keystone species for environmental protection of national parks - it's likenesses the 'Easter Bilby' is used to promote conservation. Model measures 58mm in length.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$1.95
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
Bottlenose dolphin: An Australian marine mammal
Code 75388

A realistic replica of the Bottlenose dolphin, Tursiops truncatus. The model stands 30mm high and 65mm long.
Choking hazard for children under 3 years.
$1.95
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Butterfly Mirrorscope: Kaleidoscope with butterfly prints
Code 75820

This mirrorscope shows you the basic construction of a kaleidoscope, i.e. 3 mirrors placed as an equilateral triangle.
The side is printed with Australian butterflies such as the Cairns Birdwing, Orchard, Ulysses, Lacewing, Monarch and more.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$4.95
Chocolate asteroids
Chocolate asteroids!: Party giveaways with a twist!
Code CAFIZZ

Sick of handing out the same old lollie bags at a kids party? This 100g pack might just be answer! The chocolate in each package look like a variety of small asteroids in a crisp sugar shell. If you like 'Smarties' or 'M&M's' you'll love these choc-asteroids!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$3.95
Plastic test tubes
Clear plastic test tubes 16mm x 150mm: Packet of 10
Code A5140

Clear plastic test tubes with a rounded bottom and no lip. Fill with coloured water and place in glasses with ice for a science lab effect. 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
$4.95
Colour changing mood ring
Colour changing mood ring: Classic chemistry!
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
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
Coverslip for microscope slides (100pcs): Use with 7101-BP
Code CS18x18C

Universal cover glass. Size 18mm x 18mm.
Thickness: 0.13 - 0.17mmm
Square, clear cover glass for use in microscopy.

Use under adult supervision
$3.50
Dingo: Australia's wild dog
Dingo: A wild dog found in Australia
Code 75380

Although not originating from Australia, the Dingo, Canis lupis, is still very much a part of the Australian vocabulary as Australia's wild dog. The dingo is found throughout south-east Asia. Authenticated by the Healesville Sanctuary.
Model measures 55mm long and stands 44mm high.
For children aged 3 and up.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under

$1.95
Dissection probe
Dissection probe: Simple biology
Code WPD140DEP

Plastic handle dissection probe 140mm in length.
Cheap instrument for biological investigations.

Use under adult supervision.
$0.95
Eastern Grey Kangaroo
Eastern Grey Kangaroo: An Australian macropod
Code 75480

A highly common Australian marsupial, Macropus giganteus. Found throughout the eastern Australian States.
The model stands 55mm high and is 80mm long.

For children aged 3 and up.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under

$1.95
Eastern Quoll
Eastern Quoll Replica: An endangered Australian carnivore
Code 75381

A realistic replica of one of Australia's endangered mammals, Dasyurus viverrinus. The model stands 23mm high and is 61mm long.

Choking hazard for children under 3 years.
$1.95
Echidna replica
Echidna replica: One of Australia's monotremes
Code 75484

A great little replica of one of Australia's monotremes, Tachyglossus aculeatus. A monotreme is an egg laying mammal. Authenticated by the Healesville sanctuary, this realistic model is 23mm high and 40mm long.

Not for children under 3 years.
$1.95
Watch the woodpeckers move
Energy woodpeckers. Why do they peck?
Code WT039

Start the woodpeckers going and watch them peck! Ask your students why they don't just slide straight down (friction) and how is the energy being stored and released?

For children 3 years and up with adult supervision

$3.95
Fairy penguin replica
Fairy Penguin Replica: One of Australia's cutest birds!
Code 75489

A realistic replica of the smallest of penguins, Eudyptula minor. Found predominantly along Australia's southern shoreline and the NZ coastline. The model stands 42mm high.

Choking hazard for children under 3 years.
$1.95
Finger paint & bubble bath: Chemical colours
Code BT020

A bit of science at bath time! This 50mL crayon shaped tube contains a coloured water-soluble solution you can use as finger paint or make your next bubble bath a coloured one! Colours vary. Avoid contact with eyes and mouth; don't leave your child unattended in the bath!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$3.50
First aid scissors
First aid scissors: 85mm in length
Code WSFA075S

Stainless steel first aid scissors 85mm in length.
Cheap instrument for biological investigations.

For children 6 years and up.
$0.45
Fly's eye scope
Fly's Eye Scope: 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
$2.50
Flying saucer balloons
Flying saucer 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.
$2.50
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.
$1.95
Foldable flying disc
Foldable Flying Disc: 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.
$3.95
Foldable pocket kite
Foldable Pocket Kite: 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.
$3.95
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
Frilled neck lizard finger puppet
Frilled neck lizard finger puppet: Australian puppet
Code 75511

Frilled neck lizard finger puppet.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$4.95
Great White Shark
Great White Shark replica: A fearsome predator
Code 75387

The Great White Shark, Carcharodon carcharias, is found throughout many coastal and offshore waters in waters between 12oC and 24oC. Model measures 85mm in length.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$1.95
Glow eye glasses
Glow eye glasses: 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.

$2.95
High bouncing ball kit
High Bounce Ball Kit: 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.
$3.95
Humpback whale
Humpback whale replica: A giant of the deep
Code 75385

A great replica of one of the most watched whales in the Southern ocean... Megaptera novaeangliae. This realistic model measures 83mm in length.

Not for children under 3 years.
$1.95
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.
$1.95
Kangaroo finger puppet
Kangaroo finger puppet: Australian puppet
Code 75501

Classic Australian animal featured on the Australian Coat of Arms.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$4.95
Kidney Dish
Kidney Dish: Simple dissection tool
Code A5701PB

Size 16cm x 8.5cm. Holds 200mL.
Non-sterile. Autoclavable.
For children aged 5 and up.
$2.95
Koala: An Australian marsupial
Koala: A classic Australian animal
Code 75481

The Koala is predominantly arboreal, i.e. a tree-living marsupial, found eastern and southern Australia. A Koala, Phascolarctos cinereus, can be variable in colour and lives off almost entirely on Eucalyptus sp. leaves. Model measures 36mm long and stands 43mm high. For children aged 3 and up.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under

$1.95
Koala finger puppet
Koala finger puppet: Australian puppet
Code 75502

Cute Australian puppet for early childhood teaching.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$4.95
Laughing Kookaburra replica
Laughing Kookaburra replica: Australian Kingfisher
Code 75488

The Laughing Kookaburra, Dacelo novaguineae, is found in woodlands, forest clearings, timbered watercourses, farmland, parks and gardens. Model measures 45mm high and 65mm long.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$1.95
Australian dinosaur: Leaellynasaura
Leaellynasaurus: Australian dinosaur of the Cretaceous period
Code 78283

Named after Leaellyn Rich who was the daughter of the paleontologists Tom Rich and Patricia Vickers who found the first skull. It is suggested that it's large eyes may have assisted the dinosaur's sight during the dark winter months that occurred when parts of Australia were close to the South Pole. Herbivorous.
This detailed model stands 30mm high and is 67mm long and is authenticated by paleontologists from Melbourne Museum.
Choking hazard for children under 3 years.
$1.95
Magic crystal tree for Christmas
Magic Xmas crystal tree: Christmas chemistry!
Code IS1057

Just like our other magic crystal trees only this one is a Christmas tree! Try setting it up on Christmas Eve morning so that the crystals are sprouting on Christmas day. Seasonal holiday fun!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$4.95
Magic Specs
Magic Specs / Fireworks Glasses: Prism glasses
Code 5014

Cardboard framed glasses containing plastic that diffracts white light into it's component colours. Look at street lamps, room lights, Xmas lights, candle lights... but of course not the sun.
Not for children aged 3 years and under.
$1.45
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.
$2.50
Magic Money Box
Magic Money Box: How do they work?
Code HB8673 Only 1 more in stock!

Classic mirror box that hides coins when you place them inside the box. Works via the reflection of the internal mirror, with ann object such as a plastic dolphin being fastened to the mirror to complete the illusion. Great for discussion on light ray diagrams.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$4.95
Magic Sand mini-tub: Create underwater worlds
Code HJ2430

Explore the hydrophobic ('scared of water') properties of this sand. Build sand sculptures underwater. Colours vary but the properties remain the same.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$1.95
Magic Santa
Magic Santa: Make him grow!
Code IS1056

A classic crystal growing tree, only with Santa himself! The growth of the 'Santa' is dependant on heat and humidity however crystals are generally formed within half a day. Great fun!
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under.
$4.95
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
Mammoth woodcraft construction kit
Mammoth Woodcraft Construction Kit: Budget prehistoric model. Code SLJ011
Discontinued, only 12 left

Great wooden model of a mammoth for the study desk!
The simple model pieces interlock, requiring no glue and quite easy to make.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$3.95
60mL Measuring Cup
Measuring Cup: 60mL
Code MEASURE60

Small measuring cup for small volumes.
10mL gradations.

For children 4 years and up.
$0.75
Mini spaceships
Mini spaceship: 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: 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
$2.50
Australian dinosaur: Muttaburrasaurus
Muttaburrasaurus: Australian dinosaur of the Cretaceous period
Code 78284

Known from a partial skeleton found in Muttaburra, Queensland.
In some ways similar to the Iguanodon, with a claw-like thumb and three fingers that were joined together to form a hoof-like pad. Powerful jaws adapted to eating tough vegetation. Stood up to 8 metres tall. This detailed model stands 37mm high and is 90mm long and is authenticated by paleontologists from Melbourne Museum. Choking hazard for children under 3 years.
$1.95
'Outback' slime: 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.
$2.50
Pelican replica
Pelican replica: An Australian bird
Code 75383

The Australian Pelican, Pelecanus conspicillatus, is a common seabird found in Australia coastal regions. Adults can be found to measure up to 1.6 metres high with a wingspan over 2 metres.

Model measures 65mm in height.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$1.95
Penguin finger puppet
Penguin finger puppet: Early learner favourite.
Code 75509

Simple finger puppet replica of the red eyed tree frog.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$4.95
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
Platypus replica: An Australian monotreme
Platypus replica: One of Australia's monotremes
Code 75483

A great little replica of one of Australia's monotremes, Ornithorhynchus anatinus. A monotreme is an egg laying mammal. Authenticated by the Healesville sanctuary, this realistic model is 60mm in length.

Not for children under 3 years.
$1.95
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.
$2.75
Pteranodon woodcraft construction model
Pteranodon Woodcraft Construction Kit: Budget prehistoric model. Code SLJ007. Discontinued, only 4 left!

Great wooden model of a pteranodon to hang in your room!
The simple model pieces interlock, requiring no glue and quite easy to make.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$3.95
Puzzle Block
Puzzle Block: Test your spatial skills
Code LF42523A

A simple puzzle with many solutions. Choose a block to fit in the upper left hand corner of the box - now try to fit the other 7 blocks inside. See how many different arrangements are possible.

For children aged 6 and up.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under

$2.95
Rainbow lorikeet finger puppet
Rainbow lorikeet finger puppet: Australian puppet
Code 75506

Cute Australian bird finger puppet.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$4.95
Rainbow Lorikeet replica
Rainbow Lorikeet replica: Eastern Australian Bird
Code 75487

The Rainbow Lorikeet, Trichoglossus haematodus, is found in coastal eucalypt forests, paperbark and banksia woodlands, flowering street trees and agricultural lands in eastern Australia. Model measures 53mm high and 60mm long.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$1.95
Redback spider replica
Redback Spider Keychain: Very realistic model
Code 78093

Manufactured under licence from Museum Victoria.
Body length measures 35mm. Length including legs is 95mm.
Scientific name: Lactrodectus hasselti

For children 3 years and up.
$2.45
Red-tailed black cockatoo
Red-tailed Black Cockatoo replica: Classic Australian bird
Code 75382

The Red-tailed Black Cockatoo, Calyptorhynchus banksii, is the only black cockatoo found in the far inland of Australia. Inhabits tall open forests, woodlands, scrublands, floodplains, river margins and river red gums on water courses. Replica measures 54mm in height.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children under 3 years
$1.95
Saltwater crocodile replica
Saltwater crocodile replica: A large Australian reptile
Code 75360

The saltwater crocodile, Crocodylus porosus, is the largest of all living crocodiles and reptiles. Predominantly found in estuarine areas in the dry season and freshwater swamps and watercourses in the wet season. Distribution in Australia is confined to the northern regions of Australia.
Model measures 90mm long.
Choking hazard: Not suitable for children under 3 years
$1.95
Scorpin replica
Scorpion Replica: Very realistic model
Code 78080

Manufactured under licence from Museum Victoria.
Body length measures 90mm. Class Arachnida.

For children 3 years and up.
$1.95
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.
Science Teachers: Good tool for teaching about valence electrons!

For children aged 4 and up. Keep out of reach of small children.
$2.50
Serendipaceratops: An Australian dinosaur
Serendipaceratops replica: One of Australia's dinosaurs
Code 78281

A great little replica of one of Australia's dinosaurs. Authenticated by paleontologists from the Melbourne Museum, this realistic model is 63mm in length.

Not for children under 3 years.
$1.95
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
For children aged 4 and up.
$0.65
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
Snow magic
Snow Magic: 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
$3.45
Southern Right Whale replica: An endangered mammal
Code 75386

The Southern Right Whale, Eubalaena australis, is found in cold waters of the southern hemisphere. Model measures 80mm in length. Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$1.95
Budget spinning top
Spinning Top: Budget top for precession demonstration
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
Inoculation loop
Sterile Inoculation Loops 1 uL: 20 per bag
Code A6001SG ...5 packs left!

Carry out investigations of different growth media, investigate cleanliness of everyday items... it's up to your creativity.
Loops are sterile. Use with our petri dishes.
NB: Never grow bacteria from saliva or 'coughing or sneezing' on the growth media. Growth media should always be disposed of carefully - sterilize via autoclaving preferred method, soaking in a 30% bleach solution is another method.
For children aged 10 and up. Use under adult supervision
$4.95
Sulphur-crested Cockatoo replica
Sulphur-crested Cockatoo replica: Australian parrot
Code 75486

The Sulphur-crested cockatoo, Cacatua galerita, is found in tropical and temperate forests, watercourses, parks and gardens in eastern and northern Australia.
Model measures 51mm high and 62mm long.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$1.95
Sydney Funnelweb Spider
Sydney Funnelweb Spider Keychain: Another realistic model
Code 78092

Manufactured under licence from Museum Victoria.
Body length measures 45mm. Length including legs is 80mm.
Scientific name: Atrax robustus

For children 3 years and up.
$2.45
Tree frog finger puppet
Tree frog finger puppet: Early learner favourite.
Code 75508

Simple finger puppet replica of the red eyed tree frog.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$4.95
T-rex woodcraft construction kit
T-Rex Woodcraft Construction Kit: Budget dinosaur model. Code SLJ014 . Discontinued, only 6 left!

Great wooden model of a Tyrannosaurus Rex to build!
The simple model pieces interlock, requiring no glue and quite easy to make. Cretaceous creativity!

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
For children aged 4 and up.
$3.95
Yellow Tangram Set
Tangram set: Geometry for youngsters.
Code PAL6560

Arrange the 7 brightly coloured plastic pieces into different shapes and designs. Can be used as a teaching aid for congruency, symmetry, angles, areas and fractions.
How many shapes can you make? Colours may vary.

For children aged 3 and up
$1.85
Tasmanian devil replica
Tasmanian devil: An Australian carnivorous marsupial
Code 75478

A realistic replica of the Tasmanian Devil, Sarcophilus harrisii.
Authenticated by the Healesville sanctuary, this model stands 30mm high and 65mm long.

Choking hazard for children under 3 years.
$1.95
Touchable bubble solution
Touchable bubbles: 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.
$2.95
Tumbling bugs with sticky feet!
Tumbling bugs: 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
Vortex valves
Vortex valve: 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.
$2.50
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
For children aged 4 and up.
$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
Common wombat replica
Wombat replica: One of Australia's marsupials
Code 75482

A great little replica of one of Australia's marsupials, Vombatus ursinus. Authenticated by the Healesville sanctuary, this realistic model is 30mm high and 43mm long.

Not for children under 3 years.
$1.95
Wombat finger puppet
Wombat finger puppet: Early learner favourite.
Code 75513

Simple finger puppet replica of the common wombat.

Choking hazard: Not suitable for children 3 years and under
$4.95


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