Cool Gift of the Day
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
What it is:
A hands-on science kit for the 100 most significant experiments and discoveries of all time.
Why we love it:
Designed to resemble a scientist's journal from the past, the 96-page experiment manual in this set contains a wealth of interesting historical information, giving context to the scientists and their work along with the instructions for the experiments. For each experiment, you will find a list of the items needed, specific instructions on how to do the experiment, and an explanation of why the experiment works. The extensive kit contains over 90 pieces, including a compass, thermometer, resistors, capacitors, LEDs, magnifying lens, pull-spring, zinc discs, graphite rods, iron core, bar magnets, a speaker, modeling clay, metal fasteners, reflective foil, die-cut sheets for assembling models, and more. Combine these with a few additional household items and you have all the tools you need to recreate the ground-breaking experiments of the world's scientific leaders.
Where to get it:
From
Amazon.com for a fascinating $63.57.