25+ of the Best Science Tools for Kids

Science is such an engaging, important area for children to explore: Chemistry, Biology, Geology, or even Astronomy. There are a variety of science tools and toys for kids that allow children to explore scientist tools and scientific concepts to ultimately prepare for high school science. With these tools for science, made specifically with children in mind, exploring real science for kids will seem like nothing more than play!

25+ science tools for kids to explore the various areas of science. these tools are so fun kids will think they are just playing.

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Best Tools for Kids In Early Childhood

The best science for kids for 4 year olds and younger include kids science toys and tools that can easily be used anywhere, anytime. Items might include:

Droppers
Magnifying glasses
Tape Measures
Tool box/tool belt
Dig kits
Safety goggles
Lab coat

Learning Resources Twisty Droppers, Fine Motor Toy, Science Exploration, Water Dropper, Water Toys for Kids, Set of 4, Ages 2+Learning Resources Jumbo Colorful Eyedroppers, Set of 6 with Stand, Science Class Tools, Sensory Table Accessories Learning Resources Primary Science Jumbo Magnifiers with Stand, Science Classroom Accessories, Teaching Aids, Set of 6 Magnifiers, Ages 3+The Magic School Bus Rides Again: Exploring Rocks, Minerals, Crystals, at-Home STEM Kits for Kids Age 5 and Up, Crystal Kits for Young Scientists, Rock Experiments, DIY Rock Candy NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Dual LED Student Microscope – 50+ pc Science Kit Includes Set of 10 Prepared Biological & 10 Blank Slides, Lab Shrimp Experiment, 10x-25x Optical Glass Lenses and more! (Silver)WILD! Science Test Tube Chemistry Lab – 50+ Fun Experiments and Reactions – Science Kits for Kids Age 8-12 – STEM Projects – Chemistry Set

Kids Science Games and Kits for Older Kids

Children in upper elementary and middle school soon become ready to trade in those toy tool sets for real tools, it’s a great time to introduce kids science labs and kits about more complex concepts, like the solar system or the human body.

Many of the homeschool science tool kits include everything your child needs to explore, explicit instructions for unique experiments, and sometimes a handy carrying case, too!

Blippi My First Science Kit: Kitchen Science Lab – 4 Kitchen Science Experiments – Make Real Ice Cream + Bubbling Lava Lamp – Kitchen Chemistry Set for Boys Girls – STEM Education Toys for Kids 3+Science Kit for Kids – 21 Experiments Science Set, Great Gifts for 6, 7, 8 , 9+ Year Old Girls and Boys Britannica All New Kids’ Encyclopedia: What We Know & What We Don’t Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. My First Kids Microscope Toy, Preschool Science, STEM Toy, Gift for Boys & Girls, Ages 3+Scientific Explorer My First Mind Blowing Science Experiment Kit, 11 Mind Blowing Science Activities and Experiments (Ages 6+)Janice VanCleave’s Big Book of Science Experiments Nature Bound Toys Critter Cage Bug Catcher and Habitat Kit, Insect Netting, and Activity Booklet, Green, for Kids, 8.5 NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Microscope for Kids – STEM Kit with an Easy-to-Use Kids Microscope, Up to 400x Zoom, Blank and Prepared Slides, Rock and Mineral Specimens, and More, Great Science Project Set 4M Magnet Exploration from STEAM Powered Kids, Transform This Super Magnet Set to Perform Fun Experiments and Games, Over 20 Games and Experiments Included, Ages 8+

4 Pack Protective Glasses Safety Goggles Eye Shield, Face Glasses for Kids Eye Protection Goggles Compatible with Nerf Guns Foam Blaster Guns Game (Blue & Red)Zhtoly Kids Unisex Child Lab Coat Scientists Role Play Costume Halloween Pretent Dress-up Set (White, X-Large)Gazechimp Montessori Wooden Balance Scale Toys Funny Balance Game Good Gifts for Kids Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. Talking Wildlife Camera, Voice & Photography-Robert Irwin, STEM Toy, Gift for Boys & Girls, Ages 4+Kids Binoculars girls or boys Real Binoculars in Green Blue – Binoculars for Toddlers up to Kids age 14 – includes sticker book with 40 Bird Species Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. Kidnoculars Extreme, Kids Binoculars With Audio, Perfect Outdoor Toy For Ages 5+Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. Bugnoculars: Kids Outdoor Toys, Bug Container To Catch & Observe, Outdoor Play For Ages 3+Educational Insights GeoSafari Rockin’ Reactions Chemistry Set Educational Insights Nancy B’s Science Club AquaScope, Explore Underwater Without Getting Wet, Includes Magnifier & LED Flashlight, Ages 8+

Tepsmigo Science Kits for Kids 4-6 – 30 Experiments Science Set, Great Gifts for Boys Girls Kids Age 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 Pieces Fine Motor Skill Tool Set, Science Learning Tools for Kids, Includes 5 Jumbo Test Tubes, 6 Silicone Liquid Droppers, 1 Storage Stand, 1 Plastic Tweezer and 1 Plastic Scissors Handy Scooper APLANET Plastic Graduated Cylinders and Beakers, 10ml, 25ml, 50ml, 100ml Cylinders with 50ml, 100ml, 250ml, 500ml, 1000ml Beakers and 1 Tube Brush, Ideal for Home and School Science Lab

Clearly you don’t need a toolshed full of Black and Decker to encourage exploration through scientific eyes. Science is everywhere, inside and out. Your child will likely start to lean in one direction or the other, whether it’s with a hammer and screwdriver or through kitchen science experiments for kids.

Looking for gift ideas for the kids in your life? Science tools and kits are a great way to promote valuable play time, whether inside your kitchen science lab for kids or outside digging for geodes!

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