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1. Explore Scientific - Explore Science Innovative Detector Challenge Set

Learn and play with this Explore Scientific Innovative Detector Challenge kit. The array of parts and simple instructions let budding engineers build a functioning metal detector and help teach about magnetism and parabolic motion. This Explore Scientific Innovative Detector Challenge kit includes bendable wire and an alarm bell for building simple maze circuits. . Explore the relationship between electricity and magnetism with this metal detector challenge set from Explore Science. Using the components, users can build a handheld metal detector with adjustable sensitivity, a mini security check station, or an aim and shoot challenge designed to demonstrate how parabolic motion affects detection. In addition to the detector challenges, junior scientists can test their hand-eye coordination and learn basic circuitry principles by building a simple maze game using a bendable wire, a wand and an alarm bell.

2. Explore One - Gemini II 70mm Refractor Telescope

20x and 32x power magnification; 40mm diameter; 600mm focal length; tabletop tripod

Get a clear view of the solar system with this Explore One Gemini II telescope. The 70mm aperture enhances the view of objects in the sky, while the 700mm focal length delivers high-powered wide-field views. This Explore One Gemini II telescope has a height-adjustable tripod that provides stability and flexible use, and the included 90-degree star diagonal offers comfort.

3. Explorer Tapes [LP] - VINYL

The Jackery Explorer 290 provides 290-Watt hours of power with 200W continuous and 400W peak output to handle your portable power needs, engineered with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which provides maintenance-free energy without the hassle of fuel or fumes. It is perfect for indoor and outdoor use. Explorer 290 can also be used for home emergencies when suffering from power outages caused by storms.

4. Jackery - Explorer 290 Portable Power Solar Generator - Black

BioLite Solar Home System 620+

The Jackery Explorer 290 provides 290-Watt hours of power with 200W continuous and 400W peak output to handle your portable power needs, engineered with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which provides maintenance-free energy without the hassle of fuel or fumes. It is perfect for indoor and outdoor use. Explorer 290 can also be used for home emergencies when suffering from power outages caused by storms.

5. Explore Scientific - ExploreHut Clubhouse Playhouse

With its roomy interior and 4-foot-tall ceilings, the covered Clubhouse from Explore Hut is a great place for little ones to share adventures with pals. In addition to its wide front flap opening, this secretive play space has a crawl-through side entrance for covert club meetings. Designed for both indoor and outdoor settings, the structure is made of durable material. Features Great for indoor or outdoor use Circular flap opening for crawl-through fun Side window and partially open roof provide lots of ventilation Inspires imaginative play Made of durable, high quality fabric and collapsible For ages 3 and upSpecifications Size: 4 ft. Country of Origin: USA Weight: 3.45 lbs - SKU: EPST1052

Keep your child entertained with this Explore Scientific ExploreHut clubhouse playhouse. The collapsible design makes it easy to store, while the high-quality, long-lasting fabric stands the test of time. This Explore Scientific ExploreHut clubhouse playhouse for kids 3 and up has a partially open roof and side window to allow ample air circulation.

6. Explore One - Metal Detector - Blue

Submergible 8" search coil; all metal/disc/notch detection modes; adjustable sensitivity; low battery indicator; headphone jack; volume control; 3-tone audio discrimination

Venture on a treasure hunt with your little one using this blue Explore One 88-20001 metal detector. Multiple tones help you identify specific types of precious metals up to 6 inches in the ground, while built-in LEDs support exciting nighttime adventures. This height-adjustable Explore One 88-20001 metal detector features a water-resistant base for use on moist terrain.

7. Explore One - 40mm Apollo Refractor Telescope and Microscope Set

Compatible with Windows 7.1 and newer; 10x to 220x magnification; handheld design; 3.5MP digital camera with CMOS sensor

Observe objects with this Explore One Apollo 88-41101 microscope and telescope set. The telescope's 40mm aperture lets you study galaxies, while the microscope has a magnification of up to 900x and a color filter wheel for highlighting specimens. The telescope in this Explore One Apollo microscope and telescope set comes with a table tripod for simple setup and two interchangeable eyepieces for easy viewing.

8. Explore One - Aurora II 114mm Reflector Telescope - Flat Black

Celestron AstroMaster Accessory Kit Brand New Includes Two Year Warranty The Celestron

Observe the fine details of deep-sky beauties with this Explore One Aurora II reflector telescope. The 114mm aperture enhances a clear and precise view, while the red dot finder helps locate your target. A fully adjustable metal tripod provides a stable base. This Explore One Aurora II reflector telescope includes an accessory tray for holding an extra eyepiece and smooth motion controls for subtle adjustments.

9. Explore One - Titan 70mm Refractor Telescope with Panhandle Mount

Celestron AstroMaster Accessory Kit Brand New Includes Two Year Warranty The Celestron

Gaze into the wonders of the night sky with this Explore Scientific Explore One Titan telescope. The 360-degree rotating design allows easy adjustments for flexible viewing angles, while the included smartphone adapter lets you capture celestial bodies. Featuring a 360mm focal length, this Explore Scientific Explore One Titan telescope is ideal for observing the Moon and other planets.

10. ExploreOne 88-50101 900x Microscope Set

Featuring a zoom eyepiece and a rotating turret of objective lenses, this Explore One compound microscope can reveal the world's hidden details up to a 900x magnification level. The 28-piece set includes a projection eyepiece, color filters, slides and collection tools.

\uD83D\uDD2C Ideal for beginners: The perfect microscope for beginners and young observers. Textured grip compact size and large focus wheel make it easy for young hands to hold and use these binoculars \uD83D\uDD0E Adjustable magnification: this microscope combines a 20x eyepiece with a rotating turret of three objective lenses to offer magnifications of 100x 400x and 900x. It also includes a color filter wheel to give transparent specimens extra definition \uD83D\uDCAA Die-cast metal body: extra sturdy build with die-cast metal body to ensure long-lasting use. The rubber coating adds extra protection from accidental bumps and makes this microscope a durable tool for young explorers \uD83D\uDECD Includes wide range of accessories: includes collection/prepping tools prepared and blank slides a shrimp hatchery and more. The microscope and all of its accessories can be easily secured in the hard-shell case when in transit or storage \uD83D\uDC68\uD83D\uDC69\uD83D\uDC67\uD83D\uDC66 For children and kids: beginners microscope approved for children ages 8 and older