Foster children’s interest in how things work with science kits and other fun scientific gifts.
Coolthings – Everything from gadgets and gizmos to cool lighting accessories and brain bending puzzles. Based in Launceston, Tasmania with delivery Australia wide and free gift wrapping. Their Cool Science Gifts include science kits but many of their other gifts and gadgets also get you thinking about how it works.
Science Party Ideas
Have a Mad Scientist Party with lots of “Why is it so?” games and experiments.
Have a biology “treasure hunt” in the garden with a bug-catcher for each child.
Turn cooking or art activities into scientific experiments.
Suggested Products
24 in 1 Dynamic Robot from Coolthings.com.au 24 in 1 Dynamic Robot. Discover the 24-in-1 Dynamic Robot, an inventive set that brings to life 24 vibrant characters with just 76 pieces. From a majestic dragon with flapping wings to a transformative car and a leaping gecko, each model promises hours of assembly fun. More than just a toy, this robot set offers a hands-on introduction to mechanics. While building, kids will explore the intricacies of levers, gears, crank mechanisms, and 11 unique foot dynamics, merging playtime with valuable learning!…
SpyX Night Ops Kit from Coolthings.com.au SpyX Night Ops Kit. spyX. Dive into the world of secret agents with the SpyX Night Ops Kit. This kit has all the tools you need for exciting covert missions! With LED glasses to see in the dark and a cool light-glow design, you'll be ready for action. Write and reveal secret messages with the invisible ink pen, eavesdrop discreetly with the micro listening device, and protect your hideouts with the included infrared motion sensor….
Kaleido Craft Creator from Coolthings.com.au Kaleido Craft Creator. Heebie Jeebies. The Kaleido Craft Creator kit is an amazing experiment kit that lets you explore the wonder of light and colour with your very own DIY kaleidoscope. Embark on a wonderful journey of discovery as you assemble the 17 wooden pieces to build a unique kaleidoscope that will leave you completely spellbound! Who knows what amazing patterns and colours you will discover as you explore the world around you, shifting and changing the wheel to create mesmerising mosaics!…
KidzLabs Electric Marble Run from Coolthings.com.au KidzLabs Electric Marble Run. 4M. The KidzLabs Electric Marble Run lets you build your very own motorised marble run, a visual learning tool that teaches the laws of motion! Similar to those spiral wishing wells you drop coins into at the mall, watch as the marble travels around the chute, rather than rolling straight down the hole. Watch it drop lower and lower on the spiral as friction gradually slows it down, making it seem as though it's moving down a long and spiralling ramp!…
Weather Science Experiment Pack from Coolthings.com.au Weather Science Experiment Pack. SimplyCool. This Weather Science Experiment Pack lets you explore basic weather phenomena right in your own backyard! Learn about wind direction, rainfall, lightning and acid rain as you create your own multi-function weather station and more! Packed with hands-on learning fun, this engaging experiment twin pack is sure to excite any young weatherman or climate buff….
4 in 1 Educational Motorized Robot Kit from Coolthings.com.au 4 in 1 Educational Motorized Robot Kit. SimplyCool. This 4 in 1 Educational Motorized Robot Kit lets you bring four unique robot characters to life using a simple 3-speed motor! It's perfect for kids who love tinkering with anything to do with mechanics and engineering, it turns science into a fun adventure! With 4 different modes of operation, each model has it's own unique form of movement and can transform between them in just a few easy steps….
The Periodic Table of the Elements Jigsaw Puzzle from Coolthings.com.au The Periodic Table of the Elements Jigsaw Puzzle. SimplyCool. This huge 48cm x 67cm Periodic Table of Elements 1000-Piece Puzzle is the sort of puzzle that Sheldon Cooper would spend his valuable time completing and that's high praise coming from Sheldon….