Smithsonian Science Kit 4 Box Set

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With tablets and iPhones common among kids, it's quite nice to have a toy that both you're child will be engaged in and educational at the same time. The Smithsonian Science Kit 4 Box Set is the perfect toy for your child and will teach him/her that learning can be fun. The four box set includes Sea Monsters, Volcano, Rock and Gem Dig, and Magic Rocks science kits. If you're child enjoys earth science or just loves working with their hands, then the they'll love the Smithsonian Science Kit 4 Box Set. You're child will learn something new, introduce them to paleontology and volcanology, and help bring out their inner geologist.

Make learning fun with the Smithsonian Science Kit 4 Box Set

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Smithsonian Science Kit 4 Box Set Product Info

Costco Item#: 952257
Costco Price: $18.79
Found at: Costco in Redwood City, CA (2300 Middlefield Rd.)
(price and availability may vary per Costco location)

Smithsonian Sea Monsters Science Kit

Smithsonian Volcano Science Kit

Smithsonian Rock and Gem Dig and Magic Rocks Science Kits

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Sea Monsters: Hatch and grow your own prehistoric pets. Witness a 220-million-year-old species come to life.
Includes: 1 aquarium, 1 background, 1 bag of triop eggs, 1 bag of triops food, 1 bag of sand and detailed instructions
Ages 7+

Volcano: Build and erupt a volcano. Developed with a real volcanologist from the Smithsonian Institution.
Includes: 1 volcano base, 1 volcano structure, 1 eruption tube, 1 roll plaster strip, 4 tapes, 1 foam tape, 2 color paints and detailed instructions
Ages 8+

Rock and Gem Dig: Chip away to discover real gemstone and minerals. Identify gemstones and minerals.
Includes: 1 sand block containing 11 real gemstones and minerals or rocks, 1 pair of goggles, 1 dowel, 1 mallet, 1 pouch and detailed instructions
Ages 8+

Magic Rocks: Instant crystal growing kit. Create a brilliant underwater garden.
0.44 oz (12.4g) metallic salts, 1 x 4.5 fl oz (133ml) sodium silicate, 1 tank, 1 sticker sheet, 1 background sheet and detailed instructions
Ages 10+

Key Features:
• Hatch & Grow Sea Monsters
• Build & Erupt a Volcano
• Crystal Growing Kit
• Rock and Gem Dig
• Ages: 7 to 10

Smithsonian Space and Sea Projector

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One of my kids is obsessed with outer space...planets, stars, asteroids, etc. My other son happens to like anything fish-related...toys, images, videos. What better way to make both of them happy than the Smithsonian Space and Sea Projector at Costco. It comes with 24 HD images of planets, nebulae, moons, spacecraft and celestial bodies. Also included are 24 HD images of marine mammals, fish, coral and more. You can also easily change the background from the northern sky to an undersea environment. Now the only thing I have to worry about is that both kids will be fighting over what image should be projected next, planets or fish.

Bring the fun of science into your child's room with the Smithsonian Space and Sea Projector

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Smithsonian Space and Sea Projector Product Info

Costco Item#: 952247
Costco Price: $26.99
Found at: Costco in Foster City, CA (1001 Metro Center Blvd.)
(price and availability may vary per Costco location)

Smithsonian Space and Sea Projector - The wonders of outer space and deep sea life on your wall

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Smithsonian Space and Sea Projector: Dual-function projector brings the wonders of outer space and marvels of deep sea life into your room

Key Features:
• 6 different image discs
• Projects 48 HD images of space and undersea life
• 24 HD images of planets, nebulae, moons, spacecraft and celestial bodies
• 24 HD images of marine mammals, fish, coral and more
• Rotating, interchangeable Northern Sky and undersea backgrounds
• High efficiency, super-bright LED bulbs
• Built-in electronic timer with auto-shut off after 15 minutes
• Includes: 1 space and sea projector, 6 changeable slide discs, 1 star background slide, 1 sea background and detailed instructions
• Ages: 8+

Smithsonian Motor-Works or Jet-Works

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During the holidays, I try to give my friends’ kids some gifts that are not only fun but also educational. The Smithsonian line of toys is a great way for kids to get started in their young engineering experience. Smithsonian has either the Motor-Works or Jet-Works available at Costco. The Motor-Works is a working model of a 4-cylinder engine with valves that move, spark plugs that fire and pistons that drive the crankshaft. The Jet-Works is a jet engine that lets you control the thrust and turbine speed. I myself like the Motor-Works since I’ve always been interested in the way cars work. So jumpstart your child’s interest in the sciences with the Smithsonian Motor-Works or Jet-Works.

Smithsonian Motor-Works – See for yourself the inner workings of a model engine

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Smithsonian Motor-Works or Jet-Works Product Info

Costco Item#: 944982
Costco Price: $18.99
Found at: Costco in Redwood City, CA (2300 Middlefield Rd)
(price and availability may vary per Costco location)

Smithsonian Jet-Works – Teach your kid about jet engines and how planes take to the skies

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Smithsonian Motor-Works or Jet-Works – Build a working model of a 4-cylinder engine: Valves rock, spark plugs fire and pistons drive crankshaft. Build a working model of a jet engine: Control the thrust and turbine speed.

Key Features:
• Build a working model
• Moving parts
• Working lights
• Includes 35” x 23” color poster

Smithsonian Education Rug (Assorted Images)

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If you have kids, then I’m sure you’ve looked into making playtime educational as well as fun. The Smithsonian Education Rug at Costco helps in getting your kid started on the right foot. With the assorted images available, the Smithsonian Education Rug can help kids be exposed to ABCs and numbers. I’ve also seen rugs with the world map and American landmarks printed on them. So the variety helps in catering your kid’s play area just the way you want it. So playtime doesn’t have to be all fun and games, they can actually learn something too with the Smithsonian Education Rug. The Smithsonian Rug comes in ABC's, 123's, Space, World map, and United States map with corresponding national landmarks. It's just unfortunate that there's no dinosaur one since my son is into dinosaurs (stegosaurus is his favorite). It's the perfect decor for any child's room since it makes for a large surface or mat for your kids to play on particularly if you have hardwood floors.

Smithsonian Education Rug with an assortment of prints

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Smithsonian Education Rug Product Info

Costco Item#: 862639
Costco Price: $15.99
Found at: Costco in Foster City, CA (1001 Metro Center Blvd)
(price and availability may vary per Costco location)

Learn and have fun at the same time with the Smithsonian Education Rug

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Smithsonian Education Rug: A Portion of the proceeds from your purchase supports the educational mission of the Smithsonian - "The increase and diffusion of knowledge."

Key Features:
• Dimensions: 46” x 52”
• Skid resistant backing
• Assorted images available: ABC's, 123's, Space, World Map, United States Map
• Great for classrooms, play rooms, and bedrooms
• Easy Care and Durable