Description
Big discoveries start small. This Smithsonian Mega Science Lab combines six hands-on activities into one immersive kit—from building a model volcano to simulating the Earth's orbit, unearthing a fossil, and more.
• Dino Dig: Excavate a buried T. rex skeleton like a real paleontologist using the included block, mallet, and dowel.
• Crystal Growing: Mix and grow bright green crystals to learn how minerals form in different conditions.
• Weather Station: Track temperature and rainfall, and chart patterns over time with tools like a rain gauge and thermometer.
• Eco Dome: Build a sealed mini habitat for frogs, ants, or bugs and explore how moisture, air, and plant life interact in an enclosed environment.
• Earth & Moon Model: Paint a rotating model to see how the Earth's orbit and moon phases work together to shape seasons and tides.
• Volcano Model: Paint and erupt your own mini volcano, then use the included tray to observe how lava flows mimic real geologic activity.
With projects in geology, weather, ecology, and paleontology, it's a ready-made science sampler for curious kids.
Now in updated packaging—same hands-on STEM activities inside!
Museum Story
The Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History is the world's preeminent museum and research complex dedicated to inspiring curiosity, discovery, and learning about the natural world through its unparalleled research, collections, exhibitions and educational outreach programs.
Details
- Fresh new packaging, same favorite product
- Ages 10+
- Box: 12"L x 15"W x 3.25"D
- Includes weather station with thermometer, rain gauge, and cloud chart; granite stone, stirring stick, and crystal-growing cup; volcano base, eruption tube, string, foam tape, and roll of plaster; eco dome pod and bug collecting tool; dino dig sand block with dinosaur skeleton, wood hammer, dowel, and plastic pedestal; earth model, moon model, paint, and paintbrush; pair of goggle, and 35" x 23" color poster with instructions.
- Volcano eruption requires baking soda and vinegar (not included)
- Made in China
