In the Education and Science category one of the most popular toys for older kids is a chemistry set. In fact nowadays there are chemistry sets designed for all ages so kids can get excited about science and learning from an early age.
Some of the most appealing chemistry sets on the market today teach in a way that is hands on and fun using things like slime, things that glow and involve eating the goo that the kids make.
Buy Top Selling Chemistry Sets:
Smithsonian: Smithsonian offers several extremely safe, all-purpose chemistry sets, each accompanied with a detailed project book (over 1500 experiments) and storage case. The kits include microamounts of chemicals, use no glass, include all safety equipment, and require no open flame. Adult supervision recommended. Ages 10+
My First Chemistry Kit: Introduce your young scientist to the exciting world of chemistry with Scientific Explorer's chemistry set. The kit introduces the concepts of lenses, magnification, images, properties of materials, shape recognition, patterns, comparison testing, crystals, dissolving, evaporation, and the scientific method. Projects include use of the microscope, making an ornament, and testing acids and bases. Ages 4+
Slime Chemistry: Wild Gooses' Slime Chemistry (some boxes say 'Slimey') kit includes everything needed for 8 hands-on experiments, including making of silly putty and cornstarch goo. The exercises are designed to help young chemists understand topics including as polymers, colloids, and solvents. Adult supervision recommended. Ages 7+
Kitchen Table Chemistry: Wild Goose's Kitchen Table Chemistry kit offers 21 activities to introduce concepts including water polarity, acids, bases, and bubbles. Adult supervision is recommended. Ages 8+
After Dinner Chemistry: This Wild Goose chemistry kit contains supplies and instructions for bursting colorful milk, silverware science, stretching bananas, and more. Adult supervision is recommended. Ages 8+
Just Add Water: 21 different aquatic activies are offered in this Wild Goose chemistry set. Experiments include growing a Mondo Monster, Instant Ice, and Crystal Rainbow. Adult supervision and some household supplies are required. Ages 8+
Crash and Burn Chemistry: Wild Goose's science kit includes twelve studies of chemical and physical reactions. Experiments cover thermal chemistry, glow-in-the-dark chemistry, precipitation, and coagulation. Adult supervision and a few household supplies are required. Ages 8+
