Top Gifts for Science

If you're looking for great science gifts, look no further. These top gifts for science provide opportunities for kids to learn about science and to expand their minds. Whether your budding young scientist is interested in biology, chemistry, astronomy, geology or physics, you're sure to find the perfect gift right here.

Science gifts are excellent tools for getting kids of all ages interested in science. The following top science gifts and scientific toys are educational, fun, and can also be used to enhance and create science project experiments.

Top Gifts for Science

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We have provided a list of our picks for the top gifts for science lovers based on price and quality. Adult supervision is always recommended for any of these science gifts.

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Top Gifts for Science: Astronomy


  • Top Toy Planetarium:
Smithsonian Astro Lab Projecting Planetarium - ages 8 and up

This kit includes a revolving solar system model that lights up. It can also project the night sky on the ceiling.

Smithsonian Planetarium and Astro Lab
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online: Smithsonian Astro Lab Projecting Planetarium

  • Top Solar Scope:
Solarscope Educational Solar Scope - This solar scope allows individuals or groups to safely view the sun. Great for studying sunspots, solar eclipses, and the transits of Venus and Mercury. Remember, never look directly at the sun.

Solarscope Educational Solar Scope
Where can I find this product?  
Science Kit: Solarscope
Optics Planet: Solarscope Educational Solar Scope

  • Top Reflector Telescope:
Edmund Scientific Astroscan® Telescope - This compact Newtonian Rich-Field reflector telescope is just right for beginning observers. It is easy to use, durable, and completely portable.

Astroscan Telescope
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online: Astroscan® Plus Telescope
Science Kit: Astroscan® Telescope

  • Top Refractor Telescope
Meade ETX 80AT-TC Astro Telescope - Excellent for viewing planets, stars, the moon and land objects. Also includes an Autostar Hand Controller for object locating and tracking. Comes with tripod.

                       Meade ETX 80AT-TC Astro Telescope
Where can I find this product?  
Optics Planet: Meade ETX-80AT-TC Astro Telescope

Top Gifts for Science: Biology


  • Top Microscope:
Boreal Cordless SKope with LED Illuminator - Good quality microscope for the price with all metal construction. Includes a built-in illuminator and is cordless so you can take it with you. Great for biology students.

                Boreal Cordless SKope with LED Illuminator
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online : Boreal Cordless SKope with LED Illuminator
Science Kit: Boreal Cordless SKope

  • Top Digital Microscope:
Motic DigiScope 300 - ages 5 and up

Great digital microscope designed for beginners. Includes a built-in CMOS digital camera, two stages for viewing both regular microscope slides and larger objects, completely portable, and is PC and MAC compatible. For a review of this product, see Motic DigiScope 300 LED Microscope by David Walker.

Motic DigiScope 300
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online: Motic DigiScope
Science Kit: Motic DigiScope


Top Gifts for Science: Chemistry


  • Top Chemistry Set Ages 4 -12:
My First Chemistry Kit - This is a great introductory chemistry set for young kids. Kids will learn about lenses, magnification, comparison testing, crystals and scientific research techniques. This kit also includes a microscope and safe accessories.

My First Chemistry Kit
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online: My First Chemistry Kit

  • Top Chemistry Set Ages 11 and up:
CHEM C2000 - This chemistry set provides a safe way to learn about chemistry. Over 250 experiments can be performed on topics such as electricity, acids and bases, water elements and food chemistry. Some adult supervision is recommended.

        CHEM C2000
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online: CHEM C2000

  • Top Chemistry Set Ages 12 and up:
CHEM C3000 - This chemistry set is for experienced users. Over 360 different experiments can be performed. This kit includes professional-grade equipment. Users must take thorough safety precautions. Some adult supervision is recommended.

CHEM C3000
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online: CHEM C3000


Top Gifts for Science: Geology


  • Top Crystal Growing Kit:
Smithsonian Crystal Growing Kit - ages 10 and up

This kit allows you to grow nine different types of crystals. Patience is required as crystals may take up to a week to grow. Some adult supervision is recommended.

      Smithsonian Crystal Growing Kit
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online: Smithsonian Crystal Growing Kit

  • Top Volcano Kits:
Smithsonian Giant Volcano Kit

This kit allows you to build a volcano with a special compound and create eruptions using a bottle and tube system. Great kit for science experiments.

Smithsonian Giant Volcano Kit
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online: Smithsonian Giant Volcano Kit
Science Kit: Smithsonian Giant Volcano Kit


Top Gifts for Science: Physics


  • Top Fuel Cell Car:
Fuel Cell Car Kit - ages 12 and up

This kit allows you to build a model of a car that runs on water and is powered by the sun. It ranks high as one of the top gifts for science lovers. This fuel cell kit is great for science experiments and comes with an experiment book.

      Fuel Cell Car Kit
Where can I find this product?  
Carl's Electronics: Fuel Cell Car - Details
Scientifics Online: Fuel Cell Car Kit
Science Kit: Fuel Cell Car and Experiment Kit

  • Top Model Rocket Starter Set:
Air Burst Rockets - ages 10 and up

This kit allows you to launch a rocket up to 1000 feet using a bicycle pump and the power of air. Includes launcher, two different rockets with contrail streamers and 60 membrane boosters. Bicycle pump must be purchased separately. Adult supervision is recommended.

Air Burst Rockets
Where can I find this product?  
Scientifics Online: Air Burst Rockets

  • Top Robotics Sets: Non-solder Kits
4 in 1 Robot - ages 8 and up

This exceptional robot imitates four different types of animal locomotion. It is easy to assemble and a great kit for beginning level robot construction. Adult supervision is recommended.

4 in 1 Robot
Where can I find this product?  
Carl's Electronics: 4 in 1 Robot
Scientifics Online: 4 in 1 Robot

Soccer Robot Jr. - ages 10 and up

Soccer Robot Jr. is an interactive soccer playing whiz for beginning builders. It has six operational legs and a retrieving and kicking mechanism that allows it to run forward, backward and turn left or right. Purchase more than one robot and have your own soccer tournament.

Soccer Robot Junior
Where can I find this product?  
Carl's Electronics: Soccer Robot Jr. Robotic Kit - Details
Scientifics Online: Soccer Robot Junior

Spider III Robotic Kit - ages 10 and up

The Spider III is an intelligent robot that emits a light sensor beam to detect objects in its path. This kit is designed for skill level II builders. Adult supervision is recommended.

Spider III Robotic Kit
Where can I find this product?  
Carl's Electronics: Spider III Robotic Kit
Scientifics Online: Spider III Robot

  • Top Solar Kit:
Solar Power House Kit - ages 12 and up

This kit allows you to harness energy from the sun, wind, and even plants. Ideal for solar energy and greenhouse plant projects.

    Solar Power House Kit
Where can I find this product?  
Carl's Electronics: Solar Power House Kit (non-solder) - Details
Scientifics Online: Solar Power House

More Top Gifts for Science and Scientific Toys:

Remember these top gifts for science can also be used to either perform or enhance science projects. For more information about using science gifts and toys in science project experiments, see Easy Science Fair Projects and Science Projects for Kids.

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