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About this item
At a glance
STEM: Science
Highlights
- An amazing science kit that has everything you need to create a volcano
- The set includes pumice and a geode specimen
- This volcano kit is a classic STEM project for kids
- The included learning guide is packed with scientific information about volcanoes
Specifications
Contains: Does Not Contain Any of the 8 Major Allergens
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_small_parts
Educational Focus: Science
Includes: Activity Guide, Rocks, Experiment Guide, Molds
Battery: No Battery Used
TCIN: 53580848
UPC: 816448027314
Item Number (DPCI): 086-00-3484
Origin: Imported
Description
Whether your kiddo has a science project or you are looking for an exciting classroom activity, the National Geographic Volcano Science Kit is just the thing you need. The kit includes plaster, mold, paint, brush, eruption powder and two volcanic rock specimens (geode and pumice). Join your kid and help them build a cast of their own volcano and paint it to give it a realistic look. It also has a learning guide that provides you with interesting information about tectonic plates, earthquakes, volcano formation and volcanic rocks.
STEM: Science
STEM toys are Science, Technology, Engineering and Math based products that are geared towards developing useful skills in all areas of learning. This product focuses on the core subject: science. If the item details above aren’t accurate or complete, we want to know about it.
Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 9.09 inches length x 6.15 inches width x 2.67 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1.5 pounds
Return details
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Q: My son got the plaster in his eye is he going to be ok he washed his eye fairly ok but I’m still worried he was stirring the plaster to fast and splashed in his eye will he be ok or should I get help i need a answer ASAP.
submitted by Ed - 1 year ago
A: Our plaster is a calcium sulfate, rinsing the opened eye for several minutes under running water is recommended. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
submitted byNational Geographic - 1 year agoBrand expert
Q: Is it hard to do do you have to put together
submitted by Jess - 3 years ago
A: Hi Jess Our volcano kits do require assembling the mold, mixing and pouring in the plaster. As well as painting the dried volcano and mixing of the eruption powders. We suggest this kit for ages 6 and up, however an advanced child can also enjoy this kit with a little more assistance from an adult.
submitted byNational Geographic - 3 years agoBrand expert
Q: Can this volcano erupt multiple times?
submitted by Curious George - 4 years ago
A: Our Volcano kits include enough eruption powder for multiple eruptions, plus additional tips for bigger eruptions, using regular household ingredients
submitted byNational Geographic - 4 years agoBrand expert
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1 out of 5 stars
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Athena - 30 days ago
Since my child is under the 8 yr recommendation for this, I just had him watch. The instructions say not to breathe in the powder, but it poofs up such that I'd recommend wearing face masks, even when pouring carefully. Then, after at least two minutes of stirring, the mixture was still quite lumpy. A LOT pours out the side of the volcano mold & went through all the layers of newspaper to the floor we were working on. I don't have high hopes for the rest, since this part was not what I expected or what the instructions led me to believe.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Science Dad - 1 month ago, Verified purchaser
Great Product! Kids loved it!!!!
One of the best ones
5 out of 5 stars
Nichole - 2 months ago, Verified purchaser
This experiment was a hit in our housed
Great
5 out of 5 stars
Scain - 3 months ago, Verified purchaser
My 5 year old and 6 year old grandsons loved this! Fun and educational!
Did not dissappoint.
5 out of 5 stars
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Mama - 4 months ago
Great gift for my son who really enjoyed the process. He loved being able to build and paint the volcano and waiting for it to dry which created anticipation for the lava part and taught patience. Powder lava provided was enough for multiple uses. Great toy would recommend! Can be messy
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5 out of 5 stars
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Shannon - 4 months ago, Verified purchaser
It was a fun experiment to do with my son who’s 8 and infatuated with science. Easy directions, easy clean up.
Loved It
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Sal - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
My son loved it! So fun to build and erupt. For the price it is a definite steal.
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5 out of 5 stars
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hmfu - 5 months ago
My 3 and 4 year old had a lot of fun with this. It definitely requires a parent to help, and be advised there are things that take time to dry so we did some on Saturday and finished it on Sunday.
Great fun with education along the way
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Cj2021 - 5 months ago, Verified purchaser
This was great fun to do with my daughter. There is a great little book included which is educational for kids regarding volcanoes and the different types and activity. We made the volcanos with the included supplies, painted it with the included paints and then make it erupt with the included mixtures. It was great fun to do and my daughter loved it.
Nice Gift
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
NolesRule - 6 months ago, Verified purchaser
Nice gift to give to Toys for Tots
Value for the $
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Grandma Valleri - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
We haven’t used it yet as it’s for my grandson for Christmas. What impressed us from reading the details and seeing the actual weight of the item is what I will review on. Clear instructions Heavy weight Incudes activities and materials Has a souvenir volcanic rock-we really like the kits than have something interactive and tangible It looks like a fun and interactive activity to do with him
Great STEM activity
5 out of 5 stars
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Meesh3ll3 - 7 months ago, Verified purchaser
Fun activity with my 3 boys 5 and under. They enjoy making the mold, painting their volcano, then erupting it. We made it a 3 day activity. Great price for a STEM activity. It also comes with a pamphlet explaining how volcanos erupted.
Underwhelmed
1 out of 5 stars
Would not recommend
Eugene - 8 months ago, Verified purchaser
Incredibly disappointing and underwhelming. Just do the standard at home volcano and ignore this.
Volcano activity
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Sami - 9 months ago, Verified purchaser
Fun activity for the kids to do on a rainy day. Definitely good entertainment.
Fun eruptions!
5 out of 5 stars
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HomeschoolingMomof4 - 10 months ago, Verified purchaser
Fun experiment for the kids! We're currently studying Geology and these were a great addition to our curriculum!
Great fun!
5 out of 5 stars
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rperry - 11 months ago, Verified purchaser
Great fun from casting the mold to painting to “erupting”! Just remember to place on a cookie sheet or easy to clean surface for the eruption. ;)
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Happy - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Kids had so much fun doing this
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Small - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
This was so fun for the family! It does take patience and time but it’s worth it. We enjoyed it very much with our two daughters (age 7 and 10). I’m not sure how any kid got this in their eyes. It does not explode straight up; it bubbles so make your kids back up or wear safety googles people.
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4 out of 5 stars
Not working - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
Purchased several times, would be better with more ingredients for multiple explosions.
Fun and easy to do!
5 out of 5 stars
Would recommend
Ayana A - 1 year ago, Verified purchaser
So fun to make with my 7 year old! The lava stains!! So beware of that Great buy otherwise I love the information and the actual volcano specimens!