This hands-on STEM activity lets kids chip away to uncover simulated specimens preserved in simulated amber, sparking curiosity about Earth’s history. Each kit includes excavation tools, simulated amber stones, and a collectible STEM Earth Science card for an educational experience. Designed for ages 8 and up, it combines fun exploration with real scientific learning.
Suggested Age: 8 Years and Up
Educational Focus: Science
Includes: Instruction Guide
Battery: No Battery Used
TCIN: 94756318
UPC: 042409527498
Item Number (DPCI): 086-00-9554
Origin: Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 2.32 inches length x 6.02 inches width x 9.17 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.78 pounds
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This item can be returned to any Target store or Target.com.
This item must be returned within 90 days of the date it was purchased in store, delivered to the guest, delivered by a Shipt shopper, or picked up by the guest.
Only had 2 pieces of amber in it and Target refused to replace it.
1 reply from NSI Product Support Team team - 23 days ago
We’re sorry to hear your Smithsonian Amber Dig Value Kit did not include what you expected, Maayan. We understand how disappointing that would be, especially when you were hoping Target could replace it for you. Please reach out to our customer service team at custserv@nsi-int.com, and they will be happy to help. Please put “Target Review Follow Up” in the subject line and let them know you published this review under the name Maayan.
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5 out of 5 stars
23 April, 2026Verified purchase
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Great toys for kids
1 reply from NSI Product Support Team team - 4 months ago
Thank you for sharing your feedback, Bob67. We’re so glad to hear the Smithsonian Amber Dig Value Kit was a hit and that you found it to be a great toy for kids. We really appreciate you taking the time to leave a review.
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25 January, 2026
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The dowel should be a bit sharper as it dulls throughout the process but was a nice activity for my kid. Only three stones which we didn’t realize until after and reading the instructions. However, a great activity for a nice price that kept me and my 4 yo busy for a while.
1 reply from NSI Product Support Team team - 5 months ago
Thanks for sharing this, Sarah. We’re glad to hear it kept you and your little one busy and engaged. We appreciate the note on the dowel and instructions as well. That kind of feedback is really helpful and we’ll make sure it’s shared with our team.
