best hobby microscope

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• broad age appeal
  3.9 out of 5

• Beginner microscope designed especially for kids, with soft touch knobs and fixed eyepiece.
• Slide platform moves up and down to focus for a more stable view, and the microscope offers 40X, 100X and 400x magnification.
• Internal mirror provides a true view of the specimen, unlike other microscopes which display a reversed view of the sample.
• Accessories such as prepared slides, blank slides, tweezers, and a detailed learning guide make this an unforgettable beginner science kit!
• Suggested Age: 6 Years and Up
• Educational Focus: Science, Biology
• Includes: Activity Guide
• Battery: 3 AAA Alkaline, Required, Not Included

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• Super Value Pack: This Microscope Explorer Set comes with 12 captivating specimen slides and 4 additional blank slides, providing children with an excellent opportunity to explore the microscopic world.
• Good value. Its affordability promotes hands-on learning and scientific discovery, making it an ideal choice for parents who want to nurture their children's curiosity.
• Easy to Use: Designed with a detachable and compact structure, this microscope is perfect for young scientists on the move.
• Indoor & Outdoor Fun. Its lightweight and portable nature allows kids to observe their surroundings anytime, anywhere. Whether indoors or outdoors, this microscope ensures that the spirit of exploration is always accessible.
• Convenient Phone Holder: Equipped with a removable phone holder, this microscope allows kids to easily capture their observations and take photos of what they see through the lens. This feature makes each discovery interactive and fun.
• Educational Toys: This microscope is designed to ignite curiosity and cultivate a love for science and exploration. It encourages children to observe, ask questions, and learn about the microscopic world.
• Suggested Age: 5 Years and Up
• CPSC Choking Hazard Warnings: Choking_hazard_small_parts
• Educational Focus: Biology
• Battery: No Battery Used

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• KIDS WILL LOVE THIS MICROSCOPE - The focus dial and adjustable platform make it easy to keep specimens positioned just right. The zoom dial allows magnification from 50x-250x and lights above and below ensure a great view, every time!
• FASCINATING SPECIMENS - Kids get 6 prepared slides in this microscope kit, along with 6 blank slides to prepare at home! They'll be entertained for hours as they explore the microscopic world with this STEM lab kit!
• A COMPLETE SCIENCE EXPERIMENT KIT - With a pipette, tweezers, easy-to-follow instructions, and a lab guide, kids will be able to conduct tons of science experiments, investigating the world around them just like real scientists!
• INFORMATIVE LAB GUIDE - Kids will use their microscope to the fullest with the included lab guide! They'll learn about cell structures & microorganisms, keep track of their observations & more.
• HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATIONAL TOYS - We're proud to make the highest quality hands-on science toys, and all our products are backed by exceptional service. If your experience is less than stellar, let us know and we'll make things right!
• Number of Pieces: 1
• Suggested Age: 6 Years and Up
• Assembly Details: No Assembly Required
• Educational Focus: Biology
• Product Name: National Geographic Junior Microscope Science Kit - Up to 250x Magnification, 6 Prepared & 6 Blank Slides, Tweezers, Pipette, Lab Guide & More
• Material: Plastic