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These are the books, kits, and supplies I recommend. Each pick includes why I use it and the age range it fits best. [Add a sentence about how you choose what goes on this page.]
Science kits & lab gear
The basics for doing real experiments at home, safely.
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Ages 5+
[Kids’ safety goggles]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Ages 10+
[Beginner chemistry kit]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Ages 6+
[Plastic beaker and graduated cylinder set]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
Microscopes & magnifiers
Tools for looking closer, from backyard bugs to onion cells.
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Ages 4+
[Handheld magnifying glass]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Ages 8+
[Pocket microscope]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Ages 10+
[Beginner compound microscope]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
Books by grade
Read-alouds and references that explain science well.
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Grades K–2
[Science picture book]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Grades 3–5
[Science read-aloud chapter book]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Grades 6–8
[Middle school chemistry book]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
Math manipulatives
Hands-on tools that make abstract ideas concrete.
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Ages 5+
[Base-ten blocks]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Ages 7+
[Fraction tiles]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Ages 4+
[Balance scale]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
Nature study
For walks, journals, and backyard observation.
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All ages
[Nature journal]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Ages 6+
[Regional field guide]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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Ages 4+
[Bug viewer]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
Homeschool organization & planning
Tools that help homeschool days run smoothly.
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For parents
[Homeschool planner]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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For parents
[Rolling storage cart]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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For parents
[Label maker]
Why I use it: [One sentence on why you use it and who it is best for.]
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