Science - nature
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World treasure hunt map

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1170
T0781

This huge, vinyl floor mat is sure to excite your students about world geography! Colourful and sturdy, the 122cm x 183cm wipe-clean mat is large enough for students to stand or sit on, and can be hung for whole-class instruction or display when not in use. All continents are colour-coded and labelled, and all oceans are labelled. Set includes 24 flag markers in four colours and 21 "clue" cards containing multiple facts about neutral landmarks, agriculture, climate, and more. Activity Guide included.
Ages 4 to 10

Inflatable insects

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1800
T0835

These eye-catching, super-sized insects will fascinate your students. The realistic details of the ladybird, dragonfly, ant, bee and grasshopper are based on insect field guides and allow you to teach the body parts of the insect. Hang tabs allow for a perfect science display. Maximum size measures 63cm x 75cm. Includes repair kit and Activity Guide.
Ages 5 to 9

Inflatable butterfly life cycle

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1801
T0836

Huge size makes an impressive display and immediately captures students’ attention. Beautifully and realistically detailed, the egg, caterpillar, cocoon and butterfly provide a perfect opportunity to teach about life cycles. The butterfly, the largest of the four inflatables, measures 75cm x 63.5cm. Each has convenient hang tabs for easy science display. Includes repair kit and Activity Guide.
Ages 5 to 9

Inflatable frog life cycle

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1802
T0837

Teach the life cycle of frogs with this intriguing set of four large inflatables. Realistically depicts eggs, tadpole, tadpole with legs and frog. Enormous size makes it easy for everyone in the class to see and handle. Hang tabs for display. Size of the adult frog measures 43cm x 63.5cm. Includes repair kit and Activity Guide.
Ages 5 to 9

Inflatable ocean life set

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1804
T0839

Your ocean unit or lesson will come to life with this set of five big, bright, inflatable ocean animals (crab, dolphin, octopus, shark and starfish). Activity Guide featuring suggested classroom activities, games and fun facts about ocean life is included. When the lesson is over, use the hang tags on each animal for classroom decoration. The largest inflatable animal is 81cm long.
Ages 5 to 10

Inflatable parts of an insect

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1805
T0840

This giant (56cm) inflatable bee will get students buzzing as they learn three sections (head, thorax and abdomen) of an insect's body. Each section is clearly labelled and attaches to the others easily and securely with hook and loop fasteners. The accompanying guide features activities, suggestions for use, and fun insect facts. When the lesson is completed, use this realistic-looking, oversized bee for an eye-catching classroom display!
Ages 5 to 10

Inflatable globe

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2432
T0963

Make a game of geography. Toss this 30.5cm globe to students and have them identify continents, countries, capitals and oceans. Or hang for display. Includes repair kit and Activity Guide.

Inflatable solar system set

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2434
T0964

Set includes 91.4cm sun, 55.9cm Jupiter, 45.7cm Saturn (with rings), 35.6cm Neptune, 35.6cm Uranus, 30.5cm Venus, 30.5cm Earth, 25.4cm Mars, 35.4cm Mercury, 20.3cm Pluto, and 20.3cm Moon, Teachers’ Activity Guide and convenient foot pump. Demonstrate rotation, revolution and orbit. Teach the position, order, size and shape of the planets and sun. When the lesson is over, hang everything from the ceiling on the hooks provided. Deflates for easy storage. Made of durable, washable plastic. 
Ages 5+

Inflatable eclipse set

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2435
T0965

Engage students in learning about the solar system with this inflatable kit, which includes a 30.5cm earth, a 91.4cm sun and a 20.3cm moon. Perfect for hands-on learning about eclipses, revolution, orbit and rotation, the kit also includes a flashlight and convenient foot pump for fast inflation. Quick deflation makes it easy to store. Flashlight requires 2 AA batteries, not included. 
Ages 5+

Foot pump for inflatables

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1797
T0832

Save valuable time and effort when inflating or deflating any of our inflatable products (or any other inflatable product) with this multi-purpose pump! Made of impact-resistant plastic and heavy-duty, vinyl-coated nylon, the compact pump includes two differently sized nozzles for maximum versatility across your curriculum.
Ages 2+

Poster storage bag

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1950
T0845

 Keep posters and classroom decorations clean and flat with this oversized, clear storage bag. Made of durable plastic with a nylon handle for easy carrying and hanging, bag measures 61cm x 81.5cm.

Ecology kit

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2002
T0848

 Transform children into scientists and real-life problem-solvers! Each kit includes more than 40 thought-provoking investigations, science materials and a 32-page Teacher’s Guide with instructions, blackline masters and alternative assessment ideas. Show children how to make earth-friendly decisions in everyday life. Topics include environmental cleanup, erosion, food shortages and the green-house effect. Experiments connect air, water, soil, plants and human life.
Ages 9 to 11

Rocks and minerals kit

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2005
T0851

Transform children into scientists and real-life problem-solvers! Each kit includes more than 40 thought-provoking investigations, science materials and a 32-page Teacher’s Guide with instructions, blackline masters and alternative assessment ideas.  Open new windows into many different subjects, including mathematical symmetry in crystals, natural history, fossils, acid rain, weather and erosion.
Ages 9 to 11

Bug box

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2032
T0860

Crystal-clear plastic containers include a magnifying lid with air holes and a sizing grid.
Ages 5+

Volcanoes, earthquakes and tsunamis kit

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2127
T0901

Involve curious minds in science they can see! This themed kit is packed with fun and informative experiments. The kit contains materials for 24 easy-to-understand activities, an eight page guide with glossary and literature list. Shake, rattle and roll! Children will explore the most dynamic displays of Earth’s ever-changing environment.
Ages 8 to 13

Science poster pocket chart

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2305
T0940

Four colourful and detailed posters (solar system, parts of plant, parts of an insect and a water cycle) are sure to keep the class interested and learning about their world. Using the included label cards or your own, match the name with the item. Coloured borders correspond with the poster and cards for easy organization. Includes 24 cards, 2 double-sided posters and measures 109cm x 90cm.

Erupting volcano model

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2430
T0962

 There’s nothing like an erupting volcano to get children fired up about science! One half of the detailed cross-section shows the inside, the other is labeled A, B, C & D for assessing knowledge. Includes easy-to-make lava recipe and 33cm clear plastic tray for quick clean up. Measures 28cm x 33cm and includes fact-filled Teacher’s Guide.
Ages 6 to 10

Cross section earth model

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2437
T0967

This hands-on model makes illustrating the mysteries of the earth easy. The outside of the model shows the oceans and continents. The earth’s two hemispheres separate to show the four main layers of the earth: crust, mantel, outer core and inner core, their temperatures and depths. It’s easy for students to handle and examine because it’s made of soft foam and measures 12.7cm in diameter. Includes fact-filled activity guide. 
Ages+

Cross section plant cell model

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1901
T0842

This model of a plant cell splits in half to provide a cross-section view and make teaching the parts of a plant cell easy. One half of the colourful foam model is labelled with letters only for quizzing purposes. Included Activity Guide provides detailed information on plant cells. Cell measures 13cm across.
Ages 7 to 11

Cross section sun model

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2439
T0968

Children are naturally curious about their environment, and a great place to start is with the Sun. This 13cm foam model helps students learn about this amazing star. On one side is temperature and the Sun’s layers (core, radiation, convection and photosphere), and on the other side the layers are labeled A, B, C & D for quizzing. Includes fact-filled Activity Guide.
Ages 5 to 8

Durable 5cm compass

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2589
T1007

Includes instructions, protective cover and lanyard for carrying convenience.

Large compass

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2593
T1009

7.6cm diameter.

Tabletop pc cards animal habitat

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2669
T1018

Introduce and expand the study of animals in the wild with these colour-coded photographic pocket chart cards. Cards feature a full-colour photograph of each animal in its desert, grassland, ocean, or tropical forest habitat on the front and the name of the animal on the reverse. Also includes name cards for each of the four habitats. These self-checking cards are double-sided and measure 6.5cm high. For use with any of our tabletop or standard pocket charts.
Ages 6 to 8

Butterfly life cycle nature block

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2734
T1023

Get them interested in nature as they view life stages of a real white butterfly specimen species: Artogea rapae (Pieridae family). Stages include eggs, larva, chrysalis, and butterfly. A great addition to your science corner, large acrylic block lets students see all the details up close. Durable for years of use. Interesting fact guide included. Measures 11cm x 2.5cm x 5cm.
Ages 5 to 9

Nature blocks

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2736
T1024

The perfect additions to your science corner, Nature Blocks are a durable and easy way for students to view real plant, insect and arachnid specimens year-round. Three acrylic nature blocks encase five specimens: wasp, housefly, ant and bean seed germination. Use them again and again. Nature Blocks work with the Scout® (LER 2750), or any microscope. Blocks are 5.1cm x 2.2cm x 0.9cm. Set includes suggested activities to extend the learning. 
Ages 5+

Classifying cards oceans

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2914
T1030

Perfect for varying skill levels. Early learners can do simple sorting and classifying while advanced students learn about animals. Teaches students about a range of wildlife in various settings. Includes 25 oversized 12.7cm x 17.8cm cards in a box: 24 animals in full-colour on one side, and class, habitat, location, size, diet, body covering and fun fact on the other side. Teaching card included.
Ages 5 to 11

Classifying cards deserts

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2915
T1031

Perfect for varying skill levels. Early learners can do simple sorting and classifying while advanced students learn about animals. Teaches students about a range of wildlife in various settings. Includes 25 oversized 12.7cm x 17.8cm cards in a box: 24 animals in full-colour on one side, and class, habitat, location, size, diet, body covering and fun fact on the other side. Teaching card included.
Ages 5 to 11

Classifying cards tropical forests

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2916
T1032

Perfect for varying skill levels. Early learners can do simple sorting and classifying while advanced students learn about animals. Teaches students about a range of wildlife in various settings. Includes 25 oversized 12.7cm x 17.8cm cards in a box: 24 animals in full-colour on one side, and class, habitat, location, size, diet, body covering and fun fact on the other side. Teaching card included.
Ages 5 to 11

Classifying cards grasslands

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2917
T1033

Perfect for varying skill levels. Early learners can do simple sorting and classifying while advanced students learn about animals. Teaches students about a range of wildlife in various settings. Includes 25 oversized 12.7cm x 17.8cm cards in a box: 24 animals in full-colour on one side, and class, habitat, location, size, diet, body covering and fun fact on the other side. Teaching card included.
Ages 5 to 11

Classifying cards bundle

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2918
T1034

Perfect for varying skill levels. Early learners can do simple sorting and classifying while advanced students learn about animals. Teaches students about a range of wildlife in various settings. Includes 25 oversized 12.7cm x 17.8cm cards in a box: Teaching card included.
Ages 5 to 11.

Packaged 1 x set of 4. 

Tabletop observation station

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2930
T1040

Capture students' attention with this convenient tabletop observation station. Use it to display caterpillars, shells, flowers - or anything that will fit in the station's moveable drawer with air holes. Durable construction and removable legs for easy, compact storage. Perfect for centres or labs. Measures 18cm x 23cm.
Ages 3 to 10

Solar system floor mat

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Larger picture 
T1128

Journey from planet to planet on this giant vinyl floor mat that features the Sun and all the planets of our solar system. Mat provides a concrete, kinaesthetic way to learn about the planets and how Earth fits into the universe. Also includes 10 large (11 1/2cm x 18cm), double-sided cards with facts and true/false questions about each planet and the Sun. Cards can be used for quizzing or for game play. Guide included. Mat measures 305cm x 30.5cm.
Ages 6 to 8

Planet quest game

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5079
T1129

The first animal in space was a dog. True or False? The sun is a star. True or False? Learning about our solar system is much more than memorizing planets! It’s full of fascinating facts. For 2-4 players or teams, this board game includes 132 true/false questions on the nine planets, the earth’s moon, supernovas, asteroids and much more. Earn planet cards for correct answers. Put the planets in the right order, and you win! Measures 121.9cm.
Ages 6 to 10