STEM & Learning
Kids Handheld Microscope
$36.99
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ABOUT THIS TOY
A pocket microscope small enough to hold in one hand, with a built-in LED so a leaf, a coin or a sweater can be looked at properly wherever it happens to be.
Why we picked it
Most kids' microscopes are desk-bound and end up in a cupboard. A handheld one goes in a pocket on a walk, which is where interesting things actually are.
Size and finish
Roughly the size of a small flashlight. Focus and zoom are adjusted on the barrel.
Who it suits
Ages 5-7 and 8-12.
Safety
Contains small parts and a lens. Never point it at the sun or use it to look at the sun. Battery compartment should be closed by an adult.
Before you buy
Optical, not digital. It does not connect to a phone or take photos, and magnification at the top of the range needs a steady hand and good light.
What's in the box
Handheld microscope with LED illumination.