AmScope120X-1200X 52-pcs Beginner Microscope STEM Kit with Metal Body Microscope, Plastic Slides, LED Light and Carrying Box (M30-ABS-KT2-W),White

This was a gift for my grandson a few years ago. He was really happy with it when he received it. He looked at everything he could fit on the view plate, he used it all the time and had a lot of fun. He still has it on his dresser and it still works well, this is a few years later and he still uses it sometimes. He has never mentioned any problems with it. If your kids want a microscope this one would be a good one to get.

Recomendado, los niños se entretienen mucho explorando este mundo pequeño.Se asombran saber la existencia de vida en microorganismos

The Design reminds me of my first microscope, it is fun for kids and even adults to explore and learn. It is made of a durable metal frame, the weight attests to it being well made, and the light brightness allows you to see clearly, has a pamphlet with great ideas for use. I highly recommend

Excellent choice for my great nephew's 6th birthday. The slides aren't glass so are durable for children. Several slides are prepared with familiar samples. Great family science experiences ahead

I got this for my daughter for Christmas next month. I thought I would give it a try since I saw all these bad reviews. This is an amazing microscope for the price and works really well. I have a history of working with them and found it very easy to find the samples on the slides. They also showed up really nicely. The key it to start with the smallest magnification (300), once you have found your sample and focused on it then attempt using the higher magnifications. Some of the slides are not meant to be seen with the highest magnification. Also be sure to clean all slides before viewing as all of ours had dust on them. It will be harder to see anything with dust on the slide. The eye piece also needed to be cleaned because it was dusty. The microscope is metal, the stage is plastic with plastic clips. I did find it a bit annoying that I could not move the stage from side to side, so when viewing I had to move the slide its self. I have not used the hatchery or any of the other things as I am gifting this in a month. Even without using those items I am very pleased with this product. It was better then I could have imagined. I cant wait to make slides with my daughter and see what we can see. I have included some images I captured of each slide with my camera. These are not as clear as they are when viewing it through the scope with your eyes. However I wanted to show everyone that this microscope does indeed work. I found all of the samples with in a matter of minutes besides the corn root (blue slide with small round circles on it all in rows). The corn root is pale yellow, making it hard to see with the light shining on it. So I used the blue light filter to help bring it out better. I hope this helps you all feel more comfortable about making your decision with this brand. The carrying case is a nice plus too.

It was easy to use - thought we got the one with the shrimp to grow as it was stated in the ad. But overall kid is happy.

No top illumination

Great for gift!! My kids love it. Good quality, durable case.