Learning ResourcesGeoSafari Jr. My First Microscope & 20-Pack AAA Alkaline Batteries - Ideal for Preschool Children Aged 3-6, Unisex, STEM & Observation Skills, Earth Science

My 4 year old loved it.

My nephew went on and on about getting this for xmas. But it really doesn't seem to do much - slightly magnifies whilst shining a low light. He literally lost interest after 20 seconds. Maybe he'll come back to it when he's finished with his other presents - looks a bit boring though.

Let's get over the unfair comments posted by 1 and 2 star reviews.The magnifying power of this microscope is 2xIt is most definitely NOT a toy - it's a genuine microscope of the type which lets you look AT not through objects. (ie: no slides)So why have I awarded it 5 stars?I bought it for our granddaughters, the eldest of whom (just turned 5) has been showing a real interest in the natural world and the how and why of plants, seeds, insects etc. She has used a magnifying glass and thoroughly enjoyed that - but just as recorders don't naturally move on to any other instrument such as reed instruments, so magnifying glasses don't, of themselves, move on to anything other than larger magnifying glasses.A main point about this GeoSafari microscope is that it IS a microscope.It has the traditional knurled wheel which lifts and lowers the barrels.It works in EXACTLY the same way as a traditional stereo microscope which lets you look AT objects, rather than THROUGH them (such as when using slides).When in use, even when looking at a small insect in a small container, you can concentrate on looking as opposed to when you use a magnifying glass and have to also concentrate on keeping it still and steady.The GeoSafari leads on naturally to the use of more advanced microscopes, whether stereoscopic or slide-based. Examples of which are The Apex Examiner Microscope The New Apex Learner Microscope There are also pocket microscopes such as the type associated with the Natural History Museum but I've yet to give this a thorough test. Natural History Museum Pocket Microscope I'm attaching a few photos of our granddaughter using the GeoSafari for the first time.She ended up scouring the house and garden for things to study and even began to dissect flower-heads to see what they looked like inside. This COULD have been done with a magnifying glass, but when using the microscope she could use both her hands to carefully move the object to and fro on the viewing platform.I have nothing against magnifying glasses - they're very useful and they have their uses, but the GeoSafari is a fantastic introduction to the world of a microscopy.

My 5 yr old grandson loves it, he’s always looking for things to see under the microscope and plays for hours on it. It’s a good educational item for a child and worth the money.

We love these science products for the 3-5 year olds that we purchased after Christmas 2019 as a New Year's treat. They are sturdy and I don't think our youngest will be able to break them in anyway. We are looking forward to exploring nature and our children are looking forward to examining specimens using their new science products. We would definitely buy from this company again and will spread the word to encourage our friends and family to invest in these products as they are fun and help children to learn about nature in a close-up way.

Bit disappointed, resolution not to good and basically peace of plastic with a weal and a light …. Not good quality makes already squishy sounds I doubt my 3 year old will be able to use it for long till it breaks…..

The media could not be loaded.  I bought this in October as a Christmas present for my niece (punished for early preparation!)It was already broken inside the box but we weren't aware until Christmas came, when I'm now outside of the return window. With a broken toy and no way to contact the seller for a refund, I've rates it 1 star.Additionally, if it was in working condition, I'd still be underwhelmed by the level of magnification as 8x magnification doesn't quite go far enough to pique an interest.

It's simple design is ideal for my 3 nearly 4 year old, there's a button for a light on the front and a simple good sized focus gear on the sides. My only down sides are the plastic is quite squeaky and there is the a SLIGHT mark scratched on the front, nothing that will effect the use just annoying when it's a gift however overall I'm happy with it and think it's brilliant for younger children ☺

Chafita pero bueno

Easy to use. Portable. It is a Christmas gift , but I can imagine my granddaughter outside in the summer exploring nature. It is easy to use and the light should be useful to illuminate darker objects.

Attira decisamente l’attenzione di bambini interessati ad osservare quanto li circonda iniziando dalle cose più piccole

Para pequeños bien, a partir de 5 años ya no los engañas..no sé ve muy bien.

Interessante para crianças, mas não dá ora ger muitos detalhes