Thames & Kosmos Magnetic Science | 33 STEM Experiments | Ages 8+ | Learn About Earth’s Magnetic Poles | Discover How Invisible Magnetic Fields Work | Full-Color 48-Page Manual
The verdict
This magnetic science kit offers engaging, mess-free experiments with good instructions and is durable enough for kids ages 5-9, though magnets are fragile if dropped and small pieces may get lost easily.
What parents love
- • contained iron filings no mess
- • comprehensive experiment booklet
- • engaging for multiple ages
- • durable overall quality
- • floating ring feature fun
Worth knowing
- • magnets break if dropped
- • small pieces easy to lose
- • novelty wears off quickly
Safety check — clear
We cross-checked this product and its manufacturer against CPSC recall notices, NHTSA child-seat recalls, FDA recalls and the AAP's safe-sleep criteria on September 7, 2026, and found no active recall or safe-sleep concern. That is a check of the public recall record, not a test of the product.
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