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Oh, Yuck!


Oh, Yuck! is perfect for children who like gross stuff! It is the all-encompassing compendium of gross yet fascinating facts. From shrunken heads to head lice, ear wax to cockroaches. Impeccably researched, deliciously wry and subversively educational. 8yrs+.

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Ancient Egyptian Kit


Encourage their art and design skills as well as boosting their knowledge of all things Egyptian with this fantastic kit; they will discover the secrets of ancient Egypt – how to wrap a mummy, paint a sarcophagus and construct a pyramid bank. Paint and decorate the artefacts with plaster gauze and hieroglyphic stickers, as well as special metallic and sand paint. 8yrs+.

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All Around the World Memory Game


Expand your child’s knowledge of geographical facts with this fun 10 second memory game. How many facts can they remember after looking at a card after 10 seconds? Brilliant for journeys. 8yrs+.

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Pretend School Set


This classroom set is guaranteed to keep your child captivated for hours - taking the register and teaching numbers and letters to all the toys in your class takes a while. This 149 piece set includes everything they need to imagine the ultimate pretend classroom such as grades book, stickers, a clock, a dry-wipe board, maps, a calendar and much more. It neatly folds up and has a handy carrier handle. Measures 42cmH x 32cmW x 8cmD (when open). 5yrs+.

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Aquasaurs


A truly original science kit which will allow you to hatch and raise real prehistoric creatures at home. Aquasaurs (or Triops Longicaudatus to use their official name) have existed for over 350 million years. Read and follow the instructions carefully, and within six days you’ll be able to see some tiny little Aquasaurs. They live up to 90 days and can grow up to 4-5cmL. The kit includes a tank with magnifier, Aquasaur eggs, thermometer, food, gravel, a complete manual and an order form for more eggs. Children will be weirdly fascinated by them and they are a fantastic interactive project to teach children about evolution. Tank measures 17cmH x 24cmW x 13cmD. Adult assistance recommended for the set up. 6yrs+.

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Pens (Pack of 4)


Pack of 4 dry wipe pens for use on our Write Start Board (<a href="/pws/ProductDetails.ice?ProductID=1131">G8729</a>).

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Time Teacher Wristwatch - Red


This top-quality children’s sports watch is specially marked to help them learn how to tell the time. Water-resistant watch, luminous dial, webbed strap and velcro closure makes it easy for little ones to use. Comes with zipped storage pouch and a 1 year manufacturer’s guarantee.

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National Literacy/Numeracy Magnets - Magnet Board


Reinforce what they’re learning at school by having fun on your fridge at home! These magnetic word sets tie in with each level of the National Literacy Scheme, right through to Year 5; this Magnet Board gives a bit of extra versatility to this clever idea, so you can play with them in the car, the playroom or even in bed. Other items in the range include an Alphabet Set and a Phonics set for Pre-schoolers, a Reception Year set, a Year 1 and 2 Set, a year 3, 4, and 5 Set, and 2 Numeracy Sets; there is also a Giant Reception Year set which is handy for younger children on the verge of independent reading, and a set of Blank Magnets for children to fill in themselves. Please note: if you’re buying Years 1 & 2 or 3, 4 & 5 it is essential to have the Reception year set in order to form complete sentences.

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60 Second Encyclopedia


This children’s encyclopedia contains fascinating facts about animals, nature, the human body and much more, plus amazing statistics and hands-on challenges. Did you know that in 60 seconds the earth travels 1,100 miles around the sun, you lose 8 brain cells, 40,000 skin cells and 1 taste bud. Comes with a 1-minute sand glass timer to use when carrying out the challenges. 8yrs+.

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Blood, Bones and Body Bits


Children’s science kit with the squishy bits left in! Inside this kit you’ll find 6 seriously eye popping experiments. All you need to get going are your own brilliant brains, the weird and wonderful bits and bobs in this kit and a few odds and ends from your home. Squirt blood through a heart, create a cast of your brain, or make a bottom burp. 8yrs+.

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