National Geographic Kids Dissect a Brain, Burst Blood Cells, and More, Great Stem Kit for 15 Gross Science Lab Experiments

My son loves all things science and all things gross, so this was a hit! Allowed him to discover and explore with hands-on experiments. My son is 8 but I’m sure this would appeal to kids of any age. Recommended!

I bought this kit for my little brother, and honestly, it was a huge hit. From the moment he opened it, he was really excited to see everything included. His favorite part was definitely the “gross” experiments because, of course, that is the best thing ever to a 10-year-old. I liked that it not only kept him entertained but also made him curious and ask questions about how things work. Definitely a great gift choice.

I purchased this Science Kit as a gift for my nephew, and it was an absolute hit. From the moment he opened it, he was completely hooked. Instead of just playing with another toy, he was fully immersed in hands-on experiments that actually made him think. He couldn’t stop talking about what he was learning. The experiments kept him engaged for hours. It wasn’t a one-and-done activity, he keeps going back to try new experiments. If you’re looking for a gift that’s exciting, interactive, and actually sparks curiosity about science, this is it. It’s rare to find something that makes kids this enthusiastic about learning. Five stars without hesitation.

Grandson LOVED this right before Halloween!

If your child believes the word “gross” actually means “best day ever,” congratulations — you’ve found just the thing! This kit was an immediate hit. Boiling boogers? Glowing worms? Test tube vomit? My daughter was absolutely delighted. I, meanwhile, questioned some life choices… but in a supportive STEM-parent kind of way. What I didn’t expect was how much real science is packed in here. While she was loving the slime and fake bodily fluids, she was also learning about polymers, chemical reactions, and pH. It’s basically a sneaky education operation disguised as chaos. The instructions are clear enough that kids can mostly handle it themselves, which is huge. I supervised, but I wasn’t required to earn a chemistry degree first. Important note: it is messy. This is not a “light a candle and sip tea” activity. This is a “cover the table, roll up sleeves, embrace the yuck” activity. Dress accordingly. Bonus: there are extra experiments using household items, so it doesn’t get tossed aside after one weekend. Final verdict: 10/10 for gross-out joy, strong STEM value, and giving kids the kind of hands-on science experience they’ll actually remember.