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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Mega Fossil and Gemstone Dig Kit - Excavate 20 Real Fossils and Gems, Science Kit for Kids, Rock Digging Excavation Kit, Geology Gifts for Boys and Girls (Amazon Exclusive)

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Size extra_Large
Brand NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
Theme Geology
Age Range (Description) 8 years and up
Item Dimensions LxWxH 7.68 x 2.17 x 10.04 inches

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  • YOUR KIDS WILL ENJOY HOURS OF FUN - This extra-large dig brick has 20 incredible gemstone and fossil specimens, allowing your kids to experience the thrill of discovery over and over again. It's sure to become one of their favorite educational activities!
  • REAL SPECIMENS YOUR KIDS WILL TREASURE - This digging kit is so exciting because every specimen is genuine. Your children will uncover genuine gemstones and fossils that are millions of years old, making this a truly unforgettable educational toy!
  • EVERYTHING YOUR CHILD NEEDS – This National Geographic science kit has all the tools your child needs to dig like the pros! In addition to the dig brick, there’s a chisel, brush, and magnifying glass. Hands-on learning has never been so fun!
  • DEDICATED TO EDUCATION – National Geographic STEM kits make learning fun for your child. The hands-on thrill of finding specimens is enhanced by our full-color Learning Guide, packed with information on each of the specimens they discover. Makes a great STEM gift for boys and girls!
  • HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATIONAL TOYS - We're proud to make the highest quality hands-on science toys, and all our products are backed by exceptional service. If your experience is less than stellar, let us know and we'll make things right!

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National Geographic Mega Gemstone & Fossil Dig Kit

Unearth 20 incredible gemstone and fossil specimens from this extra-large dig brick! You'll dig like a real archaeologist with the included digging tools, and learn about each specimen with the full-color Learning Guide.

Dig like a pro and find 20 genuine gemstone and fossil specimens!

The National Geographic Mega Gemstone and Fossil Dig Kit gives your child a phenomenally fun, hands-on chance to discover real gemstones and fossils!

This Kit Includes 10 real gemstones and 10 real fossils in the extra-large dig brick, 1 excavation tool, 1 brush, 1 magnifying glass, and a full-color Learning Guide with instructions.

The genuine gemstones in the dig brick include polished Agate, Green Aventurine, Rose Quartz, Red Jasper along with rough Desert Rose, Geode, Tiger's Eye, Pyrite, Blue Quartz, and Aragonite specimens.

The 10 real fossil specimens include Crinoid, Bivalve, Coprolite, Brachiopod, Natural Orthoceras, Pink Gastropod & more specimens.

With the digging tools provided your child will excavate each specimen like a pro! Once they unearth these all the gemstones and fossils, they’ll have 20 incredible artifacts to study and add to their collection.

They’ll also learn about each gemstone and fossil with the detailed Learning Guide included in this kit. The booklet helps to make this digging kit one of the most well-rounded educational toys you’ll find. It’s a great kids toy for boys and girls and a fantastic STEM gift for any curious child!

Order the Mega Gemstone and Fossil Dig Kit and join National Geographic as we inspire future generations with a passion for science and the wonders of the natural world!

We make the highest quality hands-on science toys, and all products are backed by exceptional service. With a mission to inspire people to care about the planet, the National Geographic Society is one of the world’s largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations.

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    4.7 out of 5 stars
    4.7 out of 5
    4,651 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the entertainment value, quality and gift idea of the science fundamentals kit. For example, they mention it's a fun activity that keeps children busy and engaged, the fossils and gems are of nice size and quality, and the content is informative and fun. They appreciate the gemstones, saying they're beautifully polished. That said, some complain about the messiness and disagree on size.

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    57 customers mention57 positive0 negative

    Customers find the science fundamentals kit fun and engaging. They say it adds to the kid's imagination and learning of science. Customers also mention that the kit has lots of finds and is messy.

    "...education behind the gems and fossils is cool and it’s just a fun activity overall." Read more

    "An educational and interesting game for children, passes the time and gives children time without screens. I bought as a gift for my nephews...." Read more

    "...It’s very educational and fun and well worth the money." Read more

    "...Was a great way to occupy them on a cold, rainy day!" Read more

    23 customers mention21 positive2 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the science fundamentals kit. They mention that the fossils and gems are of good quality.

    "...The quality is great, the education behind the gems and fossils is cool and it’s just a fun activity overall." Read more

    "...My daughter's love these rock digs and they are great quality." Read more

    "Grandchild loved digging up the fossils and gems. The gems were of nice size and quality. I'd buy another like it." Read more

    "My preschooler loves this!!! (We do too). Great product, educational, fun and created a fun family time activity for the whole family...." Read more

    22 customers mention22 positive0 negative

    Customers find the science fundamentals kit an amazing, highly recommended gift for children. They say it's an easy gift that covers all the bases. Customers also say it makes a good gift for young rock collectors and a future scientist.

    "...have the patience, I wouldn’t recommend buying it but to me it’s a wonderful gift just make sure your son or grandson has the patience to sit down..." Read more

    "Pro: What a creative, engaging gift to give anyone. I bought this for my niece and she loved it...." Read more

    "...This makes an awesome gift or activity for your kids." Read more

    "...I figure this covered all the bases and was an easy gift. She absolutely loves it...." Read more

    20 customers mention20 positive0 negative

    Customers find the education behind gems and fossils cool, informative, and fun. They also love that there are plenty of hidden gems to dig through and it keeps them busy for long. Customers say the kit is easy to use while still allowing some scientific inquiry and exploration. They say the information sheets have fun facts and the book that comes with it teaches about different stones.

    "...The quality is great, the education behind the gems and fossils is cool and it’s just a fun activity overall." Read more

    "An educational and interesting game for children, passes the time and gives children time without screens. I bought as a gift for my nephews...." Read more

    "...He said it was so fun and loved learning all the stones." Read more

    "...This kit helps work on his muscles and teaches about different stones. Took him a few days just to get through the gemstone kit. Great find!" Read more

    18 customers mention15 positive3 negative

    Customers like the gemstones in the science fundamentals kit. They say the stones are beautiful, cool, and fun. Some mention that the gems are beautifully polished and stunning for a child's eye. Overall, customers find the product to be creative and fun, with a nice little booklet with photos and information.

    "Pro: What a creative, engaging gift to give anyone. I bought this for my niece and she loved it...." Read more

    "Well I have to give my FULL review here! Very cool and fun!!❌BUT!!❌ this is not for in your home⚠️UNLESS..." Read more

    "...The gems are beautifully polished making them much more intriguing to a 5 year old who likes shiny objects...." Read more

    "...The rocks are all polished and nice, and some of the fossils have also been polished where appropriate, and are a variety of sizes...." Read more

    13 customers mention10 positive3 negative

    Customers like the value of the science fundamentals kit. They say it's well worth the money.

    "...Definitely worth it! It says it’s for ages 8+, however, it kept (and is still keeping) my 6 year old super busy!..." Read more

    "...It’s very educational and fun and well worth the money." Read more

    "...Definitely worth it to see his face as he working on it. Good value for the money" Read more

    "...Totally worth the money and a great way to keep interest in sciences." Read more

    15 customers mention10 positive5 negative

    Customers are mixed about the size of the specimens in the science fundamentals kit. Some mention that the specimen is a very good size, while others say that the jems or fossils are so small it was a joke.

    "...It’s a nice variety of stones." Read more

    "...My only complaint is that the mallet included is just too small. The handle needs to be longer...." Read more

    "Purchased for my daughter and she loved the wide assortment of rocks." Read more

    "This one is great fun. The “finds” are of good quality and size and keeps the little ones occupied for quite a period of time...." Read more

    14 customers mention0 positive14 negative

    Customers find the science fundamentals kit messy. They mention that it makes a big mess, even when they put it on a cookie sheet. Customers also say that the dust and mud gets everywhere.

    "...water to really get to a place where she could get rocks out - lots of dust and mud!" Read more

    "...She was able to dig and find her own!Con: a little messy, but just make sure to put a cloth down before anyone starts digging!" Read more

    "...It does make a big mess even when we put it on a cookie sheet...." Read more

    "...10/10. Just don't ignore the part about doing this outside because it is MESSY...." Read more

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    A friend of mine bought this for her kids and I automatically knew I had to buy it for mine! Definitely worth it! It says it’s for ages 8+, however, it kept (and is still keeping) my 6 year old super busy! The quality is great, the education behind the gems and fossils is cool and it’s just a fun activity overall.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Exciting Gift!
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