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Uncle Milton Uncle Milton Giant Ant Farm

the Editor — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 03:33:06 +0000


The largest viewing area of any Ant FarmÂ® habitat! Perfect for classrooms!

Insect Lore Live Butterfly Treehouse kit with DVD mini movie and mail-in voucher. (similar to Insect Lore Live Butterfly Garden)

the Editor — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:30:45 +0000

Editorial Review Did you know that painted ladies (the butterflies, that is) taste with their feet and have 10,000 eyes? You and your kids will be fascinated by all you learn about these beautiful creatures with the Butterfly Treehouse from Insect Lore. The kit comes with a relatively easy-to-assemble observation chamber; supplies for feeding the butterflies (you provide only sugar and water); an informative booklet of clear instructions and butterfly facts; and a certificate for three to five free painted lady caterpillars. The metamorphosis from larva to butterfly takes about three weeks from when you receive the caterpillar larvae (which arrive in a small container with all the nutrients they need). Your children can watch the larvae increase dramatically in size, form chrysalides, and finally emerge into full-fledged painted ladies. This would make a wonderful activity for families with kids of any age, but younger children will need help assembling the observation chamber and reading the instruction booklet. Product Description Witness one of nature's most spectacular transformations up close with this reusable, collapsible habitat. Fine, transparent mesh lets you see butterfly metamorphosis up close. Product includes activity guide complete with care instructions and fascinating butterfly facts. DVD movie with instructions and fun educational butterfly story. Butterfly larvae with food shipped directly to your home. The habitat collapses for storage when not in use. You can adopt and raise a handful of caterpillars, watch them transform into painted lady butterflies, then lift the garden cover to release your beautiful specimens into the wild. This exciting habitat makes a fabulous introduction to the miracles of nature. The larvae and food available round the year, but larvae can only be shipped within the continental USA. It can't be ship to Hawaii, Mexico or Canada.

Backyard Exploration Critter Case (Colors May Vary)

the Editor — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 13:31:13 +0000

It's easy to observe and learn about, insects and butterflies, and small animals like frogs in this collector case. Made of sturdy plastic construction with fabric mesh, this cute habitat measures 7.5 by 5.5 by 8.5 and includes a carrying handle. Mesh walls provide up-close viewing of nature. Easy to open/close sliding plastic door makes catching and releasing a cinch without finger pinches! Perfect for ladybugs too. Ages 5 and Up.

Innovation First Labs, Inc. Hexbug Nano Starter Pack – Micro Robotic Creatures – Colors may vary

the Editor — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 18:26:41 +0000

Everything you need to start going buggy with Hexbug Nano. What s Nano It may look like a bug, but it s actually a very cool little robot that uses the physics of vibration to propel itself along and explore its environment. Starter Set includes 1 easy-connect Hex cell and 2 easy-connect curved pieces, plus 1 extremely rare mutation of micro-robotic Nano to get you started on collecting your own Nano swarm! The possibilities are endless and so is the fun. Learn about the science of micro-robotics as you watch your Nano run and skitter, flip over and pop back on its feet! Let it run free or configure its Hex enclosure in different ways to see what it will do. You can also visit the Hexbug website to register and track your Nano, play games with other collectors, download photos and more. 1+"-long Nano includes batteries. Assembled Starter Set measures approximately 10+" w x 8+" l x 1" h. Nano uses 1 AG13 button cell battery (sold separately for $3). Start your Nano swarm with the Hexbug Nano Starter Set from Brookstone today! Warning: Choking hazard small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Hexbug Original – Colors May Vary

the Editor — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 06:21:34 +0000

The robotic creature that reacts to touch and sound. The HEXBUG is a robotic creature that changes direction in reaction to physical obstacles in its path and loud sounds. Dimensions: 3.75" L x 2.5" H x 4.25" W Batteries are included Color will be selected randomly at the time of shipment based on availability. Awards: iParenting Media Award Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Toy of the Year Award Creative Child 2009 Preferred Choice TDmontly Innovations 2008

Hexbug Nano Habitat Set

the Editor — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 09:45:10 +0000

Reconfigurable set lets you create a variety of Nano homes. Go buggy with Hexbug Nano the micro-robotic creature that acts like a real bug! Habitat Set includes 2 extremely rare Nanos and everything you need to make them a happy home: 4 easy-connect curved pieces, 3 easy-connect straight pieces and 3 easy-connect hexagon pieces. Configure the pieces any way you like, then turn your Nanos loose to play! Real fun with real science. Nanos may look like bugs, but they re actually very cool little robots that use the physics of vibration to propel themselves along and explore their environment. Learn about the science of micro-robotics as you watch them run and skitter, flip over and pop back on their feet all in their own special habitat, custom-made by you! 1+"-long Nanos include batteries. Assembled habitat is 17" w x 14" l x 2+" h. Nanos use 1 AG13 button cell battery each (sold separately for $3). The Hexbug Nano Habitat Set from Brookstone is home-sweet-home for Nanos! Order yours today. Warning: Choking hazard small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Innovation First Labs, Inc. Hexbug Ant (Colors and Styles May Vary)

the Editor — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 02:03:20 +0000

Catch the high-speed Hexbug Ant if you can! This Hexbug may look like a big, colorful ant, but it s actually a very cool little robot built for speed! It s the fastest Hexbug yet zooming forward on its 6 spinning wheel legs until its front antennae and rear wire sensor detect anything in its path and direct it to reverse direction. Let your ant run free, race it with other ants, or create mazes and paths for it to travel. There s always a new and different way to play with the Hexbug Ant! Real fun with real science. Easy to operate with a single power switch, the Hexbug Ant features a translucent shell that reveals its high-speed gear drive and lets you see it in action. A great way to learn about robotic science, regardless of your age! Ant measures approx. 2" long, with batteries included. Ant uses 2 AG13 button cell batteries (sold separately for $3 each). Get on the fast track to buggy fun and order your micro-robotic Hexbug Ant from Brookstone today! Warning: Choking hazard small parts. Not for children under 3 years. NOTE: At this time we are unable to provide online customers with specific color choices for this product. Assorted orders will ship in orange, green, blue, purple or red. To obtain a specific color choice for this product, please visit a Brookstone store near you.

Alex Toys Paper Plate Bugs, Alex Little Hands Art Series

the Editor — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:10:23 +0000

Create crafty crawlers: just layer, glue and stick! There are thousands of possibilities in this one little box! This kit contains colored paper plates, 150 stickers and pre-cut shapes, chenille sticks, pom poms, fringed and crinkled paper, popsicle sticks, buttons, googly eyes, tissue paper, glue stick (1.4oz/40g) and easy to follow instructions. Contents conform to ASTM D4236 & F963. Recommended for children ages 7 and up. WARNING: Choking Hazard-small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Backyard Safari Bug Vacuum

the Editor — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 01:10:34 +0000

Kids love catching bugs! This fun outdoor toy captures insects by battery-operated vacuum suction power without harm into a clear plastic capsule. You can view the bugs through the magnifier in the capsule. Then you can either release the insects back into the outdoors or into the Backyard Safari Bug Habitat (sold separately), built especially to house small insects. The "capture core" even includes a magnifier for cool viewing. Requires four "AA" batteries, included.

One Individual Nano Hexbug Robot with Online Code – Colors May Vary

the Editor — Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:21:31 +0000

Mother Nature meets micro-robotics with Hexbug Nano. Designed to look and behave like a real bug, Nano is actually a very cool little robot that uses the physics of vibration to propel itself along and explore its environment. It runs, it skitters in all directions, it flips over and then pops back on its feet. There s no telling what Nano will do next! Real fun with real science. Let your Nano run free or build a special Nano habitat (sold separately) with a whole family of Nanos. Start a Nano nation! The possibilities are endless and so is the fun. Visit the Hexbug website to register and track your Nano, play games with other collectors, download photos and learn more about robotic science. Nanos measure approx. 1+" long, with batteries included. Nano uses 1 AG13 button cell battery (sold separately for $3). You ll go buggy for Hexbug Nano at Brookstone order a swarm today! Warning: Choking hazard small parts. Not for children under 3 years. NOTE: At this time we are unable to provide online customers with specific color choices for this product. Assorted orders will ship in orange, green, blue, purple or red. To obtain a specific color choice for this product, please visit a Brookstone store near you.