This hands-on set of equipment and activities is perfect for the young scientist in your life. (It makes a great gift for science teachers, too!) The microscope comes with prepared and blank slides as well as tools for collecting samples. The compost kit includes two containers, ideal for comparing how different materials decompose over time. The simple machines kit has all the pieces to build five different machines and explore how they make work easier. Selected by teachers for their educational value, these cool science tools come prepackaged and gift wrapped. The work is done for you!