National GeographicReal Bug Dig Kit - Insect Excavation Kits for Kids with Genuine Spider, Scorpion and Beetle Fossils | STEM Educational Science Kits Gifts for 8+ Year Old Boys and Girls

Don’t normally write in depth reviews of things but was a bit hesitant buying this not being sure what to expect but my bought for my boys 6th birthday and he loves both sharks and fossils, rocks, gems etc so this seemed like a perfect combination.The tools were easy for him to use to dig in, we had to add a bit of water occasionally to help break the block up easier but even for his small hands he was managing to dig through ok. I would say smaller children need a bit more help to get through the painted surface of the brick but once they grasp scraping at the surface of the brick it is pretty easy to dig through.It took us about 20 minutes to get to the teeth in the middle and they were all bunched together which was a shame but really that nitpicking, even once found them it took a bit of time dig round them and brush them off to free them safely. We used a little medicine syringe to apply water where needed and found that worked brilliantly to help keep the mess down too.The specimens revealed are brilliant quality little teeth, with a nice bit of info about them in the book with the set. My lad is absolutely amazed by them and has had to ring all the grandparents to tell them about it, he’s learned the names of the sharks and all about each one as it’s really captured his enthusiasm and excitement for fossils.I can’t recommend it enough if your child is interested in this sort of thing, the immersive action of actively digging and excavating the specimens themselves seemed to make him far more in love with them than just ones he’s bought in gift shops etc too.Only advice I would offer is prepare to take your time digging as they look very easy to accidentally break one or even miss them altogether and use a small amount of water when needed. The brick is like a fine clay and the water cleans the teeth off quickly and nicely too, as mentioned I used a little calpol syringe and that was perfect not to get it everywhere of make a mess of it.I will be picking up more of these sets for him from national geographic for definite as he has thoroughly loved this one and I loved the father son time seeing him so excited! Best smiles for pound present I have ever got him!

This was a great buy as my daughter loves gems, so it was a nice activity for her to do and discover what gems were inside the rocks

Good product for a keen little archaeologist. Was over and done with in 10 minutes and I don't feel that justifies the price but it is well put together and you do get some fossils. Does make quite a mess so make sure it's dug outside or on a sheet etc

Fun game for children

Bought as a present for my daughters 7th birthday - her and her 9year old sister thoroughly enjoyed digging for the gem stones and then looking them up and learning about them in the book included.yes this kit isnt cheap, but compared to other kits, it offers better value for money.My daughter absolutely loves her gemstones, and regularly looks at them and reads the fact book.

Why would you have a box this size and just have everything loose?If you're going to make the customer think it's bigger than it is, at least make it neat.And it's shrink wrapped, which is common yes, but annoying and difficult to remove.

My son loved this very much, so much to learn, he loved the fact that the teeth are real. Unique gift.

These sets are fantastic and I regularly buy them as birthday presents for my kids friends. You get lots of gems and it's not too messy.

My nephews love bugs so this was the perfect gift!I enjoyed watching them play just as much as they enjoyed the toy

Encantados y hasta que no aparecieron todos los objetos no pararon

Systerdottern älskade att hitta stenarna och önskar sig fler

Je suis ravie de mon achat et mon petit garçon était captivé par cette activité. Une véritable chasse aux trésor où on frotte, gratte, tapote. Prévoir un grand plateau pour éviter de mettre du plâtre partout ou en extérieur... si vous êtes maniaques comme moi, encore que le plâtre se nettoie facilement ;) De vraies pierres en guise de trésor qui font 2 à 3 cm. Je suis contente de mon achat.

My son loved the excavating experience, and he was over the moon to find 3 shark teeth 2 of which were from sharks that have gone extinct (and one being an old ancestor of the megladon!). The excavating block is on the smaller size, but it was perfect for my 6yo. It took him about an hour to excavate all 3, and he spent two hours looking at his finds in awe. Very special indeed!!