Watch-A-Bug

by Insect Lore

• 2710
• 735569027105
• Brand New Item / Unopened Product
• Insect Lore

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 2.4 x 9.9 inches ; 0.2 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 0.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• ASIN: B000099Z8M
• Item model number: 02711
• Manufacturer recommended age: 4 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,099 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
  • #31 in Toys & Games > Learning & Education > Science > Biology
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (31 customer reviews)

Product Description

Anytime is bug-time with Watch-A-Bug! The pop-open, snap-shut Watch-A-Bug features a see-through mesh canopy and a bug chamber floor composed of high-impact plastic. The versatile "one size fits all" wrist band keeps your critters close at hand - until you pop Watch-A-Bug open to set them free!

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Neat little toy February 26, 2004

By A Customer

Durability: 5.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 5.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I bought this for my 4 yr old last summer and he used it all summer long. It has a durable hook-and-loop strap and the top snaps very securely. It works best for very small insects such as ladybugs, lovebugs, and crickets. My son has even put very tiny frogs in it. Insects such as dragonflies and butterflies are too large for it. It also came with a plastic toy bug in it and he loved using the fake bug to scare grandparents and other relatives.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars My 3 Year Old LOVES this watch! October 22, 2009

By bearboo2

Amazon Verified Purchase

Durability: 5.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 4.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

My 3 year old loves this watch because it leaves his hands free to catch additional insects/bugs; and I love this watch because it tightly clicks shut! So many other bug "boxes" and containers just have lids that are placed on top but don't lock into place which means 99% of the time the little critters are going to end up in places you don't want them! (such as running around your house or in your car while you are driving and your child is strapped in his carseat so obviously can't re-catch them). I have bought about a dozen or so other bug "boxes" or "houses or "containers" and this is by far the best one. I only wish I had found it before wasting all my money on all those others.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Lovin' the bug watch! August 19, 2004

By Maria Hill

Durability: 4.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 3.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I ordered this for our 4.5yo son for Christmas, to use next Spring. I broke down & gave it to him when it came today & he LOVES it! Now our 5.5yo son wants one too, & he's not even the tree hugger! LoL

I think it's a great idea-kinda gross to think they're on their arm, but there's plenty of sturdy plastic between wrist & bug!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars A major hit with the young "bug loving" crowd March 18, 2013

By Cathy Goden

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Durability: 3.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 5.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I bought these for a couple of 4 year old boys who love to collect all things creepy crawly. Only thing is that the poor little insects often receive a bit too much loving while being clamped in their small, moist hands. This frequently turns out to be an unfortunate end for the bugs and results in heartbroken little guys who were trying to be gentle with their new buggy friends. The wrist habitat offers the insect a semi-safe spot to be viewed and "befriended" by little folk. It also gives an opportunity for parents to instill some early compassion in their children; such as, "Honey, I think that Calvin the Cricket has ridden around long enough now and would probably like to go home to see his family. Maybe another bug can take a turn for a bit." After one or two of these suggestions, I've noticed that the kids become very conscientious about returning their bugs to the spot where they were originally found. So, all in all, a fun accessory to observe bugs; but also an opportunity for the little ones to think things through and learn about other living creatures around them.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars 5 year old loves it! July 25, 2012

By Jen F.

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Durability: 5.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 5.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

I just bought this for my 5 year old daughter. She loves rolly-polly's and is always carrying them around. Now she can stop handing them to me and just put them in her watch.

Cool and cheap toy. I do feel bad for the bugs...but she truly loves them!!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Such fun for a bug lover! May 10, 2012

By LauraLea1018

Amazon Verified Purchase

Durability: 5.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 5.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

Purchased this for my son's christmas stocking. He loves to find bugs and put them in here or just use the fake one for pretend play. I think this will be great when we go on hiking trips!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars b-day present February 26, 2012

By paula

Amazon Verified Purchase

Educational: 5.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 5.0 out of 5 stars   

my grandson was happy about getting the bug watch. he likes all critters. dont know how durable it is yet. a really good gift.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift! February 1, 2012

By Dale Klepzig

Amazon Verified Purchase

Durability: 4.0 out of 5 stars    Educational: 4.0 out of 5 stars    Fun: 4.0 out of 5 stars   

I bought this watch for my 6 year old. He loves it. He catches all kinds of bugs and puts them in the watch. Very intertaining and fun. Highly recommend