Science Wiz Dna Kit

by Science Wiz

Product Features

• Science Wiz DNA Educational science kit
• This new edition of DNA makes the learning of the central concepts of molecular biology child's play
• Extract DNA from a fruit then probe and spool real DNA, build a double helix, solve a chromosome puzzle and ask, "Is it a boy or a girl?"
• You can also learn sterile techniques and model messenger RNA
• Kit includes a 40-pg. book and materials

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 1.2 x 10.2 inches ; 13.3 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001DTD0H2
• Item model number: 7811
• Our recommended age: 8 - 12 years
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 - 15 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,879 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
  • #28 in Toys & Games > Learning & Education > Science > Biology
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

DNA ScienceWiz Science Kit teaches kids about the uniqueness of DNA and molecular biology in a fun way. Kids will learn about the basic building blocks of life, extract DNA from fruits, play the gene construction game, probe and spool real DNA, build a double helix, and more. This kit also includes basic supplies and a 40-page, fully illustrated manual. Perfect for children ages 8 and up.

Product Description

For ages 8 and up40 Page science book and materials8 Major ActivitiesThe central concepts of molecular biology become child's play in this set of camp favorites.Makes the DNA revolution accessible.- Extract DNA from a fruit- Probe and spool real DNA- Build a double helix- Solve a chromosome puzzle- Is it a boy or a girl?- Play the gene construction gameThis new edition of DNA matches the pricing of the other ScienceWizkits.A more advanced version is available for appropriate markets.

Customer Reviews

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30 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Educational Product, March 24, 2010

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Gaylen Tharp (Plano, Texas USA) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Science Wiz Dna Kit (Toy)

For the price, I was pleasantly surprised with the educational value of this kit. I purchased it mainly to use the hands-on DNA helix in a Forensic Science class. It does a great job of showing DNA and replication. We completed most of the experiments in the kit with easily-available household items. The kit did offer two other optioins to the denatured alcohol mentioned by another reviewer. We used regular rubbing alcohol for that experiment and it worked fine. The included booklet does a nice job of overviewing the subject with pictures illustrating concepts.

16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Educational and thought provoking, January 7, 2010

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One of God's Blessings "Vera" - See all my reviews

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

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I loved this as much as my son. It promotes thinking for kids and adults of all ages. I would recommend it for all ages.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for Understanding Science, July 9, 2011

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D. Brasci - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Science Wiz Dna Kit (Toy)

I purchased this product for its experiments. The product itself arrived before his first day off from school which was great timing.

The product itself is packaged very well. If you use it properly, you will never have any missing pieces because everything has its place. I planned an entire homeschooling day and used this as a supplement to the Science class. My son and I did the banana dna experiment...that was a lot of fun. It was great to see how we could extract the dna of a fruit by following the simple steps in the book. There are other experiments and of course the lessons on dna etc.

This is definitely a great tool for helping anyone who is dna challenged understand how it works. I would recommend this for anyone who wants to have fun with Science.