***Disclosure: I received complimentary samples to facilitate my review. No other compensation was provided, and all opinions are 100% honest and have not been influenced in any way.*** ![]() Since I have 2 active toddlers at home, I really enjoy offering them activities that are both fun and educational. Sure, the kids love watching TV, but I really try and limit that and give them more hands-on ways to explore the world around them. We love taking Nature Walks, experimenting in the kitchen, and doing cute little art projects. My kids love being able to actually experience things using all 5 senses, and I love seeing the look of wonder on their faces as they learn new things. So when I got the opportunity to review the great children's science kits from The Young Scientists Club, I was very excited. There are several wonderful kits to choose from, such as Rainbow Science, Kitchen Science, and the Wonders of Nature Kit. These kits feature some of kids' favorite characters from Clifford the Dog and The Magic School Bus, so it definitely adds to the fun and keeps kids engaged while learning. After all, learning should be fun, right?! Our Review of Clifford the Big Red Dog Bubble Science : We chose the Clifford the Big Red Dog Bubble Science Kit to review. My kids love Clifford and Emily, and they always have a blast playing with bubbles. My dad has a bubble machine, and this drives them wild with excitement. So naturally, this kit was the ideal choice for my little ones. The kit includes supplies for a ton of neat science experiments involving bubbles. There are a couple of bottles of bubble solution, some pipe-cleaners, straws and rubber bands, a measuring cup, a funnel, and of course, a bubble wand. This kit also includes a fun science experiment book where Clifford and Emily guide kids through the process of exploring the magical world of bubble science on their own! Since my kids are still quite young at 2 and 3 years old, I decided to start with some of the simpler experiments in the book. First we did the Jumping Pepper experiment. For this experiment, all you do is fill the tray with ordinary water and sprinkle some black pepper in it. As you can see, the surface of the water is pretty much covered with black pepper. Then measure some of the bubble solution into the measuring cup and dip the tip of a straw into it. My kids wanted to drink it, and found out the hard way that this was not a very good idea! Once the end of the straw is covered in bubble solution, just dip it into the tray and watch the pepper quickly jump to the sides, away from the straw. This was really cool, and my kids squealed with delight! Next, we did bubble sculptures. This was simple. You fill the tray with 100ml of bubble solution, and then use the straw to slowly blow into the solution. My 3 year old, Sophie, had a blast doing this. She blew into the straw gently, and watched her bubble sculpture form before her eyes! She did a great job, and after only about a minute, she had quite the sculpture going! It must have contained over 100 bubbles! Isn't this neat? I love that these experiments are easy, even for very young children. Then we played with the funnel to make super big bubbles. All you do is dip the large end into the solution and gently blow into it. We made some huge bubbles this way! Here's my Sophie doing it herself! I tried to let Xander try it, but he just got bubble solution in his mouth. He's 2, so he didn't quite get the concept to just blow into it. Thankfully, bubble solution is non-toxic. I love the face he made, though. Since Xander couldn't handle blowing bubbles using the funnel, I gave him the regular bubble wad instead. Sophie was more than happy to have the bright yellow funnel back. We blew bubbles together for a couple of hours, and tried most of the experiments in the book. The kids had a blast! Sophie then stuck her hands into the bubbles and pretended to "wash" her hands in it. This created even more bubbles, and she was very amused. Take a look at her bubbly, sudsy hands! Overall, I loved exploring bubble science with the kiddos. These experiments were loads of fun, and kept my kids very engaged. They were very interested in seeing how many different things they could do with just a few simple items and some bubble solution. They also loved the fact that the colorful instruction book featured Clifford and Emily. This definitely added to their experience! As a mom, I love the kit because it comes very neatly packaged and includes almost everything needed to make bubbles come alive. The only other things I needed were things that were already in my pantry. These experiments are meant for kids ages 3+, but I found that most were simple enough that even my 2 year old could participate. My 13 year old has enjoyed it, too. So really, it's great for kids of all ages and stages. Who knew that there were so many different things to do with bubbles?! I would definitely recommend The Young Scientists Club if you're looking for ways to keep your kids entertained while helping them learn more about the world around them. These kits are fun, easy to use, and definitely can cure the rainy day blues. They'd even be wonderful supplements to homeschooling lesson plans! The Clifford the Big Red Dog line even won the Tillywig Toy & Media Brain Child Award! How To Connect : You can check out the awesomeness of The Young Scientists Club on their website. You can also connect with them on Facebook and on twitter to stay on top of their latest products and promotions! They offer fun, weekly science experiments on their Facebook page, so definitely check it out! Enter To WIN ! I am thrilled to announce that one lucky reader will receive a fun science kit from the Young Scientists Club. You can choose between the following titles:
Bubble Science Kitchen Science Rainbow Science Wonders of Nature How cool is that?! Simply enter using the easy Rafflecopter form below! This giveaway is open to US residents 18+ until 11:59PM May 20, 2013. No PO Boxes. Winners will be drawn using Rafflecopter's Random Number Generator. All entries will be verified, so play fair! I will notify winner via e-mail and they will have 48 hours to reply before I am forced to redraw winners. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. This contest is not affiliated with Facebook in any way. Thanks for entering, and Good Luck!
87 Comments
nickie
4/26/2013 02:43:54 pm
Wonders of Nature
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Sherry Compton
4/26/2013 09:43:23 pm
Their products are designed by graduates, parents, and teachers to bring fun to learning science.
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Jennifer Rogers
4/26/2013 11:46:04 pm
They have group packs that could be used at Birthday parties! Cool!
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jamie braun
4/27/2013 03:03:14 pm
im lovin The magic School Bus Science Club
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Sherry Compton
4/27/2013 09:35:07 pm
Their GOOEY SLIME & POLYMER LAB toy won the Parents Choice award in fall 2012.
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Sherry Compton
4/28/2013 09:54:03 pm
They offer products and discounts for fundraising use.
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lisa
4/29/2013 08:36:50 am
Their products are designed by graduates, parents, and teachers
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Sherry Compton
4/29/2013 10:15:59 pm
Love the idea of Magic School Bus kits coming to my grandson once a month...fun and educational
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Andrea H
4/30/2013 12:13:25 am
Science on a Gardening Adventure looks fun!
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Dana
4/30/2013 01:06:13 am
Love it's delivered to your home : )
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Charlene S
4/30/2013 03:57:49 am
I like the Science on a Nature Walk.
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Nicole Lancaster
4/30/2013 03:09:49 pm
I like the Science on a Tracking Expedition kit.
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Sherry Compton
4/30/2013 10:34:46 pm
I like how their kits give you an idea of age level.
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Annmarie W.
5/1/2013 04:31:41 am
I love that the have the Magic School Bus Science Club! Magic School Bus is the BEST!
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Amanda Gilds
5/1/2013 02:47:57 pm
Would love to get the Science of Gardening for my little one!
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Sherry Compton
5/1/2013 10:00:35 pm
They even have a page on their site that gives good web sites for kids to go along with their kits.
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Christina Howell
5/2/2013 12:07:33 am
I would love to have the Magic School Bus series since I loved that show growing up and would love to have my kids see it too.
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Staci L.
5/2/2013 01:55:58 am
I love the Back in Time with the Dinosaurs by Magic School Bus
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Nicole Lancaster
5/2/2013 08:07:07 am
I love the Science on a Fossil Dig kit.
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polly
5/2/2013 10:23:45 am
my 4 year old grandson would love Clifford the big red dog
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Robin Wilson
5/2/2013 01:27:42 pm
I learned that they post experiments on their Facebook page and they have award winning kits
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michelle koerner
5/2/2013 06:20:56 pm
I like that they have school/group packs available.
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Sherry Compton
5/2/2013 10:11:29 pm
They have been on Live with Regis and Kelly and the Today Show.
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Nicole Lancaster
5/3/2013 03:02:08 pm
I love the Star Pilot kit.
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Sherry Compton
5/3/2013 10:47:11 pm
My grandson would love the Star Pilot set.
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Robin Wilson
5/4/2013 10:43:43 am
We love The Magic Schoolbus and Explore the Wonders of Nature looks great!
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Sherry Compton
5/4/2013 09:58:41 pm
My granddaughter could have some fun with Awesome Bubbles
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Amanda Alvarado
5/5/2013 07:46:39 am
I like the Rainbow Science kit.
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Robin Wilson
5/5/2013 10:53:59 am
I love that they support fund raising ~ how great is that for schools and youth clubs/ centers!
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Sherry Compton
5/6/2013 12:27:58 am
Star pilot would be fun
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Nicole Lancaster
5/6/2013 09:12:15 am
I love the Zany Crystals kit.
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Robin Wilson
5/6/2013 11:47:04 am
I think the Magic School Bus, Light, Rainbows and Mirrors is a neat kit too
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Robin Wilson
5/6/2013 06:03:11 pm
I learned that they were: WINNER! The National Parenting Center Seal of Approval
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5/7/2013 02:14:32 pm
I like the Animal Tracks kit/game. We live by the woods so I think this would be a fun way to learn about the animals that live by us.
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Sherry Compton
5/7/2013 10:04:35 pm
They licensed Clifford at the beginning of this year.
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Carol
5/8/2013 02:43:07 pm
I like the Science on a Nature Walk.
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Sherry Compton
5/8/2013 09:39:44 pm
You can watch Mrs. Frizzle video clips on their site.
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Sherry Compton
5/9/2013 11:02:21 pm
I know my granddaughter would love the bubble science. She loves blowing bubbles.
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Sherry Compton
5/10/2013 10:40:00 pm
Science on a tracking adventure sounds fun.
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Charlene S
5/11/2013 01:29:39 pm
I learned that they offer fund raising.
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lalaine hagler
5/11/2013 03:49:00 pm
I love the magic school bus
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Sherry Compton
5/11/2013 09:57:37 pm
Science on a Nature walk would go well for my grandkids.
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Robin Wilson
5/12/2013 12:47:40 pm
I like their Science on a Nature Walk for my niece as well
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Sherry Compton
5/12/2013 09:30:36 pm
All of their products meet safety standards for 5 and up.
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Sherry Compton
5/13/2013 09:59:57 pm
I like that they have a page with internet links to go along with their kits and activities.
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Lisa B.
5/14/2013 05:11:42 am
I also love all of The Young Scientists Kits! There are 12 sets with 3 kits in each one!
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Karen Propes
5/14/2013 02:28:23 pm
Looking at all the awards they have received, I feel confident that they are great for kids and learning.
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Sherry Compton
5/14/2013 09:57:20 pm
They have certificates of compliance for safety and you can view them online.
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cindy hunt
5/15/2013 03:43:49 am
they do fundraising
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Charlene S
5/15/2013 04:40:54 pm
They offer fundraising.
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Robin Wilson
5/15/2013 08:57:42 pm
I learned that the mail subscription is For children between the ages of 5 and 12 to develop a love for science by exploring science through exciting and thrilling experiments that will spark an interest in future scientific endeavors.
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Priscilla Benavides
5/15/2013 09:45:49 pm
I like the Explore Space Set!
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Sherry Compton
5/15/2013 10:01:49 pm
Bubble Science - my granddaughter likes bubbles
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Dianne
5/16/2013 06:58:49 am
They have a Magic School Bus Science Club.
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Sherry Compton
5/16/2013 10:06:20 pm
They have 36 science kits, and they have won multiple awards.
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Kristy
5/17/2013 01:30:39 am
The Nature Series is something I know my boys would love!
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Beth
5/17/2013 09:21:10 am
The Clifford science series is great!
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Robin Wilson
5/17/2013 01:14:00 pm
Science on a Fossil Dig looks cool
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Sherry Compton
5/17/2013 09:40:45 pm
Science in the Garden would be good since we are coming into spring.
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polly
5/18/2013 02:33:57 am
I like their Science On A Nature Walk Kit
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Robin Wilson
5/18/2013 03:54:36 am
I think the group pack for a birthday party is a great idea
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Nicole Lancaster
5/18/2013 04:25:51 am
I love the Chemistry Blast kit.
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Nancy
5/18/2013 06:24:50 am
I like the Animal Tracks Game Kit.
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Sherry Compton
5/18/2013 10:11:35 pm
I can see my grandkids getting into Kitchen Science.
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Deb S
5/19/2013 02:00:16 am
I like the Magic School Bus Chemistry Lab
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Michael S.
5/19/2013 04:48:00 am
This looks like a lot of fun! Some of the kits are a little old for my niece (she's 4), but not for long!
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Kimberly Schotz
5/19/2013 05:47:40 am
I think my granddaughter would really enjoy the bubble kit
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Nicole Lancaster
5/19/2013 08:39:06 am
I love the Wacky Weather kit.
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Brenda Elsner
5/19/2013 08:47:28 am
I love the Magic School bus club.
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Emily R.
5/19/2013 03:33:33 pm
I like that you can do Young Scientists Club fundraising!
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Kathy Lane
5/19/2013 09:29:32 pm
I like the Science on a Gardening Adventure!
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Sherry Compton
5/19/2013 09:49:34 pm
The Scholastic Instructor Teachers picked Mad about Science for an award.
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Paula Tavernie
5/20/2013 12:33:33 am
I like the Nature series!
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amy deeter
5/20/2013 02:19:55 am
it's delivered to your home
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Allison
5/20/2013 02:54:28 am
I like the science if gardening
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Gianna
5/20/2013 03:42:54 am
They have a monthly subscription.
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VIVIAN BLEVINS
5/20/2013 04:20:41 am
like the star pilot kit ty
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Leslie L Stanziani
5/20/2013 05:29:47 am
I love the Clifford Kitchen Science Kit.My kids would love to make that volcano erupt.
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Nicole Lancaster
5/20/2013 08:19:15 am
I love the Magic School Bus series Weather Lab.
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Wendy Chapman
5/20/2013 09:29:35 am
My 6 yr old loves Magic Schoolbus and Clifford so he could do either of those sets. He's really into science. I think maybe the Rainbow set would be a good starting kit.. or kitchen science since he already does his own kitchen chemistry!
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Robin Wilson
5/20/2013 12:12:00 pm
Their Go Green - Save the Earth is a really nice kit!
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Holly Oehrlein
5/20/2013 12:34:54 pm
Science on a Gardening Adventure looks good!
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meme
5/20/2013 12:47:04 pm
i like the Magic School Bus Chemistry Lab
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Shirley Zolenski
5/20/2013 12:50:14 pm
I like the Magic School Bus Science Club
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Katherine Dunn
5/20/2013 01:36:51 pm
I like the animal tracks game.
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