GeoSafari Stereoscope - Introductory Stereo Microscope for Kids 8-12, Science Kit for Homeschool and Classroom STEM Experiments, Kids Microscope Kit with Rock Specimens

First off, I am a retired scientist owning several microscopes. I bought this for myself (blush) as it looked interesting and comes with rocks. I was also influenced by the fact that it is battery operated and easily portable. It is sold as a toy for children, however it is perfect for taking out in the field. It is small, sturdy and seems to have excellent optics (a big surprise!) for an inexpensive microscope. I added a reflector in the well below the stage, giving me illumination from below as well as from above (at the same time, but useful for transparent specimens). I merely cannibalized an old incandescent flashlight which gave me a reflector as well as a transparent stage for lighting from below. For my purposes, this microscope, this little (TOY!) microscope, is a terrific buy and can't be beat! Children will love it. I do, and I am at 84 years old, still a child at heart. The only thing I miss is a fine focus control, but for the price this is a minor criticism. Another plus I have to mention: the eyepieces are standard size, which means you can useother eyepieces or a Barlow lens for greater magnification. Also, you can add to one side a dedicated microscope camera or even a single lens reflex camera with the proper adapter, but the latter, I guess, is overkill.

ok....the grown-ups like it, too. This was a Xmas gift for our 7yo grandson and he's glued to it. He has to examine everything, even typical yucky boy stuff. It keeps him occupied for hours and he's learning stuff w/o even knowing it.

I bought this for my 6 yo budding scientist. It took me a bit to get it to focus. I’m sure it’s an excellent product for and older child.

I love that this is a real microscope! It’s ready to use right out of the box but you’ll need to have 2AA batteries on hand. It comes with 10x and 20x eyepieces and is perfect for seeing objects with both eyes at once. You can see fine detail on 3D objects and my kids thought that was really cool. We loved the rock collection that came included with the GeoSafari Stereoscope. It includes obsidian, granite, limestone, and marble, just to name a few of the 12 rock samples. Also, includes a guide listing details about each rock sample and is perfect for learning about the 3 main types of rocks, ingenious, metamorphic, and sedimentary. Booth my 7 year old and 12 year old have enjoyed exploring a variety of objects with this microscope. I think it's a great tool to have on hand for homeschooling or anytime you just want to have some fun with science! Would definitely recommend it!

The microscope had some scratches and the rocks were all out of place. Also, while the manual said that I should install batteries, they were already in the microscope. Functionally, the instrument seems fine. I don't see any scratches on the lenses and it works just like a stereomicroscope should. I had debated between this model and the natgeo one and was turned off of the natgeo scope because it was made of plastic. I'm sad that this one is beat up but plan to use it anyway.

My granddaughter really likes this. She looks at lots with it and enjoys using it.

Note although this item was purchased as Used-like new, it came loose in box. with no padding. Even though it rattle ominously, it appears to be okay. 30 seconds and a bit of paper would have secured it.

I use this for everything from taking out a sliver to seeing if mites are on my orchids. You can gross out your kids or your wife too with almost anything on your cuticle. Enjoy.

for a hundred bucks, I was expecting a semi quality instrument, lenses loose in barrels, cheap plastic construction, could not focus properly, appears this unit already returned once, SOY amazon, returned for refund, trying to appear like quality instrument but junk

Great for looking at rocks, insects, bits of plant etc. as you would expect. My 11y daughter was super chuffed with this and has used it continually since she got it. The adjustable binoculars make viewing easy and comfortable for all the different sizes that we are. Excellent overall quality. Very happy.

Mit 2 eingelegten AA-Batterien (nicht mitgeliefert) wiegt das "GeoSafari"-Stereo-Mikroskop für Kinder ab 8 Jahren leichte 545 Gramm, ist 21 cm hoch und lässt sich von Kinderhänden gut greifen und transportieren. Als Material dienen Kunststoff und Metall-Elemente. Es steht auf einem Boden aus Kunststoff, selbst die Standfüße sind daraus und nicht aus Gummi = schnelle Abnutzung.Die zu den Seiten hin verschiebbare binokulare Anordnung der beiden Tuben mit aufsteckbaren Okularen in 10- wie 20-facher Vergrößerung kann den Augen-Abständen angepasst werden, was eine Spannbreite von minimal 5 cm bis maximal 8 cm ausmacht. Ohne Schutzkappen versehen sind die 2 Paar Okulare, auch ein Fixieren am Tubus ist nicht möglich, was sie - wenn das Mikroskop unsachgemäß genutzt wird - empfindlich macht. Noch nicht einmal eine Schutzhülle/Koffer zum Mitführen in die Natur ist dabei, es befindet sich in einer Styroporbox mit Plastikhülle.Auch für die offenen Tuben gibt es keine Abdeckungen, sie bleiben ohne aufgesteckte Okulare sehr staub- wie schmutzanfällig. Dieser kann in die dann offenen Röhren gelangen was einen Blasebalg zur Säuberung verlangt der durch die Tuben nach unten auf die inneren Trennscheiben aus Glas fällt. Beim aufgerufenen aktuellen Preis von über 80,00,- kann man ein Mehr an schützendem Zubehör durchaus verlangen.Das starre Stativ und der daran angrenzende Grobtrieb zum Scharfstellen auf den auf dem Objekttisch befindlichen Gegenstand läuft geschmeidig und ist nicht zu schwer für Kinderhände zu drehen. Der runde Teller des Objektträgers aus Kunststoff kann zur einfachen Reinigung abgehoben werden. Die beiden Objekthalter sind dafür vorgesehen um zum Beispiel Blätter oder Schmetterlingsflügel zu befestigen, eine Pinzette zum sorgsamen Greifen und Ablegen fehlt ebenfalls. Beide Objekthalter lassen sich durch Drehen vorgelagerter Verschraubungen fester und lockerer einstellen.Blickt man bei zugeschalteter Lichtquelle durch die beiden Okulare erhält der Betrachter eine detaillierte Vergrößerung des auf dem Objekttisch befindlichen Gegenstandes. Die Lichtquelle fällt direkt auf den Tisch und leuchtet diesen hell aus. 12 kleine Steine unterschiedlichster natürlicher Prägung in einer beiliegenden Box bieten erste Erfahrungen im Umgang mit der Welt der kleinen Dinge und machen vielleicht neugierig auf weitere Wunder der Natur um sie zu studieren.Die Verarbeitung des optischen Gerätes ist bis auf die einfach gehaltene Unterseite makellos, das Betrachten macht Spaß, und die Bedienung ist aufgrund der überschaubaren Möglichkeiten am Mikroskop schnell erlernt. Vergleichbare Kinder-Mikroskope diesen Typs finden sich hier auf Amazon günstiger bei besserer Ausstattung, mehr Zubehör zum Experimentieren und mit mehr Möglichkeiten der Auflösung. Eine gedruckte Anleitung liegt bei, sie ist in englischer und teils deutscher Sprache verfasst.

Bellissimo stereoscopio giocattolo, robusto, ben fatto ed efficiente. L'ho utilizzato con il mio bimbo curioso di 4 anni per osservare le rocce in dotazione e tanti altri oggettini sparsi per casa.Da insegnante di scienze alle medie utilizzerò questo stereoscopio anche con i miei studenti, per studiare e approfondire i concetti che studieremo.Lo stereoscopio funziona con le pile, unico neo del gioco poiché avrei gradito fosse munito di una batteria al litio ricaricabile.Comunque gioco valido e istruttivo.

Very pleased with this stereoscope.I have bought this for an 8th birthday present for my Grandson,but I hadn't given it yet.I liked the fact it's a stereoscope,and for the price it's rare.It's easy to use and sturdy.The Geo Safari make is reliable and it is quality.