The Abacus Science Kit (Marvellous micro-organisms™) comes with a range of equipment to assist in learning about how microorganisms are affected by their environment. The kit provides the materials necessary to gain a practical understanding of biology and teaches children about the evolution of all living things.

Magnified fun

This kit comes with a packet of small magnifying glasses that can be used for closely observing an experiment. These serve as a great demonstration tool for teaching students about magnification.

Easy to store

All this equipment is packed into a sturdy Gratnells storage box, which can be integrated into our Abacus Science Frame.

In the classroom, the Abacus Science Kit (Marvellous micro-organisms™) is ideal for teaching students about how microorganisms relate back to their natural environment. Included are items that can assist in making diagrams, and closely observing different environments and objects. The kit contains enough equipment, materials, and consumables for 30 children, students have the option to work independently or buddy up for experiments.

In full, this product contains the consumables: 

• Gratnells storage box
• Plastic resealable Bags
• Balloons
• Funnels
• Magnifiers
• Permanent Markers
• Masking Tape
• Measuring Cups
• Measuring Jug
• Measuring Spoons
• Paper Towels
• Spray Bottle
• Thermometers
• Digital Timer
• Yeast

Additional Information:

• Download the activities featured in the Primary Connections® unit - Marvellous micro-organisms™
• This product can be used to teach the Australian curriculum code ACSSU094: Science Understanding - Biological sciences -  The growth and survival of living things are affected by physical conditions of their environment
• Marvellous micro-organisms™ and Primary Connections® are trademarks of the Australian Academy of Science and not affiliated with Abacus Educational Suppliers