Where to Get Inexpensive Microscopes for Kids

If you’re looking for some inexpensive microscopes for kids, I have a list for you below that will help you out.

These microscopes are all currently under $50 so they won’t break the bank. They are designed specifically for children which means that they are lighter than regular microscopes and have no glass features. Many have child-friendly knobs and easy-to-use buttons. Some even have two eye pieces so your child doesn’t have to close one eye to look in the viewer.

Here they are.

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Microscopes for Kids

Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. My First Microscope – This microscope is perfect for children ages 3 – 6. It has two eye pieces, a kid-sized focusing knob, 8x magnification, and an LED light for easy viewing.

Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. Talking Microscope – Featuring Bindi Irwin – for Preschoolers! – Young children can learn about the world around them with this talking microscope. It has 5x magnification and comes with kid-friendly buttons, dual eyepieces, and 60 full-color slide images. The talking feature covers over 100 facts and quiz questions about animals, plants, and everyday household items. Audio is available in English, Spanish, French, and German so it could be used to reinforce foreign-language learning.

Inquisitive Minds Kids Beginner Toy Microscope Kit With Prepared Slides, LED, 100X, 400X and 1200X Magnification – This microscope for kids magnifies up to 1200x and comes with an LED light and 6 prepared slides. It’s made of plastic so you don’t have to worry about glass breaking while your child uses it.

Little World Science Kits for Kids Beginner Microscope with LED 100X 400X and 1200X Magnification Kids Science Toy – Includes Phone Holder – Kids can view objects more easily via the screen on your cell phone with this powerful microscope. Comes with an LED light.