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DIY STEAM Kaleidoscope Learning Activity Craft Kit - Makes 12

Makes 12 #13942692
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Product Details

• STEM-INSPIRED LEARNING: This hands-on kit teaches kids how light reflects and bounces, introducing basic science concepts through engaging play.
• DESIGNED FOR CREATIVITY: With open-ended assembly and minimal instructions, kids are encouraged to experiment, explore, and learn through trial and error.

Product Description:
This DIY Kaleidoscope Kit teaches kids basic concepts about light reflection and engineering. This item is considered a STEAM craft. The directions for this item are extremely simplified, as there is no right/wrong way to put this item together. The purpose of this product is to learn through the process of experimentation, and trial and error. STEM kits are designed to teach kids skills while letting their creativity shine. Tape or glue required, not included. Simple assembly required. © OTC

DIY Steam Kaleidoscope Kit Instructions
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"A great hands-on STEM activity to teach kids about reflection and allows them to engineer and design their kaleidoscope."
Sherry Herron, Educational Specialist



Size: 3 3/4" x 5 1/4"
Quantity: Makes 12
Material: Includes cardboard craft rolls, paper pieces, paper straws, cardstock pieces and mylar strips.

Warning: Choking Hazard

Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Brand
Oriental Trading
Grade
2nd Grade , 3rd Grade , 4th Grade , 5th Grade , 6th Grade

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3.5/5.0
4 Reviews
  • 5 Star 25.00% of all ratings 1
  • 4 Star 50.00% of all ratings 2
  • 3 Star 0% of all ratings 0
  • 2 Star 0% of all ratings 0
  • 1 Star 25.00% of all ratings 1
August 03, 2025
Pre-Cut Reflective Paper a Bonus for Young Ages
I try to stay away from crafts that say they are STEM, but this had a bit of creativity so I bought a kit and used it last school year. Thought I was getting 12 but only 10 sets. Had to buy extra supplies so everyone had enough. Took me a bit to figure out how to make one, had only pictures to look at. One reviewer mentioned it was too dark. That’s because you are to leave some space in between the circle and the tube for light to get in. Buying more for this year. For Grade T1 class.
Liked: Fun
February 12, 2025
Verified Purchaser
No intelligible instructions.
This STEAM Kaleidoscope comes with no intelligible instructions for assembly. Based on what was sent, it was unclear how to create the Kaleidoscope. Watching the video and looking at the pictures on the Oriental Trading website gives clues that enable making the Kaleidoscope.
Liked: Fun
Disliked: Quality,Value
Oriental Trading
February 19, 2025
Staff
Hello! Thanks for your review. We're sorry that our STEAM Kaleidoscope Learning Activity Craft Kit didn't work out for you. We're committed to delivering fun, safe and affordable products, and we'll try to address the issues you brought up. Please call our Customer Care Center at 1-800-228-2269. Thanks for bringing this to our attention!
kel t.
April 18, 2022
Great price!
Great value but it's very dark so kids couldn't see the colors easily. Wish the discs were transparent.
Liked: Value,Fun
Disliked: Quality,Value
March 25, 2022
Verified Purchaser
Fun craft!
I love these kaleidoscopes. I used them for the craft for my Kindergarten/1st grade Sunday School class.

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4 questions
Are instructions included?
| May 1st, 2020
Does this make 10 or 12, it says both on the ad?
| April 8th, 2025
  • BEST ANSWER: This item makes 10
    Staff
    April 9th, 2025
    Staff
How do you insert the Mylar strips inside the tube?
| February 11th, 2024
  • BEST ANSWER: Assemble the silver reflective surface piece. Lay the reflective pieces shiny side down. Use tape to adhere two of the seams together. Fold into a triangle with the shiny side on the insdie. Tape the remaining edge. Insert assembled reflective piece into the craft tube.
    Staff
    February 12th, 2024
    Staff
What is included in each kit? And $ 9.99 for 10 pcs, is it 10 kits?
| May 4th, 2020
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