The NSI Smithsonian #22249 150x/450x/900x Microscope Kit allows kids to see objects in extreme close-up detail. It s a fun way to get children interested in science and discovering the world around them. This kids microscope kit includes various tools for collecting specimens such as a scalpel a pair of tweezers and a spatula and also comes with a petri dish blank slides and labels for viewing and organizing subjects. It also includes a storage case for the slides and detailed instructions to get you started. This Smithsonian 150x/450x/900x makes a wonderful gift allowing your little scientist to experience observe learn and explore more about biology bacteriology and histology and includes everything necessary for a child to be introduced to science and get started dissecting specimens. It gives children exposure that can plant an all-important seed for future curiosity and academic pursuit in the sciences.