AmScope 120X-1200X 52-pcs Beginner Microscope STEM Kit with Metal Body Microscope, Plastic Slides, LED Light and Carrying Box (M30-ABS-KT2-W),White

So I bought this as a gift for my niece and nephews we have been doing various science experiments and we've gotten to biology. My niece and nephews range from 3-year-olds to a 10-year-old. The oldest took to it very well and was able to use it on his own the littler ones needed assistance and couldn't really get the microscope to work properly. I was able to focus it and find the specimens under the microscope for them so they could look at it. They absolutely loved finding things in the backyard putting them on the slides and getting to see them underneath the microscope. I even tested the water in my turtle tank hence that nice little creature in one of the images. I would like to purchase more of these so each kid can have their own. But the microscope itself feels cheap. The body itself I think it is metal but it just feels so light. The actual neck of the microscope is plastic so are the dials to move it up and down and the light housing is plastic as well. That being said for the price and how amazing it actually works it's great. This was meant as just a small project for me and my nephews and niece and has only got them excited to do more. When they are older I might invest in a more high quality microscope but for anybody who is looking to do small experiments with children just for the fun of it this was an amazing buy. You have all the tools you need to get started and look at some small things. It gives you a few pre-made slides so you already have something to look at. The next addition we are going to get is to purchase some petri dishes and grow bacteria so that we can look at them underneath this microscope. For the price and the item that you get I could not be happier I would suggest purchasing if you have kids who are curious or you want to do some little STEM projects with them as well. It's a great starter for a cheap price to introduce them.

The AmScope 120X-1200X 52-pcs Kids Beginner Microscope STEM Kit with Metal Body Microscope is an excellent educational tool for children who are interested in science and exploration. This microscope is designed to be easy to use and comes with a range of accessories and features that make it a great choice for beginners.One of the things that sets the AmScope microscope apart is its metal body construction, which makes it durable and long-lasting. Additionally, the microscope has a range of magnification options, allowing children to explore the microscopic world with ease. This makes it a great tool for studying biology, geology, and other scientific subjects.The kit also comes with a range of accessories, including prepared slides, blank slides, and cover slips, which allow children to create their own specimens to study. The microscope also comes with a range of tools, including a scalpel and tweezers, which make it easy to prepare and manipulate specimens.Overall, the AmScope 120X-1200X 52-pcs Kids Beginner Microscope STEM Kit with Metal Body Microscope is an excellent choice for parents who want to encourage their children's interest in science and exploration. With its high-quality construction, range of features, and included accessories, it is sure to provide hours of educational and entertaining fun for children of all ages.

I am gifting a couple of these microscopes for Christmas to youngsters in my family who are 5 and 7. I don't know yet how this gift is going to be received by them and if it will do for them what I hope which is to arouse their curiosity and interest to explore the microscopic world on their own to the degree possible with such a microscope. In principle, the idea of this beginner microscope fits my litmus test for a giftable item to youngsters, because of its exploratory and educational value. Whether it will grab their interest is another matter altogether, and remains to be seen. Whether this microscope is worth the price or is more hype than substance is also another unknown. I will return to this review later and edit as needed. Happy Holidays.

I got this for my daughter for Christmas next month. I thought I would give it a try since I saw all these bad reviews. This is an amazing microscope for the price and works really well. I have a history of working with them and found it very easy to find the samples on the slides. They also showed up really nicely. The key it to start with the smallest magnification (300), once you have found your sample and focused on it then attempt using the higher magnifications. Some of the slides are not meant to be seen with the highest magnification. Also be sure to clean all slides before viewing as all of ours had dust on them. It will be harder to see anything with dust on the slide. The eye piece also needed to be cleaned because it was dusty. The microscope is metal, the stage is plastic with plastic clips. I did find it a bit annoying that I could not move the stage from side to side, so when viewing I had to move the slide its self. I have not used the hatchery or any of the other things as I am gifting this in a month. Even without using those items I am very pleased with this product. It was better then I could have imagined. I cant wait to make slides with my daughter and see what we can see. I have included some images I captured of each slide with my camera. These are not as clear as they are when viewing it through the scope with your eyes. However I wanted to show everyone that this microscope does indeed work. I found all of the samples with in a matter of minutes besides the corn root (blue slide with small round circles on it all in rows). The corn root is pale yellow, making it hard to see with the light shining on it. So I used the blue light filter to help bring it out better. I hope this helps you all feel more comfortable about making your decision with this brand. The carrying case is a nice plus too.

Excellent choice for my great nephew's 6th birthday. The slides aren't glass so are durable for children. Several slides are prepared with familiar samples. Great family science experiences ahead