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1. simplicity
   
   Member

   I'm thinking of buying our dd10 a microscope for her birthday this summer.  Does anyone know of one that is reasonably priced that works well?

   Posted 3 months ago #

2. Richele
   
   Member

   We love our Brock Magiscope.  It is simple and tough and can be taken into the field as it doesn't require electricity.  It is about $125 but we'll have it a lifetime.

   Posted 3 months ago #

3. missceegee
   
   Member

   We, too, love our Magiscope!

   Posted 3 months ago #

4. Rachel
   
   Member

   Dr. Jay Wile of Apologia recommends either the micrscope from Sonlight or this one from Christianbook: http://www.christianbook.com/apologia-biology-microscope-131/pd/161012?event=WL&item_code=WW

   to last thorugout the high school years.

   Rachel

   Posted 3 months ago #

5. Karen
   
   SCM Team

   Good for you! As someone who loves science I think a microscope is an essential tool in the home school.

   You didn't mention what your daughter would be using the microscope for. Does she want one that will allow her to see greater detail on objects such as rocks or feathers? Or is she interested in looking at the fascinating world of microscopic organisms such as those found in pond water? Stereoscopes are designed for looking at larger objects in more detail. Microscopes are designed to look at the microscopic world in more detail. Each device can be used for both but with limited success. If you want a microscope that will be used for the rest of her schooling then I recommend buying a regular microscope rated at a high school to college quality.Home Science Tools has a good selection and pretty good prices: http://www.hometrainingtools.com/microscopes-accessories/c/10/ .

   Posted 3 months ago #

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