Magic Sand
Magic Sand begins as normal looking sand...until you put it in water.
Usually ships out the next day.
Recommend for 6 to 7 years with adult supervision.
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What's included?
- Magic Sand in assorted colors in your choice of 8 oz (227 grams) or 1 lb (454 grams)
How does it work?
Ordinary sand is free flowing and cannot form a structure that holds its shape. Because of its water-repellent properties, when Magic Sand is poured into water, it holds its shape and can even be molded into structures under water.What does it teach?
Learn about the properties of water molecules and how hydrophobic products work. Students can experiment with Magic Sand and then regular sand and note the differences in water-repellent properties.Product FAQ
- How does it work?
It starts out as normal sand but is then dyed and covered with a water-repelling polymer that keeps it dry. - What colors does it come in?
The sand comes in red, yellow and blue. If you call and talk to a customer service representative about getting a specific color, we will try our best to satisfy your request but, unfortunately, we can't guarantee what colors we have available. - Does it stain?
No. - How long does it last?
The protective coating usually stays on for a long time but the more you play with it, the faster it wears down. Also, soap will make the coating wear away faster.
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Magic Sand
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Magic Sand
August 23rd, 2010
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Blue Magic Sand--Does not work!
Jill Tatton - May 1, 2012
I ordered one pound each of the magic sand. The yellow and pink sand worked great, but the blue sand did not do what it was supposed to do. It soaked up the water and I could not reuse once it was used. However, I would purchase the pink and yellow sand again. We used the sand as one station in a science day rotation in First Grade.
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Best Ever
Cyndy Vilke - April 2, 2012
I had to get the sand from Lakeshore and it had to be thrown away after a use or two. I am able to reuse this sand over and over and I teach 5 classes of 25/year. I do have them wash their hands first but without a doubt, this is the best sand. Even the teachers who bring their classes to my lab commented how much better it is! |
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Blue sand does not work
Sue Monroe - March 24, 2012
This is the third time I ordered magic sand for an afterschool hands on science class I teach each year. The blue sand we ordered was larger granules and did not work. It absorbed water and turned into a large mess. Luckily I had ordered some yellow too which worked great as always. We may have gotten a bad batch or it might be the way its made. The yellow is lots of fun and a big hit with my K-4 group.
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The strength of water
Martin - November 29, 2011
We all know water is life. For a density experience, you know that if an object does not float, you may change the density of water ( with salt, water, etc. ) and the object could float or remain in suspension ( between top and bottom ). But do you know it's strength? Before you sprinkle some sand over a glass of water, weigh your sand and small objects ( preferably identical ) that are denser than water. When you get 2-3 mm of sand on top of the glass covering the water. Put one object on the sand. What happens ? If you put the second or third one, what is going on ? Have fun playing in the sand , you are never to old to have fun in the sand. |
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Parents Impressed
Melanie Kost - September 18, 2011
I used this to teach parents in a Sunday School class how they can teach their kids to "be in the world but not of it". You should have seen their faces! A very impactful lesson! |
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Super cool
Kristie Lasiter - June 26, 2011
This sand really weirded us out. It's great! |
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9 Year olds not that impressed
Monica Shadid - May 24, 2011
I was surprised that this one wasn't more exciting. Apparently there are similar items out there like this (Aquasand or something) and the 9 year old boys had already seen somthing like this already. I was far more impressed than they were. |
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Best Sand by Far
Cyndy - April 18, 2011
I teach 6 classes on Gray Whales and Adaptations and I use this as part of that lesson. In the past we have purchased the sand from Lakeshore and I would have to replace that sand for each student pair after two classes. I didn't have to do that with this sand and I was able to save it to use again next year. Even the teachers who bring their 1st graders were impressed with how much better this sand was. |
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so much fun
crystal - April 11, 2011
its awesome i love it!!!!!!! |
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Wonderful Product
kathy jean - March 27, 2011
There was plenty enough sent to send some home as part of party gifts. Loved this - the kids really thought I was magic. |
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Lots of fun
Penny Halder - March 3, 2011
The sand is amazing and lots of fun. |
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Keep Them Coming!
Ed Florida - March 2, 2011
We love to use the “wow items” for discrepant events in our Harris Super Science Saturday (HSSS) programs. Our students of poverty are severely lacking in background experiences that new learning needs to be connected to. Fascinating material can get their attention, motivate them and fill in some of the gaps they have because of their lack of experiences. Magic sand, lava lamps in the baby soda bottle test tubes, and melting blocks are some of the things we use and just this past week I attended 2 of our nighttime HSSS Meet and Greets and saw again the reaction of students and their families to investigating these fascinating materials. So keep them coming, Steve Spangler Science!! |
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magic sand was a hit
Julie - January 22, 2011
I gave my nephew a Mad Science 9th Birthday Party. We used the magic sand as one of the experiments. The boys loved the sand and pouring water on it. This was part of their take home goodies from the party. Great product. |
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Pretty Cool Sand
Nathan Carlson - January 1, 2011
My kids love this stuff! It is pretty cool. They also like saying hydrophobic! |
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My kid loves this stuff.
Angela Hackwell - December 6, 2010
He is always experimenting with this sand. It was the one experiment in the test tubes that he wanted. Now it is sitting on my kitchen counter looking for a new home. LOL. |
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AWESOME!!
M. Peralta - November 2, 2010
What a great trick! The kids loved it! |
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Love this item
Lisa Britt - October 11, 2010
This is just really cool. Kids love playing with it |
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Fun and can be used to illustrate non scientific things
Sharon - October 8, 2010
I used the magic sand in my religious education class. I showed the class how we are separate like the little grains of sand, but when we're washed with the water of baptism we're united into the church of Christ. Everyone was amazed, even the adults! |
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Very Cool Sand
Jane Roscoe - June 14, 2010
The kids really enjoyed playing with this sand and were amazed at its hydrophobic properties. I used this for a Sunday School lesson, as well as the Jelly Marbles. There is nothing like a hands on demonstration to get a point across. As they played with the sand (which took a long time!) there was a lot of time for discussion about the lesson. This is a great product! |
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Magic Sand
tkm - May 27, 2010
Works as advertised. |
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Wish I could give 10 stars
Jenny Brown Yukon, OK - November 3, 2009
I used this as a visual aid during a lesson at teen fall retreat. The teens actually gasped. As soon as the lesson was over, they rushed up on the stage to play with the sand. They couldn't believe it. Thank you for your incredible products that make it so easy to teach an unforgettable lesson.. |
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