NGSS-aligned · ready to teach · PO's accepted
No-Prep NGSS Science Kits for K-8 classrooms
Three projects plus three science lessons per box, pre-portioned per student. Built to the standards you already plan against.
Return unopened boxes within 30 days for a full refund.
For 500+ students or a custom term, request a quote and we reply fast with per-student pricing and a W-9. NGSS: the national science standards most classrooms follow. Purchase orders accepted. Fundable through major ESA and education-funding programs.
- From $28.90/mo per student
- K-8 classrooms
- NGSS aligned
- POs accepted
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How it works
From quote to first STEM class
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Get pricing or a quote
See per-student pricing on this page, or request a quote and W-9 for 500+ students. Purchase orders welcome.
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We ship pre-portioned kits
Every box arrives portioned per student, down to the batteries. Nothing to source, nothing to prep.
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Teach it day one
Open the box and run 3 NGSS-aligned projects plus 3 lessons. It drops into the science block you already planned.
Classroom pricing
9-Month (full school year) classroom plans start at $299 per student for 1-9 students, with volume pricing as low as $276 per student for 40+ students.
Five program lengths
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Year-Round Enrichment
12 months, 36 projects per student
$346.80 to $359 per student
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Full School-Year
9 months, 27 projects per student
$275.85 to $289 per student
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Partial-Year
6 months, 18 projects per student
$202.50 to $209 per student
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Short Program
3 months, 9 projects per student
$106.65 to $109 per student
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Pay-Per-Month
Month to month, 3 projects per student each month
Pay as you go, cancel any time. See the current rate.
Pay-per-month programs are not eligible for use with all ESA, voucher, or grant funding. Check your program's funding rules before you order.
| Students | Year-Round Enrichment12 months, 36 projects | Full School-Year9 months, 27 projects | Partial-Year6 months, 18 projects | Short Program3 months, 9 projects | Pay-Per-Month1 month, 3 projects |
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| 1–9Small group or pilot | $359 $29.92/mo | $289 $32.11/mo | $209 $34.83/mo | $109 $36.33/mo | $38 $38/mo |
| 10–19Single classroom | $354 $29.50/mo | $283.23 $31.47/mo | $204.84 $34.14/mo | $107.85 $35.95/mo | $37.50 $37.50/mo |
| 20–39Grade team | $350.40 $29.20/mo | $279.45 $31.05/mo | $203.70 $33.95/mo | $107.25 $35.75/mo | $37 $37/mo |
| 40–499Whole grade or school | $346.80 $28.90/mo | $275.85 $30.65/mo | $202.50 $33.75/mo | $106.65 $35.55/mo | $36.50 $36.50/mo |
Prices are per student for the whole program. 500 students or more is a custom quote: request one and we reply with per-student pricing and a W-9.
Built for classrooms, camps, and clubs
Every project ships with its NGSS and Common Core alignment, so you can drop it into your science block, summer camp, or after-school program. NGSS is the national science standards most classrooms follow. No rebuilding your scope and sequence, no scavenger hunt for materials.
- 3 complete projects plus 3 science lessons per box
- Supplies pre-portioned per student, batteries included
- Made or assembled in the USA
- Purchase orders accepted, W-9 provided
Need a W-9 or a PO packet? Request it with your quote.
How each kit is portioned
Each project comes in its own labeled bag.
Subject coverage
The STEM subjects in the boxes
Projects across 10 subject areas, so one classroom order reaches more than one strand of your scope and sequence.
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Electronics
- Astronomy
- Light & Vision
- Anatomy
- Earth & Natural Science
- Geology
- Ecology
- Statistics
- + more
Kindergarten to 2nd grade
The K-2 Starter Series
The same projects, made kinder-friendly for ages 5 to 7. Three curated boxes, three projects in each, nine in total.
- 10 to 20 minute builds, sized for how long a five-year-old actually stays with one thing
- Picture-led instructions with short steps and a low reading demand
- Immediate results and minimal precision, so the win does not depend on a steady hand
- Sensory exploration, sorting, patterns, and cause and effect
See the nine projects on the K-2 Starter Series details. For a class set, request a quote and say which grades you are ordering for.
What sets us apart from others?
What every box carries, whether it goes to one student or a whole grade.
See classroom pricing- We include THREE projects each month Not just 1 or 2.
- ALL supplies included, even the batteries Pre-portioned, no prep.
- Explore a variety of STEM topics Over 100 projects in our vast inventory.
- Fundable through many scholarship and grant programs ESA programs, education funds, and school purchase orders.
- Free how-to video library Project videos by K-8 STEM teacher @ThatSTEMGuy and YouTuber Jake Makes.
- Aligned with academic standards NGSS, Common Core, and more.
Watch
See inside a box before you order
A walkthrough of one box: the 3 projects, the science lessons that go with them, and all supplies, down to the batteries. Many projects also carry a free how-to video, from K-8 STEM teacher Mike R. (@ThatSTEMGuy) and YouTuber Jake Makes.
More unboxings and build-alongs are in the free video library. The full how-to library is included with every active subscription.
What students build
Real projects, real standards
A sample of the builds inside recent boxes. Each maps to NGSS and Common Core.
- CO2 Rocket
Have a "blast" launching your own mini rocket while learning about chemical reactions and thrust. Ages 7 to 12.
- Hydraulic Claw
Explore hydraulics and Pascal's Principle by engineering your own water pressure-powered mechanical claw. Ages 7 to 12.
- Optical Illusion
Create a floating 3D image and colorful spinning tops while exploring how optical illusions trick your brain. Ages 5 to 12+.
- Motorized Whale
Build a motorized whale that drives on land and floats on water while learning about circuits and buoyancy. Ages 7 to 12.
Straight answers
No surprises for you or your budget
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I don't have time to prep for a whole class.
Supplies come pre-portioned per student. There is no setup and no store run. Open the box and teach.
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I have to justify the spend to my principal.
Every project lists its NGSS and Common Core standards, so the purchase maps to standards you already report against.
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Will it actually work with 25 kids in 40 minutes?
Each box holds 3 tested projects sized for a class period, with clear step cards students follow on their own.
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Purchasing is slow and needs a PO.
We accept purchase orders and provide a W-9 and itemized invoice. Request both with your quote.
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Is there a minimum order?
No minimum. Order one classroom or a whole grade. Per-student pricing drops as the quantity rises.
Bulk customers include Girl Scouts troops and school and camp programs nationwide.
In their words
What teachers and families say
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These boxes are amazing
My students were fully engaged and couldn't wait to explore each project. Clear directions, awesome results, and tons of learning packed into every box. Highly recommend.
Customer review shared with STEM Discovery Boxes
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Almost better than Disney
Got this for my grandson and he said the only thing better would be Disney. He's made VR goggles, a hydraulic claw, and more. Creative, exciting, and absolutely worth the money.
Customer review shared with STEM Discovery Boxes
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My son loves his STEM Discovery Box
Each month brings 3 hands-on projects we do together: fun, educational, and age-appropriate. The experiments have become one of our family's favorite activities.
Customer review shared with STEM Discovery Boxes
From our customers
Photos families sent us
Real kitchens, real counters, real experiments. These came in from families and classrooms using the boxes.
Every monthly box includes...
A sample of one of our boxes.
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Three activities
Three activities per box, each on a different science topic.
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Nothing extra to buy
Supplies and batteries ship packed in. No extra trip to the store.
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Science lessons
Step-by-step photo instructions along with age-appropriate educational science lessons.
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Video lessons
Explore your projects with instructional videos by k-8 teacher Mike R. @ThatSTEMGuy, and viral YouTuber Jake Makes.
Request a classroom quote
For 500+ students or a custom term. We reply with pricing and a W-9.
Low-risk for schools and budgets
- Purchase orders accepted, W-9 on request
- Itemized invoice on every order
- Batteries included, nothing to shop for
- Ready day one
Fundable through major ESA and education-funding programs
- Step Up for Students (SUFS)
- ClassWallet
- Arizona ESA
- Texas TEFA
- Purchase orders
- W-9 provided
Fundable through major ESA and education-funding programs. Many schools and families pay little to nothing out of pocket.
Vendor and procurement
Want us on your school's vendor list?
Schools, districts, and funding programs across the country buy STEM Discovery Boxes. If we are not on your vendor list yet, send us the details or a direct link to your vendor application and we will complete it.
- W-9 and vendor documentation provided
- Purchase orders accepted, quotes and invoices on request
- Bulk pricing for schools, camps, and clubs
Classroom questions
Do classroom kits include everything needed?
Yes. Every classroom box ships with supplies pre-portioned per student, including consumables and batteries. Teachers portion nothing and buy nothing extra. Each box contains 3 complete projects plus 3 science lessons, aligned to NGSS and Common Core.
Can schools pay by purchase order?
Yes. We accept purchase orders and provide a W-9 and itemized invoice. Request the PO packet with your quote to route approval through your school or district, or request a quote for 500+ students.
Are the kits aligned to standards?
Every box maps to NGSS and Common Core. NGSS is the national science standards most classrooms follow. Each project lists the standards it covers, so teachers can slot it into existing science planning.
Is there a minimum order?
No minimum. Order a single classroom pack or a whole grade. Per-student pricing drops as the quantity rises, so larger orders cost less per child.
Do teachers need training to run the projects?
No training required. Each project includes step-by-step lesson cards written for the classroom. If your team wants a walkthrough, ask when you request a quote.
How fast can we get kits, and can you ship to more than one site?
Tell us your date and student count in the quote request and we confirm the ship timeline. We can ship to a single classroom or to multiple school and camp addresses.
Can we use ESA or education funds for a classroom order?
Yes. STEM Discovery Boxes is fundable through major ESA and education-funding programs, and we provide the W-9 and itemized receipts those programs require.
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Bring science to your classroom
Supplies and batteries in the box, NGSS-aligned, ready day one.