Great Pretenders Galactic Explorer Kit

Ages 6+

The Great Pretenders Galactic Explorer Kit is ready to take curious kids on a mission through space, with potion making, sensory exploration and plenty of imagination along the way.

Young explorers can mix colourful galactic creations, experiment with different ingredients and dream up stories about distant planets, friendly aliens and mysterious discoveries. With recipes to follow when they need a little inspiration and plenty of opportunity to create their own concoctions, it strikes a lovely balance between guided activity and open ended play.

Beautifully presented in a keepsake box, this space themed potion kit brings together the playful details and thoughtful craftsmanship Great Pretenders is known for, creating an activity kids will want to return to long after their first cosmic mission.

Why You'll Love It

• Combines potion making, sensory play and space themed imaginative play in one creative kit
• Encourages kids to pour, scoop, measure and mix while experimenting with different galactic creations
• Includes a Secret Potion Recipe Book for guided activities while still leaving plenty of room for kids to invent their own recipes
• Colourful ingredients, slime, charms and space themed accessories make every potion feel like a new discovery
• An illustrated backdrop helps extend potion making into small world play, storytelling and intergalactic adventures
• Hands on play encourages concentration and patience while giving busy hands something purposeful to explore
• Works beautifully for independent play or as a shared activity with siblings and friends
• Presented in a keepsake storage box so ingredients and accessories can be packed away ready for the next mission
• Created by Great Pretenders with the quality, imaginative design and attention to detail the brand is known for

Perfect For

• Curious kids who love space, science, experiments and discovering how things work
• Children who enjoy sensory play, potion making, mixing and hands on creative activities
• Imaginative kids who love turning an activity into stories, characters and make believe adventures
• Independent quiet time, rainy days, school holiday activities and creative afternoons at home
• Playdates and sibling play where kids can invent recipes, share ingredients and create galactic adventures together
• A fun space themed birthday or Christmas gift for young explorers

Play Ideas

• Follow the Secret Potion Recipe Book and see what galactic concoctions you can create
• Invent a brand new planet and mix a potion inspired by its colours, creatures or environment
• Create potions for friendly aliens, astronauts or mysterious creatures from another galaxy
• Use the illustrated backdrop and accessories to turn potion time into an imaginative small world space adventure
• Experiment with different combinations and predict what might happen before adding the next ingredient
• Create your own potion names, recipes and stories to extend the play beyond the mixing bowl

Develops Skills

• Fine motor skills through pouring, scooping, measuring and mixing
• Creative thinking through inventing potions, characters and imaginary worlds
• Concentration and patience through multi step hands on activities
• Problem solving and experimentation through exploring different ingredient combinations
• Language and communication through storytelling, potion naming and shared play
• Social skills through turn taking, collaboration and creating with friends or siblings
• Sensory awareness through exploring colours, textures and different materials

Included, 28 piece set:

• Magnifying Glass
• Tweezers
• Funnel
• Spoon
• Sealable Plastic Bottles
• Citric Acid
• Baking Soda
• Stickers
• Slime
• Charms
• Space themed tools and accessories
• Secret Potion Recipe Book
• Illustrated galactic backdrop
• Potion making ingredients

Keepsake storage box

Suitable for ages 6 years and over

This set is great for school holidays, Christmas or parties. 

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Safety Information: Adult supervision is recommended. The ingredients in this kit are intended for play and experimentation, not consumption. If any irritation occurs, discontinue use and rinse thoroughly with clean water. Wash hands after play and store safely when not in use.