Telescope, Microscope, Tripod, Accessory Tray, 19 Piece Microscope Accessory Kit
Let your kids familiarize themselves with the too-often-unseen world around you! This refractor telescope and 1200x microscope set will open their eyes to the very large and distant objects in the heavens, as well as the very small and near objects that comprise the world we live in.
The included refractor telescope offers a user-friendly design and enough power to get acquainted with the night sky. A 2x Barlow lens, finderscope, and full-size tripod are included to help put stars and heavenly bodies in clear view. Since we also throw in a 35x land-viewing eyepiece, you'll still get plenty of use during daylight hours as you observe landscapes, nature, and more.
The microscope boasts a magnification power of up to 1200x, so you can get an up-close-and-personal view of just about anything you can place on a slide. Speaking of slides, you'll get some of those along with slide covers, dyes, and other essentials in the included 19-piece accessory kit.
At such an attractive price point, this affordable telescope and microscope package is a sound investment for kids curious about biology, astronomy, or science in general. A terrific way to give children a head start, or for curious minds of any age!
Telescope
Microscope
Recommended Usage
Viewing the Moon , Viewing the Planets
Features
Alt-Az Mount
Brand
Tasco
Optical Design
Refractor
Aperture
60mm
Focal Length
402mm
User Level
For Kids , For the Beginner
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This was an AWESOME experience!
We bought this set for our 8 year old son who is getting interested in space and the planets. He loves his new telescope and he loves the microscope just as much! He and ...Read complete review
We bought this set for our 8 year old son who is getting interested in space and the planets. He loves his new telescope and he loves the microscope just as much! He and dad have already looked at several "gross" things and are loving every minute. We haven't got to spend much time with the telescope yet (just too cold at night) but what we have done has been fairly simple. My sone just has a little bit of a hard time focusing it himself. But overall we LOVE this product! (espcially for the price)
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Good Deal for the money
I bought this as a starter for my grandsons. The quality is not there but I new that when I bought it.If they catch on to astronomy,we'll get something better. They were excited ...Read complete review
I bought this as a starter for my grandsons. The quality is not there but I new that when I bought it.If they catch on to astronomy,we'll get something better. They were excited to see the moon and Jupiter in this scope and I admit it wasn't too bad.Not bad for the money.As a starter,I would recommend it.
The microscope was kind of cool. Once again,for the money it was ok.The kids loved it and that was what I hoped for.
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Comments about Tasco 100x50 Refractor Telescope with 1200x Microscope:
My daughter loves it.
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Easy ordering, quick delivery. Everything as promoted.
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Comments about Tasco 100x50 Refractor Telescope with 1200x Microscope:
Over-all a good starter telescope for a novice astronomer that wants to get closer to the stars.The only main problem is the instruction manual.When assembling, the illustrations were clear but the lack of identification of specific parts and lenses were not. So your going to have to figure out the various lenses.Really a great buy considering it comes with a Microscope and a Nice software disk.
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We got this for my daughter's 8th birthday because she is really into science and could not wait to start using both her microscope and telescope. So far she loves it!
I would also like to add that Hayneedle was excellent, we received the package much faster than the expected arrival date.
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I will be using this with the other telescopes that I purchased for my star gazing programs in the New Mexico State Parks.
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Q1: Can I use the telescope to watch animals, or people?
A: You sure can! This telescope comes with a 35x land viewing eyepiece that can be used for terrestrial viewing.
Q2: Does the microscope come with any blank slides so we can make our own?
A: Yes, this comes with several blank slides and covers.
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