FAQs

What age range are your science build boxes suitable for?
Science is for everyone! We believe our ChemKits are super accessible and fun for all the family. However, we also recognise that some learners are very proudly independent and so once you turn 7, you no longer need assistance to make the magic happen. For children under 7 years of age, it’s great if older siblings or other family members can help.

How often will I receive a new box?
Our subscription boxes are jam-packed, full of science awesomeness that we
believe will keep you going for 6-8 weeks at a time. Each box has at least three
separate science experiments, some with extra variations to try at home too. So,
every two months, you will be ready for a new chemistry infusion and that’s when
you’ll receive a new subscription.

What types of science experiments or projects are included?
The market is full of physics and construction kits, so we are proudly chemistry-
based. We believe science is everywhere, all around us and want Chem Kids to
experience the joy of chemistry in their kitchen at home.

Are the materials safe for children?
Yes, absolutely. All of the ingredients are safe for anyone to inhale or consume.
There’s just one caveat – kitchen benchtops might not love some of the dyes used to colour the experiments and little fingers could also stain, so we recommend wearing gloves and covering benchtops with a protective layer to avoid stains.

Do I need to purchase additional supplies or tools?
No. All of the materials and equipment needed for our chemistry experiments are
supplied in your ChemKits4Kids box. There are some optional variations shared that you might like to try that are not included but these materials are easily sourced and might already be found in your kitchen at home.

How long does each project typically take to complete?
Well, that depends on how much fun you want to have! Most experiments take up to 30 minutes at a time, but some might need some overnight processing time to see results, which just adds to the excitement and anticipation.

Can I cancel or pause my subscription at any time?
Yes. We understand that you might be away on holidays or need to take a break and don’t want to miss out so you can just let us know and hit pause until the timing suits.  We know you’ll love our ChemKits arriving on your doorstep every two months but if, for any reason, you’d like to cancel your subscription, just let us know.

Are the instructions easy for children to follow?
Our ChemKits are designed and tested by kids for kids. Every experiment has been tested in our home kitchen and the instructions are easy to follow for children who can read them, and with minimal support for children under 7 years.

Do you offer different difficulty levels or themes?
Yes, every ChemKit has a theme, and all experiments contained within are linked to this chemistry theme. Several of the experiments share variations and often these variations come with added complexity for more adventurous or mature ChemKids to try.

Is adult supervision required for all projects?
Adults are an important part of any learning, so we’d love whole families to get
involved. However, we suggest that children aged 7 years and older are capable of conducting our ChemKids experiments on their own and children younger than 7 years can join in every step of the way with an older sibling, friend or family member to support.

 

How do your boxes align with school curricula?
Every ChemKits4Kids box has a theme and these themes are consistent with many aspects of science and learning in the classroom.

Can I gift a subscription to someone else?
Yes, you sure can! Just send us an email with the details and we’ll send you a super cool gift voucher.

What if a part is missing or broken in my box?
Just let us know and we’ll send you a replacement part.

Are the boxes environmentally friendly?
Yes, all of our boxes are recyclable.

Do you offer any educational resources beyond the physical projects?
We absolutely do. Every box contains learning material with clearly articulated
learning objectives, along with the theory to support the practical experiments.