Okay, I have to admit—I bought this kit as much for myself as for my niece. Who wouldn’t want to make test tube vomit or dissect a (fake) brain? The second we opened the box, her eyes lit up like it was Halloween. The ‘gross factor’ is REAL, and it’s genius for keeping kids engaged.

The kit includes 15 experiments with materials provided (glowing worms = instant win), plus 30 more using household items. We started with the slime—because obviously—and the instructions were so clear even my 8-year-old niece could lead the way. No frantic Googling halfway through, which is a miracle for any science kit.

What surprised me? It’s not as messy as you’d think! The ‘boiling boogers’ experiment was more fascinating than disgusting (hello, polymer science!), and cleanup was a breeze. My niece now proudly explains pH levels to her stuffed animals. Major win.

One heads-up: Check the box seals upon arrival. One reviewer mentioned missing a key ingredient, but ours was complete. If you’ve got a kid who thrives on weirdness or just needs a break from screens, this kit is pure gold. Also, stealing it back for ‘supervision purposes’ is totally acceptable.