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National Geographic Incredibly Gross Science Kit – 16 Disgusting Experiments with Bonus Guide, Yucky Slime Chemistry Set…

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Amazon rating

★★★★★4.7(5,593)

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81/ 100

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Updated Jun 27, 2026 · 1 min read

National Geographic Incredibly Gross Science Kit – 16 Disgusting Experiments with Bonus Guide, Yucky Slime Chemistry Set…

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What reviewers found

Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.

Among the lowest-priced kits in the pool at around $13, this National Geographic 'Incredibly Gross Science' set posts one of the best rating profiles we saw: 4.7 stars across more than 5,500 verified-purchase ratings. The yuck-factor theme, with 16 disgusting slime-and-chemistry experiments, clearly resonates with the kids it targets according to buyer sentiment. As with the other kits here, our data is limited to Amazon ratings rather than independent testing, so the score reflects buyer consensus.

What reviewers liked

  • Lowest price in the pool (around $13) with a 4.7-star average
  • Large review base of more than 5,500 ratings
  • Theme-driven experiments score well for engaging reluctant kids

Where it falls short

  • Only 16 experiments, fewer than the larger chemistry kits
  • Novelty 'gross' theme may have limited replay value
  • No independent expert or community signals in our data to corroborate ratings

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Synthesis · not our verdict

Among the lowest-priced kits in the pool at around $13, this National Geographic 'Incredibly Gross Science' set posts one of the best rating profiles we saw: 4.7 stars across more than 5,500 verified-purchase ratings. The yuck-factor theme, with 16 disgusting slime-and-chemistry experiments, clearly resonates with the kids it targets according to buyer sentiment.

As with the other kits here, our data is limited to Amazon ratings rather than independent testing, so the score reflects buyer consensus. The narrower theme and smaller experiment count (16) keep it from challenging the broader chemistry sets for the top spot, but for the price it is the standout value pick.

Parents looking for an inexpensive, engagement-first introduction to chemistry concepts will find the strongest budget case here, with the caveat that the 'gross' novelty may have a shorter shelf life than a full lab kit.

Key specs

Source: Amazon listing
INCREDIBLY GROSS SCIENCE EXPERIMENTS – This kit includes everything kids need to conduct 6 yucky chemistry experiments: popping blood cells, boiling boogers, dissecting a brain, making squishy eyeballs, creating gooey guts, and growing glowing worms.
BONUS GUIDE WITH 10 MORE EXPERIMENTS – Includes an extra experiment booklet packed with gross science activities that use common household items, extending the fun and encouraging repeat experimentation.
HANDS-ON GROSS CHEMISTRY LEARNING – Wildly icky results grab kids' attention while real chemistry concepts come to life through tactile, engaging experiments they won’t forget!
FASCINATING GROSS FACTS – Each experiment features fun explanations that reveal the real science behind the slime, goo, and reactions kids love.
AWARD-WINNING PRODUCTS - Blue Marble, winner of the Toy Association's prestigious Toy of the Year Award, proudly develops products that foster education, imagination, and creativity, with a U.S. support team to ensure a stellar experience!

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