Aqua Dragons in Aquarium
An ideal first pet, especially for children who can't have larger pets such as fish, dogs, or canaries.
Ages 6+ (with adult supervision).
What makes this product special
Toys for learning through play
Play is essential for children’s learning, well-being, and development. Through play, children learn about themselves and the world around them.
Play helps children:
• stay curious
• focus and become absorbed in what they're doing
• take on age-appropriate challenges
• build confidence
We believe children learn best by doing things for themselves:
• by making mistakes
• by getting messy
• by falling down and getting back up again
Resilience, confidence, and courage grow through experience, one small step at a time.
That's why we carefully choose toys that encourage independence, imagination, movement, and social skills — offering just the right balance of support, freedom, and opportunities to grow.
Carefully selected toys
We carefully handpick every toy from the vast world of toys available today. The only toys that make it into our range are ones we'd be happy to give our own children.
Every toy at ToyAcademy should:
• support learning through play
• be made from durable, high-quality materials
• be safe and enjoyable for children to play with
20 years of experience as parents and professionals
We're a Danish company founded in 2005, and we're parents too. We know what it's like to want the very best toys for your children.
Our mission is clear:
Toys should support children’s development, well-being, and confidence through play.
90-day returns
Shop with peace of mind — especially when buying gifts.
You have 90 days to return your purchase, giving you extra flexibility and peace of mind.
If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
What makes this product special
An ideal first pet, especially for children who can't have larger pets such as fish, dogs, or canaries.
Ages 6+ (with adult supervision).
Suitable for ages 6 yrs. to 10 yrs.
Aqua Dragons, also known as sea monkeys, are 1-2 cm long aquatic creatures that you can hatch and raise yourself at home. Their scientific name is Artemia Salinas, and they have lived in salty lakes and seas for millions of years, even alongside dinosaurs!.
When you receive the eggs, they are dried and in a state of hibernation. The eggs come alive when you soak them in clean fresh water, and then the Aqua Dragons stay alive for approximately 3 months. Within just 2-3 days, the Aqua Dragons hatch. To begin with, the Aqua Dragons will be very tiny, but within 5-7 days you can spot them. Among other necessities, the kit comes with enough food for approximately 5 months.
Once the eggs hatch, you should be sure that someone is home every day to look after them. Daily care only takes a couple of minutes, but it is important for the well-being of the little sea monkeys . Aqua Dragons are living creatures. They may be invertebrates and low on the food chain, but as living beings they still need to be cared for with respect. For this reason, an adult should always be around to supervise when children get Aqua Dragons - just like they should be if a child get a puppy or a goldfish.
When the adult Aqua Dragons die, you can often actually manage to hatch any eggs you might have left. Follow the included instructions.
Our kits have everything needed to get started, including a tank, dried eggs, food, a pipette, a spoon, and instructions in English. Read our guide to Aqua Dragons here, at the bottom of our category page.
The activity supports skill development and is wonderful for your child's well-being:
- Inspires little talks with your child that can benefit their academic knowledge.
- Wonderful for your child's curiosity.
- Invites your child to observe and immerse themselves in the activity.
| Item number | 171-W4001 |
|---|---|
| Age | 6 yrs. , 7 yrs. , 8 yrs. , 9 yrs., 10 yrs. |
| Function | Academic knowledge, Curiosity, Observation |
| Helps develop skills and knowledge related to: | Science |
| Size in cm: | 16 x 16 x 4,5 cm |
Delivery time: 2-4 business days
We aim to ship your order as quickly as possible. In most cases, you’ll receive it within 2-4 business days. Occasionally, minor delays may occur.
Please note: During busy periods, such as Christmas or Black Friday, delivery times may be slightly longer.
Returns
You have 90 days to return your purchase. That gives you extra peace of mind, especially when buying gifts. If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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