Metal Detector Starter Kit
Are there any exciting treasures hiding in the park, the forest, or out in the garden? You and your child can find out with this metal detector starter kit - a perfect present for young treasure hunters.Â
- Easy to assemble.
- Powerful metal detector with an 8.8 cm coil that is waterproof and sensitive, so it can actually find stuff (because otherwise, what’s the fun of a metal detector?)
- Can detect objects up to 10 cm deep
- Gives off a light and sound signal when an object is detectedÂ
- Weighs 500 grams
- Arm length can be adjusted from 89–102 cm.
- Requires one 9V battery
- Ergonomic design.
- Collapsible design, folds down to 33 cm
- Includes a trowel for digging up treasures
- Includes an educational guide packed with fun facts, science, and history about metal detectors - perfect for curious minds
What makes this product special
Do you know what STEM means, and why most kids learn better when school subjects mix and mingle?
Read all about STEM, STEAM, and STREAMright here on our blog.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.
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What makes this product special
Are there any exciting treasures hiding in the park, the forest, or out in the garden? You and your child can find out with this metal detector starter kit - a perfect present for young treasure hunters.Â
- Easy to assemble.
- Powerful metal detector with an 8.8 cm coil that is waterproof and sensitive, so it can actually find stuff (because otherwise, what’s the fun of a metal detector?)
- Can detect objects up to 10 cm deep
- Gives off a light and sound signal when an object is detectedÂ
- Weighs 500 grams
- Arm length can be adjusted from 89–102 cm.
- Requires one 9V battery
- Ergonomic design.
- Collapsible design, folds down to 33 cm
- Includes a trowel for digging up treasures
- Includes an educational guide packed with fun facts, science, and history about metal detectors - perfect for curious minds
Suitable for children aged 8 yrs. to 12 yrs.
Science is not necessarily something dull and difficult that adults preoccupy themselves with in distant offices or laboratories. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) play activities and experiments are proof of that. The conventional boundaries between natural science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are removed, and through play and experiments, your child gets to be at the centre of the learning process.
Do you know what STEM means, and why most kids learn better when school subjects mix and mingle?
Read all about STEM, STEAM, and STREAMright here on our blog.This activity develops essential skills which help support your child's well-being and ability to learn new things:
- Encourages your child to use their concentration skills.
- A splendid gift idea for your curious child.
- Benefits your child's comprehension of cause/effect. The ability to predict outcomes gives your child a sense of safety.
| Item number | 42-29-2458 |
|---|---|
| Age | 8 yrs. , 9 yrs., 10 yrs. , 11 yrs. , 12 yrs. |
| Senses | Hearing |
| Function | Depth perception, Immersion and relaxation, Curiosity, Observation, Patience, Cause and effect |
| Material | Metal, Plastic |
| Maintenance | Wipe with a damp cloth |
| Instructions/rules | English |
| Take it with you | in the garden, to the forest, to the cabin, to the beach, on your trip |
| What is or isn't included: | Batteries not included |
| Size in cm: | 31 x 11,7 x 37,3 cm |
| Item weight | 0,65 kg |
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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