MindWare Dig It Up! Dinosaur Eggs Excavation Kit | Hands-On Dino Discovery

Hands-on dinosaur discovery for curious minds

Turn ordinary play into a tactile science moment with the MindWare Dig It Up! Dinosaur Eggs Excavation Kit. Each 3-inch clay egg houses a surprise dinosaur, inviting young explorers to feel the cool shell, listen for a gentle crack as they begin to chip away, and watch color and form emerge from the dusty clay. The experience blends curiosity with a sense of accomplishment, encouraging careful observation and playful experimentation. Designed for kids, families, and classroom centers, this compact kit adapts to different group sizes and solo sessions, offering a flexible, engaging activity that can spark ongoing discovery without overwhelming the table or space.

What’s inside

• 12 individually wrapped clay dinosaur eggs with unique figures inside
• 12 small chisels for careful excavation
• 12 instruction sheets to guide each dig
• 1 excavation guidebook to expand learning and planning

How to use

Begin by soaking a clay egg in water to soften the shell. Then, with the included chisel, gently chip away the outer layer to reveal the dinosaur inside. Rinse away remaining clay for a clean, ready-to-play figure.

Learning and play ideas

• Use the Excavation Guide to classify dinosaurs by shared traits and sketch a simple diorama
• Compare different dinosaurs and discuss how they might have lived, using the guidebook as reference
• Collaborate with peers in small groups to plan a miniature fossil display or classroom display
• Practice fine motor control and patience while exploring each egg

Why families and classrooms love it

Compact and versatile, this kit transitions easily from home to classroom centers. It blends tactile, sensory exploration with structured information, offering a flexible activity that supports curiosity, observation, and collaborative learning without dictating a single outcome.