The Sid the Science Kid: Why Do I Need a Jacket Science Kit is an excellent introduction to science and experimentation for children aged three to five. The kit features characters and concepts from the popular PBS Kids show, Sid the Science Kid.

The kit includes a 24-page instruction manual and journal, thermometer, rain gauge, color-changing UV beads, and two wrist bands. The instruction manual poses questions, explains simple, but engaging experiments, and allows children to draw their observations in their own journal- just like the characters in the show. The experiments in this particular kit revolve around weather: Why Does It Rain, What Does the Sun Do (two experiments), How Do I Know How to Dress, What Happens if I Don't Wear Sunblock, What is Wind, and a bonus experiment, Is it Hard to Be a Weatherman?

These experiments develop scientific prowess while aiding general development as well. Kids will learn to follow instructions, sequence, measure, count, write, and observe. It engages children in science in an entertaining and age-appropriate manner; my kids learned plenty and had a great time doing so.