5 Reasons the National Geographic Kids Explorer Set Is Worth Buying

The binoculars actually focus Many nature kits include binoculars that won’t focus, but these work reliably for a child’s use.

The compass points north Unlike cheap compasses that point vaguely southeast, this one is accurate and functional.

The activity guide turns walks into missions The included guide makes a simple hike feel like a real exploration, keeping kids engaged and curious.

It’s durable enough for real use Kids can bring it on actual hikes without it falling apart, unlike many bug catchers and other kits.

Kids actually want to bring it This is the rare kit that a child asks to take along, rather than leaving it at home.