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Kit and Oak & the Lost Star | hands-on STEAM/STEM and Science space mystery kit

Kit and Oak & the Lost Star | hands-on STEAM/STEM and Science space mystery kit

Barnwood Hall Mystery: Kit & Oak and the Lost Star

A hands-on STEAM/STEM and Science space mystery kit for kids ages 5–9

 

Step into Barnwood Hall Mystery, where curiosity reaches beyond the horizon and mysteries spark hands-on discovery.

 

Kit & Oak and the Lost Star invites children ages 5–9 on a night-sky adventure that begins with a flash across the sky. When Kit and Oak witness a star fall to Earth, questions race faster than the light itself. Where did it land? What was it really? And could it still be out there?

This STEM, Science, and STEAM mystery kit blends storytelling with hands-on exploration as young investigators follow clues from the night sky to the ground beneath their feet. Each Barnwood Hall kit is a standalone experience and can be completed in any order.

 

What’s Included

  • Illustrated cozy space mystery book featuring Kit & Oak

  • Hands-on STEM, Science & STEAM activities tied directly to the story

  • Hands-on exploration of meteorite landings and impact sites

  • A real meteorite specimen for close observation

  • Build and test a meteorite model to see what happens when it falls

  • Learn about meteor showers, space rocks, and constellations

  • A themed board game reinforcing concepts through play

  • Junior Naturalist Case Files for recording clues and discoveries

  • Themed stickers

  • All required supplies

 

The Story

A streak of light tears across the night sky—and then it’s gone. Kit and Oak set out under the stars, following clues left behind by a fallen traveler from space. Along the way, constellations tell their stories, the ground holds secrets of fiery landings, and the mystery grows closer with every step. When the lost star is finally found, young readers discover that the universe is full of wonders waiting to be explored.

 

Learning Highlights

  • Introduces space science and astronomy concepts

  • Explores meteorites, meteors, and meteor showers

  • Connects constellations and their stories to observation skills

  • Builds scientific inquiry, prediction, and problem-solving

  • Strengthens reading comprehension through story-based learning

  • Encourages hands-on, screen-free STEM and Science exploration

 

Perfect For

  • Children ages 5–9

  • Homeschool families

  • Libraries and classrooms

  • Space- and science-loving kids

  • Parents seeking story-driven STEM, Science, and STEAM kits

 

Why Barnwood Hall Mystery Kits

Barnwood Hall Mystery kits combine storytelling, science, and creativity, helping children learn through curiosity, imagination, and hands-on exploration—no screens required.

 

Product Details

  • Age Range: 5–9 years

  • Learning Focus: STEM, Science, STEAM, space science, literacy

  • Format: Physical kit + storybook

  • Use: Home, homeschool, classroom, library programs

    $24.99Price
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    Shipped Late Summer 2026
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