What the Dino Dig & Diorama Kit Includes
The Wow in the World: Dino Dig & Diorama kit lets you step into the role of a paleontologist. Inside the box you'll find ten plaster dino eggs, each hiding a different dinosaur figure. You also get durable excavation tools — a rock hammer and chisel — plus an eight-page full-color guide that explains real paleontologist techniques and shares facts about each dinosaur and prehistoric plant. The kit includes a cardboard diorama and prehistoric plant stickers for setting up your own museum exhibit after the dig.
How to Excavate the Dinosaur Figures
The main activity is digging each dinosaur out of its plaster egg. Here's the process supported by the kit's instructions.
- Prepare your workspace: Lay down newspaper or a tray to catch plaster dust. The kit is recommended for ages 4 and up, with adult supervision due to small parts and the chisel tool.
- Use the rock hammer and chisel: Gently tap the plaster egg with the hammer and chisel to crack it. Work slowly to avoid damaging the dinosaur figure inside. The guide explains techniques real paleontologists use on dig sites.
- Remove the dinosaur figure: Once the plaster breaks away, free the dinosaur figure. Repeat for all ten eggs to collect the complete set of ten different dinosaurs.
Assemble the Diorama and Set Up Your Exhibit
After all dinosaurs are excavated, it's time to build the prehistoric scene.
- Assemble the cardboard diorama: Follow the guide to fold and assemble the cardboard pieces into a three-dimensional prehistoric landscape.
- Place the dinosaur figures: Position each dinosaur figure in its spot along the prehistoric timeline printed on the diorama. The guide tells you a little about each dinosaur to help you decide where they belong.
- Add the prehistoric plant stickers: Use the included stickers to decorate the diorama with plants that match the era. This completes your own dinosaur museum exhibit.
Kit Specifications and Included Content
- Wow in the World: Dino Dig & Diorama: Includes durable excavation tools (rock hammer and chisel) and an eight-page, full-color guide that aids your dig, explains the techniques real paleontologists use when on a dig site, and tells you a little about each dinosaur and prehistoric plant. The tools and guide provide a realistic, educational experience that goes beyond simple toy excavation.
Wow in the World: Dino Dig & Diorama - Wow in the World: Dino Dig & Diorama: This kit comes with ten dino eggs for you to dig into and discover ten different dinosaur figures. Ten eggs mean multiple rounds of digging, keeping kids engaged and offering variety in the figures collected.
- Wow in the World: Dino Dig & Diorama: Exclusive Wow in the World audio content featuring Guy Raz and Mindy Thomas enhances the play and the learning. The audio adds an extra layer of storytelling and fun facts, making the activity more immersive.
- Wow in the World: Dino Dig & Diorama: Ages: 4+. Not for children under 3 yrs. WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD — Small parts. This safety information is critical for choosing the right age group and ensuring adult supervision during play.
Tips for a Successful Dig
Work on a covered surface to make cleanup easier. The plaster dust can be messy, but the included tools are designed for small hands. If a figure is stubborn, tap gently rather than forcing it. The guide's paleontologist tips can help you avoid breaking the figures. After the dig, the diorama assembly is straightforward — just follow the fold lines and use the stickers to bring the scene to life.
