Mel Science

Mel Science Physics

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Mel Science Physics Subscription delivers monthly kits that involve building interactive gadgets (motors, gyroscopes, circuits, etc.) and exploring physics concepts through hands‑on experiments paired with VR visualizations. Each box includes durable components, safety‑tested materials, digital instructions, and 3D immersive lessons to help students visualize abstract forces and properties. Parents describe it as “mini science fairs in a box”—exciting, rigorous, and perfectly designed for inquisitive learners. Unique for its VR integration and quality lab-like components, it’s a rich addition to homeschool science, balancing experimentation and theory in an engaging, low-prep format.

Recommended Ages

Ages 8+

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KitOpen and GoHands-OnScreens Optional

MEL Science uses a blended hands-on and digital learning approach rooted in scaffolded inquiry and NGSS standards. Experiment kits are paired with interactive app lessons and AR/VR experiences that contextualize scientific concepts and visualize invisible phenomena. Students predict outcomes, follow step-by-step instructions, perform experiments, and compare results through app quizzes and reflections. This model supports building conceptual understanding alongside technical skills, while the digital platform engages multiple senses and learning styles—ideal for modern, immersive STEM education.

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Regular price $64.90 USD
Mel Science Physics
$64.90 USD

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What kids will learn

Our mission

MEL Science’s mission is to foster a genuine love for science by merging tactile, hands-on experiments with immersive VR/AR visualizations, helping children see what’s happening at the molecular level. The program addresses the shortcomings of standard science kits by offering structured, safe, and visually rich experiences that build deeper conceptual understanding and ignite curiosity.

Our story

MEL Science was founded in 2015 by Vassili Philippov, a PhD mathematician and software entrepreneur from St. Petersburg who earned national medals in physics and chemistry competitions. He experienced first-hand the frustration of children’s lack of deep understanding from conventional chemistry sets and set out to create a subscription-based science kit that combines physical experiments with virtual reality to make concepts more intuitive. Since its launch, the company has raised over $24 million in funding, expanded globally to serve 63 countries, partnered with Vsauce’s Curiosity Box, and attracted acclaim from the Royal Society of Chemistry and American Chemical Society .

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FAQ: Additional Details about Mel Science Physics

A typical physics kit, like “Vision Physics,” provides materials to build real 3D goggles. Kids learn about color, light, and animal vision through guided experiments like spectrum goggles and “penguin vision.” They follow the digital guide on their device, actively assembling and testing as they learn. The app may include prompts, explanations, trivia, and digital rewards to keep learners motivated throughout the experience.

Subscribers receive a new physics kit every month, with all components necessary to conduct multiple experiments safely at home. The MEL Science app guides kids through setup, provides video-based instructions, quizzes, and immersive VR/AR extensions. Subscriptions can be paused or canceled anytime. Kits are also available in bundled sets for one-time bulk purchase, with reusable glassware included in starter kits.

These kits are ideal for curious learners aged around 8–14 who enjoy building, experimenting, and interacting with technology. They work well for homeschool students, co-op groups, or parents seeking safe, engaging, and educational science activities delivered monthly. Learners who love gadgets, exploration, and multi-sensory instruction—especially those fascinated by real-world physics—will thrive with MEL Science.

MEL Science Physics Kits might not suit younger children under age 8 or older high school students seeking rigorous theoretical depth. Families without access to a smartphone/tablet, or with preferences for text-only or purely offline curriculums, might find the digital component limiting. Additionally, those looking for daily curriculum or written assessments may need to supplement, as the model focuses on monthly hands-on labs rather than ongoing lesson plans.

These kits follow clear, step-by-step visual instructions, which can be helpful for students who benefit from structured, predictable formats—such as children on the autism spectrum. The hands-on aspect supports engagement and kinesthetic learning, which can aid focus in students with ADHD. Learners with dyslexia may also appreciate the reduced reading load and the reliance on demonstration over text.

Particularly well suited for gifted STEM learners, MEL Science kits provide hands-on depth, visual explanations, and complex chemistry content that families say keeps kids challenged and motivated.

No formal prerequisites, though learners should be comfortable following adult supervision during experiments; reading comprehension and basic safety awareness are helpful.

Subscriptions can be paused or canceled at any time; individual kit delivery policies vary—families should check the provider’s terms for refund eligibility before purchase.

Families recommend starting with a science day each month aligned to when the kit arrives, following the app’s VR session before doing the real experiment to prime understanding, and then using the kits as springboards for extra projects—such as researching the periodic table element used or exploring related YouTube demos. Building a “lab notebook” to record hypotheses, observations, and reflections can deepen learning and make experimentation more meaningful.

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Meet Vassili

Vassili Philippov is MEL Science’s founder and Executive Chairman, originally a PhD mathematician and software entrepreneur with multiple technology patents and national science competition medals. He launched MEL Science out of his own frustration with conventional chemistry sets, aiming to combine real experimentation with virtual reality for deeper, intuitive learning. Under his leadership, MEL has attracted significant investment, launched globally, and collaborated with high-profile science influencers

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ManishaCEO and Founder

Mel Science is the most popular science subscription kit among homeschool families. The parents we talk to love the high quality materials and engaging experiments. For families who don't mind screen time, the online videos and app are fantastic supplements to the physical materials.

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