Kids microscopes are generally smaller in size. The microscope should have safety features built into it such as a rack stop to prevent the objective from crashing into the microscope slide and causing damage to the lens.
Many kids microscopes are cordless - this allows kids to gather around a table without tripping over a power cord. The microscope shown below is the 104-LED microscope. This microscope can run off batteries or an optional power cord.
When purchasing a microscope as a gift for a child, including some prepared slides with the microscope will ensure that the child has immediate specimens to view upon opening the gift. Microscopes can open up a completely new world to children and provide hours of educational entertainment.
