Would prefer it to not be “hair” 'makeup" girlish oriented, but rather something challenging for her mind. I am her Uncle, and would like something maybe aimed at DIY outside of Lego if you know what I mean. Budget is small, maybe 39.99? Can move either way if needed
Advice, much needed as a 36 y/o male with no kids
I was about that age when I was gifted a microscope. No idea if you can still find them that cheap, though
Yes, also had a microscope at around that age, even with some sample plates that you could look at, such as a squeezed fly.
Might be able to build one, could be worth looking into, thanks!
I also got a microscope around this age - now I’m an environmental scientist
Another good one would be an easier STEMmy puzzle. I had one that was a bunch of shapes that had to fit together into its small case. Kinda of Tetris like.
In my area’s thrift stores, $500 microscopes are available for $10, no joke. People buy them for their kids, kids never use them, into the box and off to the donation center!
We gave our 5yo a microscope for his 5th birthday, and he loved it!