Easy to use, fuss-free, very portable and very reasonably priced, there’s not much as regards the Olympus 8x25 WP II that either we or our youngest would take issue with. What happens when the teachers and families of deaf children are given intensive support and training? Your children will finally be able to see things from afar without any fuss or confusion with Geosafari Jr.'s amazing Kidnoculars! Finally, a pair of binoculars that are specifically designed for kids!

We've rounded up, and tested, the very best binoculars for junior observers whether they're a little younger, or in their teens. But there are some inherent features that children's binos share, including smaller magnifications and narrower objective lenses due to their modest proportions. That means they're not especially suited to low light observing where larger openings let in more light to the eye. Magnification is adjusted via a centrally located zoom lever, just in front of the eyepieces, so we literally don’t need to take our eyes off the ball. The device is relatively compact too and manageably lightweight, with multi-coated lenses and prisms maximizing light transmission and boosting clarity of vision. The only downside is that these zoom binoculars cost a bit more than a basic 8x21 pair, but being able to follow play from afar and get close in on the detail of any wildlife or sporting activity could well be worth it for budding sports professionals or nature lovers of the future. The single-piece design also means there are no choking hazards for the little explorers among you. While younger toddlers may not yet have the fine motor skills needed to get the most out of them, they’re still a great gift for older toddlers (3-4) and up. If you're looking to invest in a top-notch pair of kids binoculars that will last them for the long haul then the Celestron Nature DX 8x32 might be just what you're after. An excellent premium choice for older kids with steadier hands these binoculars are better suited to those who are happy with a wider field of view (the amount you can see through the binos), especially if you already have a semi-seasoned bird-watcher in the family. Youngsters are here provided with enough magnifying power to be able to observe birds and wildlife at a sufficient distance so as to not scare off such skittish creatures. Raised nodules on the flanks of this binocular aid grip for handheld observation, even if the overall feel is quite smooth.Some binoculars are kid-friendly, but as Educational Insights implies with its branding, the GeoSafari Jr. Kidnoculars Extreme was actually made for kids with Science Technology Engineering and Math learning in mind.

These compact binos will fit comfortably in the palm of an adult hand in its entirety while weighing no more than a small plastic water bottle a child might have in their lunchbox. We were impressed with the image quality here too, which was better than we expected given the diminutive size. That’s no doubt down to the manufacturer choosing class-leading BaK-4 porro prisms in the construction as well as featuring fully multi-coated lenses to improve light transmission. Good optical performance for a fair price – that’s the crux of these budget binoculars. 10x magnification coupled with a 42mm objective lens, meaning a marginally weightier build overall, does however suggest to us these would be more of a match with older children rather than the under tens.

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These are the educational benefits you can expect to see in your little one from a pair of binoculars: The multi-coated 8x32 lenses ensure bright imagery, but if you want more power, you can upgrade all the way to a 12x56 model. You get the perfect combination of magnification, field of view and close focus distance for most nature scenes. They're even eyeglass-friendly, for those of us who are already bespectacled, and come with a nifty built-in tripod mount for long periods of steady observations. While smaller, compact binoculars are typically much more affordable that doesn't mean they're unsuitable for all the family as there are some great models that can be used effectively by everyone.