Gifts for Mom: Beautiful Science Decor She Will Love Having at Home

Choose something she will not find in an ordinary gift shop. A storm glass that reads the weather, the 3D Hourglass Sand that creates moving landscapes or the Salvador Dali Wall Clock are all unusual, decorative and easy to live with. They show real thought without needing any explanation.

Go for something that adds atmosphere rather than clutter. The Jellyfish Lava Lamp and the Space Projector transform a room in the evening, while the Triangular Glass Prism takes up almost no space yet fills a sunny window with color. Practical beauty is often the best answer.

You can find something lovely at every level. The Storm Glass Weather Forecaster is under $25, most storm glasses, prisms and sand timers sit between $30 and $50, and the Storm Globe or Space Projector make a more generous gift, perhaps shared between siblings.

For a birthday, pick a piece that matches her personality. A home lover will enjoy the Cube Weather Glass, a night owl will love the Jellyfish Lava Lamp and an art fan will appreciate the Salvador Dali Wall Clock. Add a personal card to make it feel even more special.

Keep it in its original box and add tissue paper around it before wrapping, so the glass is protected if the parcel is moved. A ribbon and a small tag explaining what the object does make it more fun to open, and help her understand the science straight away.