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Simple Machines STEM Experiment and Model Building Kit

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Category: Engineering

8 years & up. Explore the basics of mechanical physics by building a series of simple machines designed to perform complex tasks that make our everyday lives easier. Build 26 working models focusing on six simple machines: wheels and axles, levers, pulleys, inclined planes, screws, and wedges. Learn the science behind your builds in the full-color, 32-page manual and follow the easy to understand step-by-step instructions to assemble each machine. As your understanding of mechanical physics develops, use the building elements to construct your own working piece of simple machinery. Included: 132 building pieces to create 26 working models and a 32-Page full-color instruction manual.

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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Emma ★★★★★

We've already built the lever and wheel-and-axle models, and my son loves seeing how they lift heavy objects using minimal force. The instructions are clear enough for him to work mostly on his own.

James M. ★★★★★

My 9-year-old built the pulley model on his own and then spent an hour explaining how it lifts things with less effort. The pieces snap together well and actually hold, unlike another kit we tried that fell apart mid-build. Twenty-six models means he won't run out of things to make anytime soon.

Grace P. ★★★★★

The lever and wheel-and-axle models actually move the way they're supposed to, which kept my 8-year-old busy for a solid two hours. Twenty-six builds means we haven't run out of projects yet.