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(K'Nex Wheels / Axles & Inclined Planes Kit
Introduce your kids to simple machines such as drills, ramps, wedges, and steering wheels with the seven fun, hands-on construction projects in this Knex kit. Find out the differences between inclined planes, wedges, and screws, and how to tell whether a wheel is turning an axle or vice versa.Comes with 215 snap-together pieces and step-by-step instructions with simple explanations, all in a sturdy plastic storage case. Includes a CD containing the 39 page teachers' guide. Ages 8-12.
Kit Contents
- 215 color-coded pieces
- Instructions to build 7 models one at a time demonstrating the princliples of wheels and axles, inclined planes, and screws
- A CD containing the 39 page teachers' guide with key terms, explanation of scientific concepts and everyday examples, and additional science experiments
- Supports 3 students working as a team
- Packed in a strong, stackable storage case with moveable dividers and transparent, lockable lid
Key science concepts that can be taught and learned with this kit include:
- Test models and identify whether the wheel turns the axle or the axle turns the wheel
- Discuss how the size of the wheel and axle affect the work performed Identify and differentiate between inclined planes, wedges and screws and test them to determine how they operate
- Compare and contrast how these different machines function and determine why they are categorized together
WARNING:
CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.
