K'Nex Building Simple Machines Class Set

Argos Price Was £149.99 STORE HOMEPAGE First seen in May 2017

Description

Exciting STEM Set; The KNEX Education Building Simple Machines Class Set will allow you to introduce your students to the scientific concepts associated with simple machines: levers and pulleys, wheel & axle, inclined planes, gears, wedge and screw. Students will acquire skills using a hands-on, inquiry-based approach to information and concepts. Working cooperatively, students are encouraged to interact with each other as they build, investigate, discuss, and evaluate scientific principles in action. This 2176 knex piece set builds 15 simple machine models, up to 8 at a time for full class instruction. This set allows up to 24-26 students to work together and comes with student instruction booklet, teacher guide and lesson plans. The teachers guide provides the information and resources needed to build students; understanding of scientific concepts and channel their inquiries into active and meaningful learning experiences. Key concepts covered include levers, pulleys, wheel and axle, inclined planes, gears, wedge and screw. Also mechanical advantage, energy transfer and making work easier; Models inlcude elevator, steep ramp, steaering wheel, crank fan, set balance, splitting wedge, car window, blender, exercise bike and many more; Stem education focuses on science, technology, engineering and mathematics concepts taught through problem-solving, discovery, exploratory learning and critical thinking. Stem education requires students to be active participants in the learning. Knex models offer hands-on learning opportunities that encourage scientific inquiry, investigation and experimentation. One supplied. Size H23.18, W32.07, D42.23cm. (not included) plus . For ages 8 years and over. WARNING(S): Not suitable for children under 3 years old. Only for domestic use.