Through building 36 models and conducting subsequent experiments with the models, you will learn the fundamental laws of mechanical physics with this Physics Kit by Thames & Kosmos. This hands-on approach is both fun and effective because the principles of physics are demonstrated right in front of you. The full-color 64-page manual presents assembly instructions, experiments and explanations in a richly-illustrated, easy-to-follow manner.The year 2005 marks the 100th anniversary of Albert Einstein’s “miraculous year” in which he published three important papers describing ideas that have since influenced all of modern physics. This year provides the opportunity to celebrate Einstein, his great ideas, and his influence on life in the 21st century. The World Year of Physics is a worldwide celebration of physics and its importance in our everyday lives. Physics not only plays an important role in the development of science and technology but also has a tremendous impact on our society.Activities: build a windmill, crane, sail car, mars robot, hammer machine, centrifuge, scale and dozens of other models experiment with simple machines: gears, levers, screws, inclined planes, pulleys, wheels and axles learn and understand the most fundamental physics equations read about amazing real-world applications for physics 64-page Manual 73 ExperimentsAges 8 and upBy Thames & Kosmos
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This premier solar power workshop delves deeply into the principals of alternative energy resources. In one way or another, almost every form of energy we use originates as energy from the sun. Solar energy directly powers photovoltaic cells and thermal collectors. Indirectly, we get power from plants grown by the sun, oceans heated by the sun, and Earth’s weather systems sustained by the sun. Even the energy stored in fossil fuels originated as energy from the sun, captured by plants and animals millions of years ago. Physics Solar Workshop by Thames & Kosmos explores the topic of solar energy, focusing on photovoltaic cells. The kit contains everything you need to build 12 different solar powered projects and conduct 30 experiments, you will learn how solar cells transform light into electrical energy, and how motors and mechanical devices can optimize the work done by this energy. You will build different types of vehicles and machines to demonstrate how gears can convert and transform power for different needs. There are 320 parts, which are also compatible with the other kits in the Physics line. The 64-page book offers illustrated instructions for the projects, developed with Greenpeace in Germany. Ages 8 and up.By Thames & Kosmos
Imagine what your little carpenter will create with the My Professional Workshop by Educo. The fun wooden workbench is great for inspiring little minds and the tools are sized perfectly for small hands. Big building projects call for big workbenches and that’s the idea with My Professional Workshop by Educo. The 78-piece pretend play set includes plenty of large screws and wood pieces to construct things with the included hammer, screwdriver, vice, and ruler. Measures 21 1/2″L x 13″W x 29″H. ***Oversize Shipping Charges Apply***Ages 3 and up.By Educo