K'NEX EDUCATION Intro to Simple Machines: Gears-198 pcs

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Product Features

• Build 6 functioning gear models, designed to demonstrate science and technology concepts.
• Key concepts - gear ratio, gear configurations, applied force, movement, and more.
• Experiment and play!

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 2.3 x 12.4 x 12.4 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000O910E2
• Item model number: 78630
• Our recommended age: 8 - 14 years
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 years and up
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #6,918 in Toys & Games (See Bestsellers in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

K'NEX EDUCATION Intro to Simple Machines: Gears- Investigate and experiment with 6 functioning gear models designed to demonstrate science and technology concepts. 198 pieces.

Product Description

These K'Nex kits inspire young minds and satisfy kids' curiosity on how to construct simple machines. Each innovative kit keeps young builders busy and intrigued for hours at a time.

This Gears Kit builds seven different models and allows kids to work solo or as a team. The models demonstrate spur, crown, chain and sprocket gear assemblies. Includes a compartmentalized storage case with snap-on lid. Curriculum sold separately.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars K'NEX Gears, January 7, 2009

By	Jorene K. Sadowski (El Dorado, KS) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

I bought the K'nex gears for my 8 year old for Christmas. He has had so much fun with it! It comes with instructions to make 7 different machines. He has even tried to come up with his own inventions.