- Kit includes more than 300 building pieces
- Build a windmill, two-speed crane, force scale, sail car, mars robot, hammer machine
- Experiment with simple machines: gears, levers, screws, inclined planes, pulleys, wheels and axles
- Learn and understand the most fundamental physics equations
- It is a 64-page, full-color experiment manual
- Centrifuge, pinball game, centrifugal switch, ship's lantern, and dozens of other models
About Thames & Kosmos
Thames & Kosmos was founded in 2001 with the mission of improving informal science education outside of the classroom by publishing high-quality science kits for children of all ages. T&K's mission has since expanded from its STEM roots to encompass other educational branches as well, including arts and crafts and the panoply of thinking and social skills that can be taught through games and magic.
T&K places an emphasis on teaching concepts and skills through tactile processes. Our vision is to give all children access to real, physical activities and projects that teach them how things work.
Physics Workshop
The Science of Matter and Energy
Almost everyone has heard of a chemistry set. But until this kit was introduced, a physics set was almost unheard of. Physics is an essential science for everyone, and this kit provides a comprehensive explanation of mechanical physics. Through building 36 models and conducting subsequent experiments with the models, you will learn the fundamental laws of mechanical physics. Start by building small models, such as a fixed pulley, to learn about basic forces and simple machines. Then, work your way up to more complex machines, such as a pendulum clock, to learn more advanced concepts like work and centripetal force. This hands-on approach is both fun and effective because the principles of physics are demonstrated right in front of you.
- Ages 8 and up.
- 64-page, full-color manual.
- 305 pieces.
- 37 experiments.
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The WorkshopsThe manual offers instructions to build 36 models to jumpstart your exploration of physics. Build a windmill, two-speed crane, force scale, sail car, mars robot, hammer machine, centrifuge, pinball game, centrifugal switch, ship’s lantern, and dozens of other models. | The ExperimentsAfter building the models, conduct subsequent experiments with them to learn about the fundamental laws of mechanical physics. With your fixed pulley model, you'll learn about basic forces and simple machines. Once you've worked up to more complex machines, such as a pendulum clock, you'll explore more advanced concepts like work and centripetal force. | The ManualThe 64-page, full-color manual presents assembly instructions, experiments, and a wealth of information about the science of physics and its real-life applications. |
Sail Car
Learn about equilibrium and the four-part rule for stability by building your own sail car!
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What's InsideThe kit comes with 305 building pieces including a motorbox, a crank, pulleys, gears wheels, and more to get you started on your scientific adventure. The plastic building system is compatible with other Thames & Kosmos physics and engineering kits-Combine the pieces to create your own configurations limited only by your imagination. | Educational ValueKids learn additional information about mechanical physics and the science of matter and energy in the 'Did You Know?' sections scattered throughout the manual. Key terms and processes are highlighted and explained in a digestible, straightforward way, and examples of real-life physics applications make learning about this area of science fun. | Quality Assurance & Customer SatisfactionThames & Kosmos is committed to providing quality products that users can enjoy and learn from for a long time. Our customer service department is available to troubleshoot any problems that may arise while using our kits, and replacement parts are also available. Should you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us. We love our products and want you to have one of the best possible experience with them! |
