{"product_id":"thames-kosmos-simple-machines-kit-build-26-models-to-explore-classic-physics","title":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos Simple Machines Kit — Build 26 Models to Explore Classic Physics","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHands-on learning with 26 model builds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThames \u0026amp; Kosmos' Simple Machines kit invites curious minds to explore how everyday tasks get easier when simple machines are combined. Through 26 model-building exercises, you’ll investigate six classic machines—wheels and axles, levers, pulleys, inclined planes, screws, and wedges—along with gears. The durable, modular construction system lets you mix parts, take apart, and reassemble into new configurations, reinforcing the idea that physics is all around you. A specially designed spring scale helps you observe how force direction and magnitude shift as you test different arrangements. The 32-page, full-color manual guides you step by step and also highlights real-world examples like the seesaw at the playground, a wheelbarrow in a backyard, and a flagpole at a school, showing that physics is woven into daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you’ll build and explore\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e26 hands-on models covering six classic machines and gears\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReal-world demonstrations such as seesaws and wheelbarrows\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReconfigurable pieces that invite your own designs and experiments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features and learning tools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDurable modular construction compatible with other Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSpecially designed spring scale to measure force direction and magnitude\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e32-page full-color manual with step-by-step instructions and science notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you progress, you can tackle larger, more complex models to see how simple machines work together. The kit encourages hands-on experimentation—assemble, disassemble, and reassemble to explore different configurations. By linking these parts to everyday tasks—lifting with a lever, rolling with wheels, or lifting across a pulley system—you’ll gain a practical sense of how physics ideas appear in the real world. The setup supports diverse learning environments, from homeschool settings to after-school clubs and classroom centers, offering a flexible path for ongoing curiosity. Results may vary, but the experience aims to spark inquiry, deepen understanding, and build confidence in problem-solving and critical thinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What is included in the Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos Simple Machines kit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Includes 26 hands-on models covering the six classic machines, plus a spring scale and a 32-page manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the kit suitable for different skill levels?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, it supports guided learning and open-ended configuration play with reconfigurable parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55116925305000,"sku":"B07PCKTP3K","price":75.6,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2990\/9672\/files\/thames-kosmos-simple-machines-kit-cover.jpg?v=1767745580","url":"https:\/\/toygame.ca\/products\/thames-kosmos-simple-machines-kit-build-26-models-to-explore-classic-physics","provider":"Toygame Canada | Playtime Starts Here ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}