Wooden Sun-Earth-Moon System Educational Kit โ€“ Interactive Orbital Model

Wooden educational kit that shows the Moon orbiting the Earth and both of them orbiting the Sun.

SKU 8300-STEMORBITEAN 5410329708726Item type: Kit,

Description

Bring the universe home with the Wooden Sun-Earth-Moon System Educational Kit! This educational model gives a simple, engaging picture of the Moon orbiting the Earth and of both of them orbiting the Sun. Ideal for children aged 6 and over, the kit is a hands-on build that introduces younger children to the principles of astronomy and of orbital motion.

The kit is easy to put together: no extra tools are needed, no glue and no soldering. It includes wooden parts, plastic gears, polystyrene spheres and even coloured markers to customise and paint the model once it is finished! Powered by 2 AA batteries (see related products), the model comes to life thanks to the geared motor supplied with it, turning the orbits into a moving, fascinating display.

An educational toy that develops manual skills, scientific curiosity and imagination, making the learning of astronomy fun and interactive.

Warning! Suitable for children aged 6 years and over.

Kit contents

Sun-Earth-Moon educational kit - contents
Wooden parts for the structure โ€“ Geared motor โ€“ Metal rods โ€“ Battery holder for 2 AA โ€“ Felt pads โ€“ Polystyrene spheres โ€“ Plastic gears โ€“ 7 screws 4mm โ€“ 9 screws 7mm โ€“ 1 fixing screw โ€“ Orange plastic rings โ€“ Screwdriver โ€“ Coloured markers

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