{"product_id":"thames-kosmos-gumball-machine-maker-hands-on-physics-kit-for-curious-builders","title":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos Gumball Machine Maker – Hands-On Physics Kit for Curious Builders","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBuild, test, and learn with a playful gumball machine kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTurn a simple handle and watch a gumball travel through a colorful track, performing miniature stunts along the way. Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos Gumball Machine Maker blends entertainment with hands-on experimentation, inviting curious minds to explore how machines move and interact in real time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat makes this kit engaging\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe setup is designed for repeat exploration. The clear globe stores gumballs that roll into the track, land in a collection cup, and can be reseated for another run. The modular design encourages quick reconfigurations to try new paths and different outcomes, keeping play fresh and interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eModular track segments allow endless configurations and reconfigurations for fresh challenges.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEach segment highlights a mechanical concept while you assemble and test the path.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey topics you can explore\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple machines, force, motion, and momentum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGravity, Newton's laws, energy transfer, and cause-and-effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit works with standard 16-mm (5\/8-inch) gumballs and includes a starter supply to get you started. As the gumballs race down the track, they perform stunts such as a pulley lift, pendulum swing, funnel, trampoline bounce, pinball-style launcher, and domino slide. The experience emphasizes trial-and-error problem solving, inviting builders to re-engineer the layout to improve the path without making promises about guaranteed outcomes. This approach helps curious builders develop persistence and a hands-on intuition for how changes influence results in a fun, low-stakes setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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 age range is the Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos Gumball Machine Maker suitable for?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Designed for ages 8 and up, with adult supervision for younger builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: What will I learn by using the kit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Hands-on exploration of basic physics concepts through modular track setups and gumball stunts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46526151884999,"sku":"B07P681B7K","price":52.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/2355\/7319\/files\/thames-kosmos-gumball-machine-maker-box.jpg?v=1778414636","url":"https:\/\/toyterrax.com\/products\/thames-kosmos-gumball-machine-maker-hands-on-physics-kit-for-curious-builders","provider":"ToyTerrax","version":"1.0","type":"link"}