{"product_id":"thames-kosmos-simple-machines-kit-26-models-to-explore-classic-machines","title":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos Simple Machines Kit | 26 Models to Explore Classic Machines","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExplore simple machines with hands-on building\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKick off your journey into mechanical physics with the Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos Simple Machines Kit, a durable, modular system designed for curious minds. You’ll investigate the six classic machines—wheels and axles, levers, pulleys, inclined planes, screws, and wedges—and discover how gears help these elements work together. Through 26 model-building exercises, you’ll observe how changes in arrangement, angles, and connections alter the way forces move and how tasks can feel more manageable. This kit invites you to build, test, and compare ideas, turning abstract concepts into tangible, interactive insights.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewheels and axles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elevers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epulleys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einclined planes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003escrews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ewedges\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egears\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDurable, reusable parts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003edurable, modular construction compatible with other Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epieces that can be assembled and disassembled repeatedly for ongoing experimentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eincludes a spring scale to measure how machines change the direction and magnitude of forces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn by doing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 32-page full-color manual guides step-by-step construction and pairs each model with accessible, real-world context. Real examples—like a seesaw, a wheelbarrow, or a flagpole—bring simple machines to life and help you connect hands-on activity with everyday physics concepts. If you enjoy tinkering, this kit offers endless opportunities to create, compare, and refine configurations while staying grounded in observable outcomes.\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 model-building exercises, gears, six classic machines, a spring scale, and a 32-page color manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: How can this kit support hands-on learning of physics?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Build and test machines to observe force changes, motion, and real-world examples, step by step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46525011067079,"sku":"B07PCKTP3K","price":42.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0780\/2355\/7319\/files\/thames-kosmos-simple-machines-kit-overview.jpg?v=1778355626","url":"https:\/\/toyterrax.com\/products\/thames-kosmos-simple-machines-kit-26-models-to-explore-classic-machines","provider":"ToyTerrax","version":"1.0","type":"link"}