Gears! Gears! Gears! Machines in Motion, 116 Pieces, Ages 5+, STEM Toys

The Gears! Gears! Gears! Machines in Motion set from Learning Resources offers screen-free fun and interactive machines that really move for children to enjoy. Using the included instructions, kids can construct their own versions of numerous different interactive machines and vehicles, many of which incorporate special parts such as a wrecking ball, chains, pulleys, and wheels. They can build a tank with its own helicopter propeller or craft a complex contraption that spins with the twist of a lever.

Children can also set the instructions aside and bring their own designs to life. Thanks to the open-ended designs and interchangeable parts, every Gears! Gears! Gears! set from Learning Resources encourages kids to discover their inner engineer and hone STEM skills like critical thinking and trial and error. Each set also works with other Gears! sets, increasing the playability of every piece.

The 116-piece activity set includes 46 colorful gears in blue, green, orange, red, and purple, as well as special parts like a wrecking ball and a propeller. It also features square pillars, 21 six-way axles, 6 interlocking bases, and 1 crank handle, along with an activity guide.

This versatile, interconnecting gear set fosters imagination and unplugged play, allowing children to experiment with simple mechanics and science. It supports STEM learning by introducing children to sorting, grouping, counting, designing, constructing, and putting physics into play with spinning gear movement.

From science and technology to engineering and math, the Gears! Gears! Gears! Machines in Motion set helps kids build critical thinking and other essential skills for success in school and beyond. It invites "little engineers" to explore a world of building possibilities while developing critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The turning and spinning gears add a layer of action and interactivity to completed creations, boosting fine motor skills and promoting reasoning as children's abilities advance.

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