K'NEX STEM Explorations Swing Ride Building Set - 486 Pieces | Ages 8+ | Engineering Education

Engage young minds with the K'NEX STEM Explorations Swing Ride Building Set, designed to bring Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics concepts to life. This 486-piece construction toy allows students to build a fully-functioning thrill ride while exploring real-world engineering principles used in amusement park attractions.

• STEM Education Focus: Integrates key learning concepts from Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics, aligning with key stage 2/3 STEM standards.
• High Piece Count: Includes 486 K'NEX rods and connectors for building complex models.
• Collaborative Building: Supports 2-3 students working as a team, fostering coordination and communication skills.
• Multiple Models: Guides users through building 1 fully-functioning roller coaster (Swing Ride) and 2 additional models (Ferris Wheel and Boom Ride).
• Inquiry-Based Learning: Includes comprehensive lesson plans and pupil instructions, ideal for classroom settings or homeschooling environments.
• Engaging Experiments: Features specific K'NEXperiments, such as testing how mass affects the speed of the Swing Ride or investigating gear arrangements on the Boom Ride.

• 486 K'NEX pieces (Rods and Connectors)
• Step-by-step building manual
• Teacher's CD guiding construction and experiments
• Comprehensive lesson plans and pupil instructions

• Brand: K'NEX
• Set Name: Swing Ride Building Set
• Model Number: 77077 (Current Title uses 77078, using 486 pieces from title)
• Piece Count: 486 Pieces
• Recommended Age: Ages 8 and up (Minimum age recommendation: 96.0 months)
• Target Audience: Unisex Child
• Material: Plastic
• Dimensions: 416 x 137 x 321mm
• Weight: 871g
• Safety Warning: CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Use the included manual and Teacher's CD to guide the building process. The set is designed for inquiry-based learning, encouraging students to make predictions and test hypotheses related to the mechanics of the amusement park rides they construct.

This K'NEX Swing Ride Building Set is an excellent educational gift for boys and girls aged 8+, providing hours of hands-on engineering exploration.