• Explore and use mechanisms (for example, levers, sliders, wheels and axles) in their products.
• Design & Technology, Key Stage 2, Technical Knowledge
• Understand and use mechanical systems in their products (for example, gears, pulleys, cams, levers and linkages).
• A versatile pack of mixed gears, perfect for D&T activities.
• This 60-piece set consists of assorted plastic gears, suitable for classroom projects and compatible with 5mm dowel.
• The assorted gears set is a hands-on way to delve into mechanical concepts, offering 20 small red, 20 medium blue, and 20 large yellow gears. This variety supports learning from basic gear functions to more complex combinations and mechanical advantage.
• The set links directly to the Design and Technology curriculum, aiding in understanding mechanisms such as plastic gears. Such hands-on experience is crucial for deepening technical knowledge and mechanical comprehension.
Made from durable plastic, these gears ensure lasting instructional value and promote engagement with STEM subjects. By including gears of different sizes and colours, the set not only captures attention but also lays a foundation for inquiry and engineering skills development.
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