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ELECTRICAL SCIENCE

ELECTRICAL SCIENCE

WELcOME to tHE ReBOotEd WorLd OF rEBOTz!

This squad of four lovable robot pals springs into action from a heap of junkyard parts. Quickly piece together a motorized model of each ReBot from a set of easy-to-assemble parts. Then, switch them on and watch how each robot moves in a unique and wacky way. Collect all four kits and mix up the interchangeable parts to make your own rebooted robotic creations. These science-fiction models provide an opportunity for some real science lessons. Conduct experiments with the different simple machines and mechanisms that make the robots move, including cams, springs, sliders, cranks, motors, wheels, and levers.

SCOOTZ - THE CRANKY CRAWLING ROBOT

552001 AGES 6+ MSRP: $11.95 CASE PACK QTY: 6 MODELS: 1 PIECE COUNT: 26 MANUAL PAGES: 16

Robots ahoy! This crawling robot is cobbled together from two halves of an old pirate ship’s wheel, and scoots along the floor on a repurposed iron and snow ski. Demonstrates cranks, cams, and motors in action.

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POGO - THE JAMMIN’ JUMPING ROBOT

552002 AGES 6+ MSRP: $11.95 CASE PACK QTY: 6 MODELS: 1 PIECE COUNT: 12 MANUAL PAGES: 16

Spring into action! This jumping robot is made from the tracks of an old snowmobile, a waffle iron, and some rubber bands. Demonstrates cams, springs, and motors in action.

HALFPIPE - THE SHREDDING SKATER ROBOT

552003 AGES 6+ MSRP: $11.95 CASE PACK QTY: 6 MODELS: 1 PIECE COUNT: 13 MANUAL PAGES: 16

Ready to shred! A few clicks and Halfpipe is ready to cruise through your room on its skateboard base, using an umbrella and broom to propel itself forward. Demonstrates wheels, cams, and motors in action.

KNOX - THE WACKY WALKING ROBOT

552004 AGES 6+ MSRP: $11.95 CASE PACK QTY: 6 MODELS: 1 PIECE COUNT: 13 MANUAL PAGES: 16

Knock, knock, knocking on wooden floors — this speed-walking ReBot is pieced together from a tennis racket, hammer, and the rear wheels of a tricycle. Demonstrates wheels, slider cranks, and motors in action.

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