Description
Build your own working gumball machine while exploring physics, mechanics, and engineering with the Gumball Machine Maker STEM kit from Thames & Kosmos. Through hands-on building and interactive experimentation, this educational kit demonstrates how gears, gravity, levers, and mechanical systems work together in real machines.
Assemble a fully functional gumball machine capable of dispensing small candies or gumballs while learning the engineering principles behind mechanical motion and automated dispensing systems. The kit introduces concepts related to force, motion, gear mechanisms, and machine design through practical experimentation and creative building challenges.
Designed for STEM learning and engineering exploration, this interactive kit encourages problem-solving, observation, and hands-on experimentation while making mechanical engineering concepts engaging and accessible. The included illustrated manual explains the science behind machine operation and mechanical systems.
Key Features
- Build a fully functional gumball dispensing machine
- Learn concepts related to mechanics, physics, and engineering
- Explore gears, levers, gravity, and motion systems
- Hands-on STEM learning through interactive machine building
- Demonstrates real-world mechanical engineering concepts
- Encourages creativity and problem-solving
- Includes illustrated educational instructions
What’s Included
- Gumball machine building components
- Mechanical dispensing system parts
- Experiment accessories
- Illustrated instruction manual (EN/FR)
Specifications
- Brand: Thames & Kosmos
- Model: Gumball Machine Maker – 2L (EN/FR)
- SKU: 550101-2L
- UPC: 814743016590
- Recommended Age: 6+
- STEM Focus: Engineering, mechanics, physics
- Assembly Required: Yes
- Language: English / French
Applications
- Mechanical engineering education
- STEM classrooms and enrichment programs
- Hands-on physics and mechanics learning
- Educational machine-building projects
- Interactive STEM experimentation
Important Notes
- Assembly required
- Small candies or gumballs may be required separately
- Adult assistance may be helpful for younger builders
- Follow included instructions for proper assembly and operation
