LEGO GEAR BOTS

Recommended for ages 8 to 14 years

Build STEM-driven models, such as DJ Bubbles (an octopus spinning records), a pterodactyl, a yeti, and much more! Kinetic sculptures, or automata, are mechanically engineering toys that move when you crank the handle on the side. They move through a series of axles, cams and cranks that work like the pistons in an engine. Each model includes a papercraft character that you fold and link with LEGO® elements. STEM content throughout the book shows how the models relate to topics from gear ratio to biomimicry in robotics design.

• Build 8 physics-driven kinetic creatures using LEGO® Technic bricks and papercraft.
• Includes every LEGO® element you need.
• STEM content features axles, cams, cranks and engineering in everyday machines.
• LEGO® Gear Bots develops fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, spatial reasoning, language skills, following directions, creativity, and STEM engagement!
• Includes 64-page book of ideas and inspiration, 62 LEGO® elements and 10 sheets of papercraft.
• ISBN-13: 978-1-338-60345-3
• Package measures 10 x 10 x 2 inches (LxWxH).