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Marble Run Builder Classroom Set

Item Code: EDX12191

MTA Teachers Resource Catalogue Page: 440

$86.19 (inc. GST)
$74.95 (ex. GST)
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The Marble Run Classroom Set includes 240 durable pieces, offering a dynamic and engaging way for students to explore engineering and physics concepts. With various tracks, curves, junctions, and funnels, children can design and test intricate marble pathways that promote spatial reasoning, problem-solving, and collaboration. This set encourages hands-on learning, making it ideal for STEM education. Students will observe principles like gravity, acceleration, and momentum in action as they build and experiment with their designs. The set is perfect for fostering teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking skills in the classroom.

Classroom Ideas:

  • STEM Challenges: Assign tasks to students to build the fastest or most efficient marble racecourse, encouraging them to apply engineering concepts.
  • Teamwork and Collaboration: Have students work in pairs or small groups to design and test their marble runs, promoting communication and cooperative problem-solving.
  • Physics Exploration: Use the set to demonstrate the principles of gravity, motion, and momentum. Students can experiment with various designs to see how these forces influence the marbles' movement.

Key Considerations:

  • Safety: Ensure the set is made from non-toxic, durable materials suitable for children.
  • Age Appropriateness: Check that the pieces are large enough to avoid choking hazards, especially for younger students.
  • Expansion Potential: Consider whether the set is compatible with additional pieces or other educational kits for expanding learning opportunities.