Product Description

Power House provides an engaging introduction to regenerative energy sources and sustainable living, while teaching basic concepts in physical science. Through building a model house and 20 other energy-related devices, you will learn about energy from the sun, wind, plants and electrochemical reactions. Find out how to transform, store and use these different forms of energy.

This kit creatively integrates physical science lessons with the story of a group of island dwellers learning to live sustainably on a remote island. Includes a full color 96-page manual that guides your little scientist through the experiments and activities.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #23177 in Toys & Games
• Brand: Thames & Kosmos
• Model: 626112
• Released on: 2008-01-01
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 16.50" h x 6.40" w x 13.00" l, 4.97 pounds

Features

• Build a model house complete with solar panels, windmill, greenhouse, and desalination system
• Build and operate an electric train, windmill, solar cooker, solar hot water tank, hygrometer, electric motor, power hoist, sail car, and more
• Learn how plants convert sunlight into energy for your body and your engines
• Full-color, 96 page experiment manual
• For ages 12 and above

From the Manufacturer
Power House provides an engaging introduction to regenerative energy sources while teaching basic concepts and principles in physical science. The kit focuses on the heat and light energy from the sun, the energy from the wind, as well as with electrochemical and plant energy. You will learn how to transform and use these forms of energy. The thoughtfully designed series of experiments was developed by physicist Uwe Wandrey. Professor Wandrey creatively integrates physical science and technology lessons with the adventure of building a home and living on a remote island. To survive, you must learn how to harness the power of the sun and the wind as well as tap the energy of other physical forces. The storyline follows the experiments in a stepwise fashion. Easy-to-follow activities make it fun to build models and use them for your experiments.

Customer Reviews

Science Fair 1st Place
The hybrid vehicle was the topic for my daughter Gabrielle's Science Project. She was easily able to build the house and the project with very little help from me. With a little coaching on the project and a little direction she successfully won a 1st Place in her fourth grade Science Fair.

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THIS IS AWSOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Best toy i'v ever had. Great for kids that like to invent and build.For its price its worth it. "bv"