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Wheels, Axles, and Inclined Planes | STEM | Engino

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Type: STEAM
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Try our Engino MECHANICS: Wheels, Axles and Inclined Planes set and learn how Wheels and Axles use friction to move objects easily and how big tyres compare to small tyres.

Find out how an Inclined Plane can be used for lifting heavy objects and how another form of inclined plane, the wedge, is used in every day applications.

Build 14 working models such as a launching platform, a door with knob, a well, an airport staircase, an experimental ramp and a splitting wedge. You can find easy-to-follow building instructions for all models either online or in the booklet included.

The booklet provides detailed explanations of the different scientific principles applied and incorporates innovative experimental activities for hands-on learning.

A Quiz section is also available to challenge your newly acquired knowledge!

Conduct thorough experiments and discover:

  • How to gain mechanical advantage with large wheels
  • How the wheel and axle mechanism works as a lever
  • The relation between force and speed
  • The elements of an inclined plane and how these affect force and distance
  • The forces applied on a wedge.

The DISCOVERING STEM series was developed by qualified teachers and academics, following the latest pedagogical trends in order to combine theory with practice. The series deals with the core subjects of STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics - in a fascinating and enjoyable way.

Each package includes a comprehensive activity booklet, covering a broad area of subjects.

What's in the box?

  • 112 pieces
  • 46-page booklet with theory, experimental activities, quiz and building instructions

Suitable for children ages 8 years and up

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Monday | 9:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday | 9:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday | 9:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday | 9:30am - 4:30pm
Friday | 9:30am - 4:30pm
Saturday | 9am - 2pm
Sunday | Closed

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Who is Playdreamers?

Playdreamers is a micro family business owned and operated by myself - mum of three boys, Hannah.

We launched from home as an online store in April 2019. I'd pack orders of an evening with two toddlers by my side, spending late nights adding products to the store and sourcing new items.

During the pandemic I nervously opened our first brick & mortar store in Forster, NSW and in 2022 welcomed a third son.

Fast forward to mid-2024 when a larger space in a sought-after location was calling my name. We relocated our tiny Forster store from a quiet street to the hustle and bustle of Wallis Street in Forster; just off the bridge into town.

I am excited to have welcomed Chloe, a mother of two girls and dear friend, to the team and adore our days together bouncing ideas off each other and sourcing treasures for the children in your lives.

I am so grateful you found us. Your support is incredible - we wouldn't be here without our wonderful customers. Thank you for being here.

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