This scaled-down bridge set from K'nex may be all you need to teach this fascinating subject. It builds 13 different bridge models, demonstrating seven key bridge types, and includes building instructions with real-life photos and key facts. This set briefly covers characteristics and purposes of bridge types, investigates how different bridge types hold their loads, and evaluates the strength and stability of each bridge type through experimentation. 207 pieces means just one bridge can be built at a time. Teacher's manual is on a CD-ROM. For grades three to six.
Build 13 different bridge models, one at a time. Set includes building instructions with real-life photos and key facts. Models demonstrate 7 key bridge types: beam, truss, arch, cantilever, suspension, cable-stayed and movable/bascule. 207 K'NEX Rods and Connectors support 2-3 students work as a team. Comes packaged in a strong plastic storage case with dividers and lockable lid.
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