Real Bridge Building Set K78680

Real Bridge Building Set K78680

Real Bridge Building Set Includes 2282 pieces and builds seven five-foot long replicas of real world-famous bridges, two at a time. Teacher's Guide K96168 included. Comes with two plastic storage cases. Free CD-Rom included for printing multiple instructions for projects. Grade: 5-8

Students can build 5' long replicas of famous bridges that represent seven different types with K'NEX Education Real Bridge Building Set.

• More than 2200 Pieces
• Enough Materials to Build Two Bridges at Once
• Comprehensive Teacher's Guide Included
• Two Plastic Storage Totes
• Students Build Replicas of Famous Bridges

The represented types include a suspension, cantilever, bascule, beam, truss, arch, and cable-stayed bridge. Model replicas allow students to view such landmarks as the Sydney Harbor Bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Tower of London and then compare the differences between each bridge.

• Builds 7, five to six foot long, K'NEX Bridge Models!
• Study of the history, function, structural design, geometry and strength of bridges.
• Understand the engineering principles that have been applied to allow bridges to support the loads they must carry
• Build replicas of real-world bridges including Golden Gate (suspension), Forth Rail Bridge (cantilever) and Sydney Harbor Bridge (arch).

A teacher’s guide includes key features and characteristics of each bridge type, activities, and building challenges.

Certifications: Meets NSST, NSES, and ITEA standards.

Shipping Time: 1-2 weeks