Eitech Deluxe Solar Powered Construction Set

Kids ages eight and older will enjoy building neat models while learning about solar energy along the way. Attach the panel to the car's roof and then watch as it drives away! Make your car environmentally friendly, thanks to the included 2 x 4 inch solar panel. Get hands-on experience with solar energy with eitech's Deluxe Solar Powered Metal Building Kit. View larger. Build Solar Powered Cars, Bikes and More While most model cars or bikes require batteries to run, this kit offers a renewable energy alternative: solar power! Deluxe Solar Powered Metal Building Kit Ages: 8+ What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Educational factor: Novelty factor:

The Good: 5 exciting models and included solar panel will encourage learning about solar power.

The Challenging: Small assembly pieces and complex instructions may frustrate some youngsters.

In a Nutshell: Some adult assistance may be required for assembly. Kids can also try their hand at constructing the car or oil derrick.

Every model is composed of at least 100 different pieces, and the small size of the screws requires a pair of steady hands. Each model, if it is correctly assembled, will roll, spin, or pump as soon as it is placed in the light.

Easy-to-Follow Instructions The key to success with any model-building kit is a good set of instructions. This innovative, hi-tech construction kit gives you the choice of building one of five different models, including a car or a helicopter, that are all powered by the included solar panel. But building is part of the fun, and the payoff is well worth it. This hi-tech construction kit harnesses the power of solar energy while teaching kids about renewable energy sources. Even adults may find themselves fumbling pieces and losing patience. To make things easier, the kit includes an 8 x 11 inch instruction manual complete with large, full-color illustrations. Best of all, they'll come away with first-hand knowledge of the benefits of solar power.

About eitech: German Engineering and Quality Since 1977, eitech has produced metal construction sets and component systems that are designed to promote fine motor skills, creativity and engineering prowess for children and teens. All eitech component systems feature interchangeable parts, leaving no boundaries for the imagination, and they all feature high-quality "Made in Germany" technologies and craftsmanship.

What's in the Box 300 assembly pieces, two screwdrivers, two wrenches, instruction manual with full-color illustrations.

Watch this oil derrick bob up and down as it absorbs sunlight. Two screwdrivers, two wrenches (all included) and a single pair of nimble hands are all that is needed to complete the job.

With or without the help of an adult, assembly times can range from 90 minutes to an entire afternoon. All it takes to get the model oil derrick pumping or the wheels of a bicycle moving is a little sun or electric light.

Choose from Five Solar-Powered Models The kit includes instructions and materials to build any one of five models, including a helicopter, car, bike, windmill, or oil derrick. View larger. Your model car will reach impressive speeds -- powered only by the sunlight. Having built the models themselves, kids will appreciate the movement of each part and how it contributes to the whole. Red arrows tell you where each piece goes, and the pieces themselves are pictured and clearly labeled in a key toward the back of the manual. View larger. Of the five available models, the helicopter is most exciting, but first-time builders may want to practice with something simpler like the bicycle or windmill. View larger. This cyclist will pump his legs when exposed to sunlight.