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Solar Powered Car

$16.95

A self assembly laser cut wooden car that uses a small solar panel to energise the motor.

The motor uses a belt and pulley system to rotate the rear axle and propel the car forwards.

Gluing required during production (glue provided)

A self assembly laser cut wooden car that uses a small solar panel to energise the motor.

The motor uses a belt and pulley system to rotate the rear axle and propel the car forwards.

Gluing required during production (glue provided)

Recommended Age/Grade

Age: 8 to 12

Grade: 3 to 6

Estimated Time to Build

2.5 hrs

Curriculum Links

  • Could be used as an Earth & Space Science activity to investigate renewable energy and promote sustainability.

  • Links well with a STEM inquiry unit in engineering.

  • The solar powered car production could be linked to the design process for a Design & Technology unit.

  • The students could paint or decorate their solar powered cars to make this a visual arts project.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts, not for children under 3 years.

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