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'''Age:'''<br> From 5 years. '''Learning Value:'''<br> Children learn about movements initiated by mechanisms like gears, pulleys and levers. '''Description:'''<br> Introduces Simple Mechanisms such as gears, levers and pulleys to children 5-8 years, enabling them to mirror real-life, mechanical principles. The set includes 99 DUPLO-sized elements, 12 full-colour activity cards non-text, laminated. 8 building instruction cards build 14 models. 4 real-life cards, 7 different scene-setting environments. All in a storage box with lid. '''Benefits for the Teacher:'''<br> Short preparation time. Does not require technology experience. Developmentally appropriate for age group. Ideal for introducing mechanisms to younger children. '''Benefits for the Pupil:'''<br> Equally attractive to girls and boys. Exciting, easy and quick model building. Models can be used for further play. '''More Information:'''<br> Read about our [https://web.archive.org/web/20011229012928/http://www.lego.com/dacta/philosophy/learningphilosophy.asp learning philosophy]