Build Engineering & Design Skills
By assembling a functioning catapult, kids gain firsthand experience in mechanics, design, and construction, helping them develop practical problem-solving skills that are crucial for engineering and innovation.
Ages 8+
Catapult - National Geographic
$27.99
Description
Step into the world of physics, engineering, and medieval mechanics with Catapult by National Geographic! This hands-on kit isn’t just about building a cool working catapult—it’s an interactive way to explore the principles of motion, force, and energy transfer. Inspired by ancient siege weapons, this kit challenges kids to construct their own catapult and experiment with launching different projectiles, making it a thrilling way to engage with STEM concepts.
Alongside the construction process, the kit includes fascinating historical context about how catapults were used in ancient warfare, as well as how similar physics principles apply to modern technology like rockets and roller coasters. The trial-and-error nature of the building process encourages problem-solving, innovation, and a maker mindset, all while making learning an exciting hands-on experience.
Educator Approved
Explore Physics in Action
Concepts like gravity, trajectory, energy transfer, and tension become tangible through direct experimentation. Instead of reading about physics, kids get to see and test how it works, reinforcing key STEM principles.
Encourage Play-Based Learning & Creativity
Combining fun with learning, this kit allows kids to experiment with different projectile weights, launch angles, and distances, fostering creativity and critical thinking.
Details
- Box Dimensions: 300mmL x 220mmW x 60mmD
- This set contains a book and 84 pieces that allow you to assemble a 345mm x 120mm x 210 mm catapult
- Material is EPS foam and paper cardboard.
- Recommended for ages 8+
- Not suitable for children under the age of 3 years due to small parts which could cause a choking hazard
- We aim to process your items within 3 days of ordering and dispatch within 7 days
- Shipping calculated at checkout
