Lego Chain Reactions

Name: Lego Chain Reactions
Brand: Scholastic New Zealand Limited
SKU: 9780545703307
Price: 34.0 NZD
Availability: InStock

By Pat Murphy

Series: Klutz

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Lego Chain Reactions by Pat Murphy is an engaging hands-on guide designed for children to explore the fascinating world of chain reactions using Lego bricks. The book provides step-by-step instructions for creating ten complex projects that combine physics and engineering principles. Each project is a playful and creative challenge, encouraging young builders to innovate and experiment with their creations.
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Lego Chain Reactions

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Build 10 simple machines that can be combined to make a Rube Goldberg-style chain reaction. Configure the modules in different combinations for all-new results.

Use the included LEGO pieces in conjunction with your own collection to build the contraptions, plus record your experiments in the pages of Lego Chain Reactions!

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780545703307

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Multiple-component retail product, part(s) enclosed

Date Published: 01 January 2015

Country: United States

Imprint: Klutz Press Inc

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 43.0mm

Width: 255.0mm

Height: 232.0mm

Weight: 640g

Pages: 48

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