Snap Circuits SC-300
I bought this as a gift for my 8 year old niece and 6 year old nephew last Christmas. At first they really weren’t sure about it, while I on the other hand was super excited to open it up and start playing with it after reading the reviews and having to stare at it for 2 weeks. Once I had it opened up and started explaining all the things we could build they quickly jumped on board and about 15 minutes later we had created our own working doorbell. The instructions are laid out well and the different pieces are labeled clearly so that kids don’t have a hard time following along. Depending on the age level though they might need an adult to help out with the first couple projects until they get the hang of it. I bought the bigger kit, I think it was the 750, but decided to recommend this one because it is more reasonably priced and still has 300 cool projects to do. Snap Circuits is a great gift idea because it has a ton of educational value while still being fun and engaging for the kids.
I just went back to amazon and looked again and they have a ton of different Snap Circuit options from individual products for cheap up to a Training program shipped in a suitcase.
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Some Details from Snap Circuits
This educational kit is loaded with more than 300 projects to build. For example, kids can learn how transistors and capacitors function, and how to make time-delay circuits. In addition, this version includes circuits showing how oscillators and photo sensors work. Projects involve an AM Radio, Burglar Alarm, Radio Announcer and more. Contains over 60 parts. Requires 4 “AA” batteries, not included.
Product Features
- AWARDS: The National Parenting Center-Seal of Approval, Dr. Toy 100 Best Children’s Products, Dr Toy Best Educational Products
- Contains over 60 Snap-Together parts. Build over 300 exciting projects.
- Clear and concise Illustrated Manual Included and Available Online.
- Build a Radio, Doorbell, burglar alarm and more
- No tools required
Unique Learning Experience
Creating a flying UFO from “scratch” with rudimentary electronic pieces was highly satisfying to us, and we think Electronic Snap Circuits may well help young students gain and foster an appreciation for, and interest in, how electronics work and are built.
For students who are already learning about electronics in school, this set creates a hands-on experience that makes for more fun than reading about how these things work in a textbook. So don’t be surprised if report cards come back with higher grades after playing with this toy.
Parent-Child Bonding Experience
The Elenco Electronic Snap Circuits would make a great parent-child bonding experience that is both educational and fun. As you work through each project with your child, don’t be surprised when you, too, are learning something new and interesting. And after you’ve completed all the projects, you can create your own! The combinations are limitless!
