Hands-on assembly: Encourages creativity and problem-solving through building and troubleshooting
Physics and tensegrity concepts: Teaches the science behind floating illusions and balance
Customizable LED lighting: Allows kids to choose colors and test different lighting effects
Includes all components: Comes with lantern pieces, cords, rubber rings, battery pack, and instructions
Educational booklet: Provides background on the science and history of levitation tricks
Summarized by Shop
Balance tension and gravity to make an "impossible" floating lamp! Build a lantern that floats above its base with the help of tension and rubber bands. Learn the science behind how it floats and engineer an electric circuit to make the lamp glow, then test the levitation with a series of “tricks” that are sure to impress!
Recommended Age
6 years or older
Materials
Wood, metal, plastic, rubber, foam
Battery Type
Contained-detachable (battery pack included)
LED Strip
Included with switch and battery pack
Assembly
Required (illustrated instructions provided)
Kit Contents
Lantern pieces, arms and base, cords, rubber rings, LED strip, battery pack, switch, foam spacers, stickers, illustrated booklet