Science & Technology > Electricity & Electronics

It uses no batteries and requires only the single LED included. Ideal for car, boat, home, camping and emergency kits. Has a super bright LED light, and is waterproof. You can even leave the flashlight unused in your car's glove box for years and you'll always get that all-important light when you need it most.

Discover the science of batteries. Simply add your own lemon to turn this kit inot an amazing lemon powered clock! Contains: copper plate, Zinc plate, LCD clock, wire and instruction sheet. Ages 5+

Construct an incredible propeller racer from this kit. Build the chassis, add the propeller, switch on and watch it zoom along, powered by a jet of wind. Requires 2 AAA batteries, not included. Ages 8+.

Use wind power to generate electricity using a dynamo. Build two giant wind-powered machines with this educational alternative energy kitset. The wind-generator can charge a rechargeable battery or make a light shine. A 40-page illustrated manual also has instructions for building 6 different vehicles. Kitset includes all materials but requires 1 LR06-AA rechargeable battery (not included. Ages 8+.

Turn the handle to create electricity to power an LED light or make your vehicles go. Build 11 models, including 7 vehicles with this educational alternative energy kitset. The 40-page illustrated manual gives clear step-by-step instructions and all materials are included. Ages 8+.

Close the circuit by touching both metal contact points at the same time. Ball lights up. Most effective in low light or darkness. The battery included is non-replaceable. Ages 5+.

Build over 188 exciting experiments, and discover the world of electronics with this set of over 40 parts. Easy to assemble snap-together construction. Requires AA batteries, not included. Ages 8+.

Wild Republic produces these High-Tec experiment kits for children so they can watch and explore the basics of electricity. This kit explores Electromagnetics through see-saw and swing experiments. Ages 8+

These kits each contain an easy-to-assemble mechanical robot. Simple mechanical assembly. Pocket screwdriver included. Learn correct electrical wiring, and see how gears and cogs work. Each robot requires 2 AA batteries, not included. Choose from the following models: Beetle Bot - performs realistic insect crawling motions Digger Bot - performs driving and digging motions Boat Bot - performs steady rowing motions on water Bubble Bot - performs continuous bubble-making motions Ages 8+.

This Morse code box kit instructs children how to build a simple electric device to send and receive code messages. Includes Ein-O's I Know Guide.

Ein-O's electricity box kits are a great introduction to the forces of electricity. The kits contain all the materials you need to explore the world of electricity. There is also an Ein-O

This electronic Brain Box kit lets you build over 118 exciting car and boat models. Includes over 35 parts that are easy to assemble - they simply snap together. Requires 2 AA batteries, not included.

With over 518 exciting experiments, explore the world of electronics with this Brain Box kit. Contains over 45 easy to assemble parts. Requires 4 AA batteries, not included.

Just as the name states this is a very simple motor. Operation involves a coil of wire, a magnet, and a battery. The motor works because electricity runs through the coil and a magnetic field is formed. The coil pushes away from the magnet with enough force to turn it around. As the coil turns, it becomes charged and spins.

Build a futuristic propeller powered Trike. Easy to build with interlocking pre-cut wooden panels. Kit also includes axles, pulleys, electric motor, propellor, battery box and instructions. Requires 2 x AAA batteries (not included) Adult supervision required. Ages 8+. Technokits are exciting technology projects designed to promote a practical knowledge of electronic and mechanical principles.

Build a multi-function alarm that can protect doors and windows or be used as a trip wire alarm. Easy timber-slot assembly with the pre-cut wooden panels. Kit also includes switch, buzzer unit, battery box, lead, decal sheets and instructions. Requires 2 x AAA batteries (not included). To be used under adult supervison. Ages 8+.

The Aliens have landed...and they come in pieces! "The Alien Robot Kit" is the exciting new model kit from David Eckold. It's a fantastic kit that brings fun and education together in the best possible combination. But first you must construct the robots - enjoy hours of construction fun as you enter the world of whirring wheels, polypropalene propellers and mighty motors. A cool and creative design turns your machines into colourful characters - Scuttlebot, Defendatron, Drillabot, Spinnatron, Fillerbot and Communatron. Let the Ali... read more

Click! The lights come on, and it seems like the most natural thing in the world. This book takes a closer look at electricity generation and transmission. From power plants, substations, transformers, and household wiring to alternative energy sources, the information is clearly presented, and accompanied by colour illustrations. There are also instructions on how to make a simple electrical circuit.

Packed with fascinating facts this book explains how electricity is made and how we use it. With colour illustrations and photographs.

Electronic Brain Box is designed to teach the principles of electronics to children. The easy to handle components snap together to create over 80 different circuits (instruction book included) on the base board. All wires are secured within the components so the kit is entirely safe and simple to operate. Find out about motors, switches, sound and light. Requires 4 AA batteries (Not included). Ages 6+