Wooden construction set "Catapult", educational model

Assembled wooden educational STEM constructor Catapult (throwing machine). The constructor helps children get acquainted with the basics of physics, engineering and mechanics in the simplest way. Features: It's a constructor, a toy and a learning tool in one. It's a fun and educational choice for kids who love to build, experiment and discover how the laws of physics work. During assembly, the child develops fine motor skills and accuracy, and during testing, they consolidate scientific concepts. Perfect for curious minds - it combines creativity with science, encouraging problem solving and imaginative play. Watch as your little inventor experiments with angles and force while having fun. Made of high-quality, non-toxic wood. The wooden parts are smooth and durable, they can be varnished or painted in your child's favorite colors. Stable construction is suitable for educational activities. Easy assembly: simple and clear instructions allow children to assemble the toy with minimal adult supervision, making the set suitable for both independent work and activities with parents. STEM (Science + Technology + Engineering + Mathematics) is an educational approach that integrates science, technology, engineering and mathematics into a coherent learning model to prepare the younger generation for the world of rapidly developing technologies. It is a great choice for a gift, as well as for schools and educational institutions where simple, reliable and clearly functioning educational models are needed. Operating principle: Elastic energy (rubber bands) is used, which is converted into kinetic energy to throw projectiles. Educational value: potential and kinetic energy, the principle of leverage, Newton's laws. Potential energy: when a child pulls the catapult lever back, he tightens the rubber band. At that time, energy is stored in the taut rubber band. Kinetic energy: when the lever is released, the stored potential energy is suddenly converted into kinetic (motion) energy, which is transferred to the projectile, and it flies away. Principle of leverage: the catapult lever acts as a lever of the first kind. The child learns to understand how the fulcrum and the length of the lever arm determine the distance and force with which the projectile will be thrown. The longer the lever, the greater the speed its end can reach. Newton's second law (the force acting on a body is equal to the product of the body's mass and acceleration): the child may notice that a heavier projectile flies a shorter distance, and a lighter one flies further. Newton's Third Law: Action and Reaction. When the lever is released, the catapult body may move slightly in the opposite direction - this is a reaction to the force used to throw the projectile. Purpose: for home learning, in the classroom, for project activities. Technical data: Material: non-toxic laser-cut wood; rubber. Dimensions: 130x89x76mm. Box dimensions: 261x165x55mm. Weight: 62g. The set includes: Wooden model parts. Elastic bands. Assembly manual with explanations. Recommended age: for children aged 6-8. Attention: Contains small parts, keep away from children under 3 years old. Please allow 1-3 cm deviation due to manual measurement. Do not aim at people or animals when using the catapult.