Machines in Motion

Learning Resources Machines in Motion Toy box

About Machines in Motion

Machines in Motion is an interactive building set that allows children ages 5 and up to create their own machines or vehicles. This set is designed to be open ended, meaning the building possibilities are endless! Let your imagination take charge.

Recommended age: 5+ years old

Caution!

Choking hazard – contains small parts

Kit Contents

  • 115 Pieces as shown on the image below. Not all pieces are the same colour as shown.
  • Instructional guide

Getting Started

  • Check out the contents of your kit and make sure all parts are included. There should be 116 pieces in total. Not all pieces are the same colour as shown in photo above.
  • There are no right or wrong ways to build your machine! Use your imagination, or use the manual and building guides for inspiration.

Troubleshooting

If you are having issues with Machines in Motion or have further
questions, please visit these resources:

Suggested Reading

Picture Books

  • “Rosie Revere, Engineer” by Andrea Beaty
  • “The Most Magnificent Thing” by Ashley Spires
  • “Just Like Rube Goldberg” by Sarah Aronson

Find these and more on samepagecbrl.bibliocommons.com

FEEDBACK

We’d love to hear from you! Please provide us with your feedback by filling out the feedback form included in your kit, or by filling in our online survey.

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