National Geographic How Things Work Build Your Own Periscope STEM Kit

Description

Explore the fascinating world of optical science with the National Geographic How Things Work Build Your Own Periscope STEM Kit. This hands-on educational activity allows children to construct their own functioning periscope while discovering the science that makes it work.

Following the included instructions, young builders can assemble a working periscope that extends up to approximately 29cm. Once complete, they can use it to look over and around obstacles and observe objects that would normally be outside their direct line of sight – just like a periscope used on a submarine.

As children build and experiment with their periscope, they’ll discover how light and reflection allow this clever optical instrument to work. Educational facts included with the kit help explain the scientific principles in an accessible and engaging way, combining practical construction with early STEAM learning.

Building the periscope also encourages creativity, problem-solving and construction skills, giving children the satisfaction of creating something they can actually use when the project is complete.

Part of the National Geographic How Things Work collection, the Build Your Own Periscope is a great educational gift for curious children interested in science, engineering and discovering how everyday objects work.

Features

• National Geographic How Things Work Periscope
• Build your own functioning periscope
• Extends up to approximately 29cm
• Hands-on STEM / STEAM educational activity
• Introduces children to optical science and light reflection
• Allows children to see objects outside their direct line of sight
• Includes detailed building instructions
• Features educational facts explaining how periscopes work
• Includes a read-along adventure
• Encourages creativity and problem-solving
• Helps develop construction skills
• Product code: L08703
• Suitable for children aged 5 years and over

Why You’ll Love It

The National Geographic Build Your Own Periscope turns optical science into an engaging hands-on activity. Children can learn about reflection while constructing a real working optical instrument, then put their creation to use exploring and looking around obstacles.

It’s a brilliant screen-free activity for children fascinated by science, submarines, engineering and how things work, combining construction, experimentation and discovery.

At Yesteryears Toy Shop, we’re proud to offer educational toys and activities that encourage children to experiment, discover and learn through hands-on play.