Da Vinci Machines Set

This construction set combines several mechanical models, whose origin goes back to designs from Leonardo da Vinci: printing press, file cutting machine, pivoting bridge, odometer and chariot. An activity booklet with numerous illustrations and descriptions for the original designs from Leonardo da Vinci provides information, which is worth learning. History you can touch! Includes the didactic activity booklet Machines from Leonardo da Vinci. This construction set allows students to re-create several of the mechanical marvels originally conceived by Leonardo da Vinci. This is history you can touch! Over 250 components for building the following models: Mechanical Wings, Blacksmiths Tongs, Crane with Pawl, Stone Tongs, Self-releasing Hook, Catapult, Chariot, Scaling Ladder, Drum Wagon, File Cutting Machine, Swing Bridge. Includes 54 page full color construction book with detailed instructions for building all of the above models, a multi-language, black and white teaching guide/activity booklet with background on Leonardo daVinci and his inventions, as well as various suggested tasks for students to interact with the models.