Set learning in motion with these moving STEM machines! Kids learn the science behind real-world machines as they build twisting, turning STEM creations with the STEM Explorers Machine Makers set from Learning Resources. Inspired by real-world physics and engineering, this STEM building toy's 9 STEM challenges help kids learn the fundamental mechanical principles of all kinds of specialized equipment, use real-world techniques to build your own miniature satellite dish, space rover, crane, and more! As they test and tweak their STEM kit creations, kids will also hone the critical thinking and problem solving skills that are essential to STEM success. This 60-piece STEM building toy includes all of the gears, pulleys, belt drives, and connectors needed to build simple machines, as well as 10 activity cards packed with challenges. Better yet, the set also works with all Gears! Gears! Gears! sets for even more building fun. These hands on STEM building toys and engineering toys work well for the classroom or home. Well suited for kids as young as 5, the STEM Explorers Machine Makers set makes building engineering and STEM skills hands on and fun.