The listing, Automaton Ages 9-16+ has ended.
Take a peek inside automaton mechanics! Engineer a hand-cranked, wooden automaton that makes a marble climb stairs. Learn about other fascinating automatons in history and build your own.
Includes a step-by-step video tutorial link, illustrated blueprint instructions, all the materials, and a special-edition Tinker Zine magazine to discover the secrets of other machine toy projects.
Through Tinker Camp, supplement & extend Automaton with FREE content, video and additional DIY activities.
Find out more about Tinker Camp and all the sessions of Camp KiwiCo here!
Camp KiwiCo is open, and will be accessible all summer long. Crates can be purchased individually or you can buy a whole pack for the whole session.
Activities:
Build the frame
Build the crank
Build the stairs
DIY Art Automaton
DIY Spinning Automaton
"Automatons" Tinker Zine magazine
Explore:
Gears and Cams
Automatons in History
Art That Moves
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