Brown Dog Gadgets - Solar Bug 2.0

Brown Dog Gadgets - Solar Bug 2.0
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Create a solar powered insect that moves with this fun filled STEM project!

Learn about solar energy by creating a simple solar circuit in minutes using only conductive tape! Cut out your bug, decorate it, then add your solar cell and vibrating motor! All parts are connected with our special Maker Tape conductive tape, perfect for younger students. Once built these bugs will move around in the sun, and best of all they'll never run out of power!

 
Recommended Age Group
  • 10 years or older
What's Included

The Standard Kit comes with supplies for four full bugs, as well as 8 different card stock bug templates to choose from. Additional bug parts (legs and wings) can be found in our online guide for printing. Scissors and coloring supplies not included.

The Classroom Set comes with supplies for 25 bugs, and includes 2 card stock bug designs for each student to choose from. Student activity pages, directions and lesson plans can be freely printed off our website at any time.
Subject Area
  • Arts
  • Technology
  • Science
  • Education
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