Question 1

Does the SC-300 come with the red fan and motor that is shown in the 100 kit?? Thank you in advance!

Accepted Answer

yes! My two 8 year old grandboys, gravitated to this kit and both became competent with 24 hours. The experimented and created their own complex circuitry. They even 'invented' some unlikely ways to use the components. For example, the red fan blade became a helicopter blade that whirled off the motor and across the room. With a little organizational control and introduction from an organized adult, they followed the rules and quickly adapted to taking turns and encouraging each other. I was very surprised and pleased by the way they accepted the challenges and commanded the concept of using and controlling the flow of e- to do work.

Question 2

Does this set partially duplicate the 100 set?  We already have that set so if possible, I'd rather just get add-ons for the 100.  If it's all totally new than maybe buying this one is a good idea.  Thanks for your help.

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can just buy the Elenco Snap Circuits UC-30 Upgrade Kit SC-100 to SC-300 - also on Amazon.

Question 3

what age is this toy for?

Accepted Answer

The toy maker says 8-108yrs.  I purchased it for my 8yr old daughter and she has enjoyed it.  I wouldn't recommend much younger without a lot of adult assistance.  The toy itself is easy to assemble/disassemble, but reading the instructions can be difficult for younger children depending on their reading comprehension abilities.  Her age also allows her to start grasping the concepts of electronics that can be learned by using a kit of this makeup.  on the other hand, my 6yr yr old daughter would find it way too challenging.  Hope this helps!

Question 4

I am looking to purchase this for a school how do I buy just the plastic board?

Accepted Answer

Perhaps the manufacturer has kits intended for schools?

ASIN	B0000683A4
Age Range Description	Kid
Best Sellers Rank	#313 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #1 in Educational Science Kits
Brand Name	Snap Circuits
Customer Reviews	4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (29,336)
Educational Objective	STEM
Global Trade Identification Number	00756619002187
Included Components	Plastic snap-grid, 32 electrical parts, and 2 project manuals.
Item Dimensions	15.5 x 12 x 2.5 inches
Item Highlight	Explore 300+ hands-on electronics projects with easy snap-together parts and a full-color project manual
Item Type Name	Snap Circuits Classic SC-300 Electronics Exploration Kit
Item Weight	2.5 pounds
Manufacturer	Elenco Electronics LLC
Manufacturer Part Number	SC-300
Manufacturer Warranty Description	1 Year Warranty Against Manufacturer Defects
Manufacturer recommended age	8 years and up
Material Type	Plastic
Model Number	SC-300
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Set Name	Snap Circuits Classic
Size	300 Projects
Sub Brand	Friends
Theme	Science
UPC	099845269703 756619002187 644535920169
Unit Count	1 Count

Classic SC-300 STEM Electronics Kit, 300+ Projects, Ages 8+

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