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product_id: 1616090
title: "Hydropower Science Kit | 12 Stem Experiments | Learn About Alternative & Renewable Energy, Environmental Science | Parents' Choice Recommended Award Winner"
brand: "thames & kosmos"
price: "€ 86.00"
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reviews_count: 8
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# 12 hands-on hydropower experiments Generate electricity to light LED Build working waterwheels & mills Hydropower Science Kit | 12 Stem Experiments | Learn About Alternative & Renewable Energy, Environmental Science | Parents' Choice Recommended Award Winner

**Brand:** thames & kosmos
**Price:** € 86.00
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💡 Harness the power of water—build, experiment, and electrify your STEM journey!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hydropower Science Kit | 12 Stem Experiments | Learn About Alternative & Renewable Energy, Environmental Science | Parents' Choice Recommended Award Winner by thames & kosmos
- **How much does it cost?** € 86.00 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.it](https://www.desertcart.it/products/1616090-hydropower-science-kit-12-stem-experiments-learn-about-alternative-renewable)

## Best For

- thames & kosmos enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted thames & kosmos brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Award-Winning STEM Learning:** Parents' Choice Recommended kit with a full-color 32-page manual for guided, immersive education.
- • **Hands-On Hydropower Engineering:** Construct real models like waterwheels, sawmills, and hammer mills to see physics in action.
- • **Discover Water’s Hidden Forces:** Experiment with surface tension, adhesion, cohesion, and water pressure for a deep scientific edge.
- • **Spark Curiosity with Electricity:** Build a hydroelectric generator that lights an LED—no batteries needed, just pure water power.
- • **Dive into Renewable Energy Mastery:** Explore 12 STEM projects that transform water into mechanical and electrical power.

## Overview

The Thames & Kosmos Hydropower Science Kit offers 12 interactive STEM experiments that teach the principles of renewable energy by harnessing water’s mechanical and electrical power. With hands-on projects like building waterwheels, sawmills, and a hydroelectric generator that lights an LED, this award-winning kit combines physics, environmental science, and engineering in a fun, educational format perfect for curious minds aged 8 and up.

## Description

Product Description Hydropower has been used for hundreds of years in watermills and is now commonly used to generate electricity in applications such as hydroelectric dreams and Tidal power plants. Explore the power of water by building models and conducting experiments with them. Learn about how different devices are used to extract useful energy from moving water — from a waterwheel in a small stream to a giant turbine in a Tidal power station. Build a waterwheel, a sawmill, and a hammer mill to harness the energy of moving water to do different types of physical work. Investigate the intriguing properties of water by performing experiments involving surface tension, adhesion, and cohesion. Learn about water pressure by building a water tower, communicating vessels, and a water fountain. Construct a hydroelectric power station to generate electricity and light an LED. Learn about where the energy in ocean waves, tides, and rivers comes from, and discover how we can generate electricity from them. The full-color, 32-page experiment manual offers illustrated instructions and Scientific information. 12 experiments and building projects harness mechanical energy from water to do physical work generate electricity to light an LED learn the physics of water turbines discover why hydropower is a promising source of energy From the Manufacturer Hydropower: Renewable Energy Science Kit. Hydropower has been used for hundreds of years in watermills and is now commonly used to generate electricity in applications such as hydroelectric dams and tidal power plants. Explore the power of water by building models and conducting experiments with them. Learn about how different devices are used to extract useful energy from moving water - from a waterwheel in a small stream to a giant turbine in a tidal power station. Build a waterwheel, a sawmill, and a hammer mill to harness the energy of moving water to do different types of physical work. Investigate the intriguing properties of water by performing experiments involving surface tension, adhesion, and cohesion. Learn about a water tower, communicating vessels, and a water fountain. Construct a hydroelectric power station to generate electricity and light an LED. Learn about where the energy in ocean waves, tides, and rivers comes from, and discover how we can generate electricity from them. The full-color, 32-page experiment manual offers illustrated instructions and scientific information.

Review: Very cool experiments! - We did these model experiments with our kids as we're building a full size version at our home this spring - the model even gave us some great ideas for our version!
Review: Junior Science Buffs - I bought 2 Thames & Kosmos Science kits for a bright 8 year old nephew whose into Science; he was very excited to receive them. I never followed up to ask details about the quality and usage, but friends have said that Thames & Kosmos kits are the better ones of the choices out there.

## Features

- 12 experiments and building projects
- Harness mechanical energy from water to do physical work
- Generate electricity to light an LED
- Learn the physics of water turnies
- Discover why hydropower is a promising source of energy

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001TGAYU0 |
| Age Range Description | 8+ |
| Battery Description | No Battery required |
| Best Sellers Rank | #133,940 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #1,347 in Educational Science Kits |
| Brand Name | Thames & Kosmos |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 179 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | STEM |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00857853001841 |
| Included Components | 105 Pieces |
| Item Dimensions | 14.6 x 2.3 x 11.5 inches |
| Item Type Name | STEM Kit |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Thames & Kosmos |
| Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 252.0 |
| Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS) | 96.0 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | No |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Size | 14.6 inches |
| Sub Brand | thames |
| Theme | Physics |
| UPC | 857853001841 609224804496 730309083236 847814017196 |

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: is it for outdoors**
A: We put it in a tote inside at the science fair.  Not sure how long it would hold up outside.

**Q: How long does it take to build?**
A: Thank you for your question. It depends on the model and the building speed of the user. There are 6 different models that you can build with varying levels of difficulty. You can learn more here: http://www.thamesandkosmos.com/products/manuals/624811_hydropower_manual.pdf

**Q: Will a 6 yr old be able to use this?**
A: With some oversight, yes. It is an assembly where there are instructions that need to be followed, with some explanations and other tips in written form, so it is helpful if the assembler can read, understand, and fully comprehend. Once assembled, there are gearing changes and other adaptations that can be done by a 6-year old after he/she has a basic understanding of the actual workings of the generator assembly. We used this set for a 7th grade science fair experiment, so the assembly was 100% done by my then 13-year old son. But I followed along out of curiosity and I think it could be assembled by a younger set of hands with adult supervision.

**Q: The led broke on this contraption, and attaching a new led doesn't seem to work. i tried a 3ohm bulb with no success. suggestions?**
A: When mine broke, I thought it was the LED bulb, but it was actually the motor.  It is possible that is what is wrong with yours.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very cool experiments!
*by K***N on January 11, 2026*

We did these model experiments with our kids as we're building a full size version at our home this spring - the model even gave us some great ideas for our version!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Junior Science Buffs
*by J***J on November 22, 2020*

I bought 2 Thames & Kosmos Science kits for a bright 8 year old nephew whose into Science; he was very excited to receive them. I never followed up to ask details about the quality and usage, but friends have said that Thames & Kosmos kits are the better ones of the choices out there.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very inetersting!
*by M***M on February 8, 2014*

I've selected this item for experiments. When I've got it, I revealed more options for exepriments that it was described on teh site. So, I was surprised! Very good and inetersting item. I'd recommend this item to pupils and teachers.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-22*