{"product_id":"smithsonian-motor-works","title":"Smithsonian Motor-Works","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSmithsonian Motor-Works\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrades: \u003c\/strong\u003e3–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Students: \u003c\/strong\u003e1–2 students per kit; pairs are recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Lessons: \u003c\/strong\u003eN\/A — no fixed lesson count specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHours of Content: \u003c\/strong\u003eApproximately 2–4 hours, estimated for assembly and exploration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 170, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKick-start an interest in mechanical engineering with the Smithsonian Motor-Works Kit — a hands-on STEM activity that lets kids build a functioning model engine from the inside out. Following step-by-step instructions, young engineers assemble cylinders, pistons, gears, and ignition components to create motion just like a real internal combustion engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce complete, flip the switch and watch the engine come to life as the pistons fire in sequence — with light effects that simulate spark plug ignition and a clear viewing chamber so kids can observe every moving part. Along the way, they learn how engines generate power, why timing matters, and how machines keep our world moving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for science fairs, classroom demonstrations, homeschool lessons or simply weekend building fun, Motor-Works encourages confidence and curiosity through meaningful hands-on exploration. 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