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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: "€ 111.24"
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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:** € 111.24
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💡 Harness the power of water — fuel your future with hands-on hydropower innovation!

## 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?** € 111.24 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.cy](https://www.desertcart.com.cy/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

- • **From Water to Work:** Construct functional waterwheels, sawmills, and hammer mills to see energy in action.
- • **Dive Into Renewable Energy:** Master 12 STEM projects that bring hydropower to life with real mechanical builds.
- • **Award-Winning STEM Learning:** Parents' Choice Recommended kit with a vivid 32-page manual for guided discovery.
- • **Spark Curiosity & Innovation:** Generate electricity by powering an LED, bridging physics with practical tech.
- • **Explore Water’s Hidden Forces:** Investigate surface tension, adhesion, cohesion, and water pressure through interactive experiments.

## Overview

The Thames & Kosmos Hydropower Science Kit offers 12 immersive STEM experiments that teach the mechanics and physics of hydropower. Build working models like waterwheels and mills, explore water’s physical properties, and generate electricity to light an LED. Designed for ages 8+, this award-winning kit combines environmental science with practical engineering, making renewable energy concepts accessible and engaging.

## 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 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #91,248 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #942 in Educational Science Kits |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (178) |
| Department | Science |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Item Weight | 0.01 ounces |
| Item model number | 624811 |
| Manufacturer | Thames & Kosmos |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Product Dimensions | 14.6 x 2.3 x 11.5 inches |
| Release date | July 15, 2009 |

## 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: 2026-02-03*