Doc Fizzix Mousetrap Racers

Science/Education $14.95 Experience the thrill of victory - while learning science! What's a mousetrap racer A very cool, very fast vehicle that's powered by the energy of a wound mousetrap spring! Now, with only a few simple tools and materials, a curious mind, and the science-secrets of Doc Fizzix, you too can build a mousetrap dragster that will compete at the fastest speeds, up the steepest inclines, or in an unlimited number of contests - all while discovering the fun of physics and engineering first-hand. Written by an award-winning science teacher holding national mousetrap speed and distance records, this entertaining and easy-to-read manual for teachers, parents, and kids of all ages features full-color, step-by-step directions for constructing a champion mousetrap-powered racer. Inside this engaging educational reference, Doc Fizzix reveals: ' The plans for 7 different mousetrap racers ranging from a Basic Racer to the speedy Double-Trouble ' Special speed and distance tricks that will make your racer travel the fastest and farthest ' Trouble-shooting tips and techniques for solving any design problem ' How to create a winning Science Fair project using the secrets from the lab of Doc Fizzix! With the ingenious ideas and multiple projects inside Doc Fizzix's Mousetrap Racers: Complete Builder's Manual, you have a fun a weekend activity for the whole family, a cool lesson plan any student will enjoy, and an engaging source of science information that doesn't read like a textbook!