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Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100 Electronics Exploration Kit, Over 100 Projects, Full Color Project Manual, 28 Parts, STEM Educational Toy for Kids 8 +
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- SO MANY TOYS IN A SNAP: Make dozens of cool electronic gadgets - all from one box! A safe and fun way to introduce children ages 8+ to the basics of electrical engineering! Build exciting projects and toys using the included colorful instruction book!.Ideal for ages:8 years and up
- PROJECTS THEY'LL LOVE: So many fun electric-powered projects you can make and play! Ages 8 to 108 will love building 100+ projects! Have fun while building practical skills and learning the basics of circuitry. Build a flying saucer in a snap and watch it take off and sound the alarm! Kit includes 29 Snap Circuits parts.
- GREAT GIFT Give the gift of learning and fun this holiday season! Snap Circuits kits will keep kids busy and having fun all year round. Combine with other Snap Circuits kits for even more projects!
- NO EXTRA TOOLS NEEDED Elenco Snap Circuits kits include everything you need to start learning immediately - and more. Unlike traditional electronics kits, no soldering or tools are required to build. The numbered and color coded pieces snap easily onto the included plastic grid. Batteries required.
- AWARD WINNING KITS! We're proud to produce high quality products loved by kids, parents,and educators. Snap Circuits kits have won a number of awards - including the Specialty Toy of the Year Award, Seriously STEM! award, Good Housekeeping's Best Toys, Purdue University's Engineering Gift Guide, National Parenting Center's Seal of Approval, Toy Insider's Top Holiday Toys, placement on the Dr. Toy list of 100 Best Children's Products and placement on the Dr. Toy list of Best Educational products, and the "Stem Approved" Trustmark from Stem.org.
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 12 x 9.5 x 1.75 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.55 pounds |
Country of Origin | China |
ASIN | B00008BFZH |
Item model number | SC-100 |
Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. |
Best Sellers Rank | #1,492 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games) #16 in Educational Science Kits |
Customer Reviews |
4.8 out of 5 stars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Release date | June 12, 2006 |
Department | ToysAndShoes |
Manufacturer | Elenco Electronics LLC |
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Product Description
Create Working Electronic Circuits Snap Circuits Jr (SC-100) comes with 28 components to create 100+ different electronic projects. The pieces, which include snap wires, slide switches, an alarm circuit, a music integrated circuit, and a speaker, snap together easily on the included plastic grid--no soldering required. Each piece is numbered and color-coded to make identifying them easy. These components combine to create working circuit boards just like the ones found inside televisions, radios, and other electronic devices. With its easy-to-follow instructions, Snap Circuits gives your child a hands-on education in how electrical circuits work to run the everyday devices that they're familiar with. They'll also gain valuable lessons in building and in following instructions. The project manual includes large color illustrations and simple directions for each project. The projects include a sound-activated switch, a musical doorbell, a voice-controlled lamp, a flying saucer, and a light police siren. With these projects, children will experiment with things like electric switches, integrated circuits, digital circuits, fuses, and the transformation of circuit sounds into other sounds. Includes: Plastic snap-grid, 32 electrical components, and 1 project manual. Recommended for children 8 years and older.
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Give your child an exciting, hands-on introduction to electronics with Elenco Electronics Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100. This innovative kit contains over 30 color-coded, real circuit components that snap together to create working electronic circuits and devices. Recommended for children 8 and older, this set offers 101 do-it-yourself projects that will give your child an entertaining, concrete education on how electronics work.
Create Working Electronic CircuitsSnap Circuits comes with over 30 pieces to create 101 different electronic projects. The pieces, which include snap wires, slide switches, an alarm circuit, a music integrated circuit, and a speaker, snap together easily on the included plastic grid--no soldering required. Each piece is numbered and color-coded to make identifying them easy. These components combine to create working circuit boards just like the ones found inside televisions, radios, and other electronic devices.
Simple, Fun Projects Let Kids Learn While They Play
With its easy-to-follow instructions, Snap Circuits gives your child a hands-on education in how electrical circuits work to run the everyday devices that they're familiar with. They'll also gain valuable lessons in building and in following instructions. The project manual includes large color illustrations and simple directions for each project.
The projects include a sound-activated switch, a musical doorbell, a voice-controlled lamp, a flying saucer, and a light police siren. With these projects, children will experiment with things like electric switches, integrated circuits, digital circuits, fuses, and the transformation of circuit sounds into other sounds.
Grow as You Go
Because the projects are arranged in order of complexity, kids can build on their skills as they progress through the manual. The lessons start out with a simple electric light and switch project that demonstrates how electricity is turned on and off with a switch. Further along, kids can put together a two-speed fan, create clap-controlled sounds, and more.
Design Your Own Circuits and Upgrade Your Kit
Once children have mastered several of the techniques introduced in this kit, they can use the components to experiment and create their own customized circuits and electronic devices. The Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100 can also be upgraded to the Snap Circuits SC-300, Snap Circuits Pro, or Snap Circuits Extreme with the purchase of a UC-30, UC-40, UC-60 upgrade kits, respectively. Kids will enjoy additional parts, manuals, and projects that'll take their kit--and their fun--to the next level.
Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100 requires two AA batteries, which are not included.
What's in the Box
Plastic snap-grid, 32 electrical components, and 1 project manual.
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Build cool, unique projects – all from one box!
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So Many Projects to MakeSTEM kits come with a clear, easy to understand illustrated instruction manual. Follow along step-by-step and complete multiple projects with each product. Build dozens of fun and unique projects from one box. |
Safe with No Tools RequiredBuild with your hands! All products are assembled simply by snapping parts together, no tools required. Only Snap Circuits products use patented CircuitSafe Technology to keep kids safe while they play. |
What's insideAll Snap Circuits kits come with everything you need (batteries excluded) to complete real electronic circuits. Components combine to create working circuit boards just like the ones found inside televisions, radios, and other electronic devices. |
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Customer Reviews |
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Model Number | SCB-20 | SC-100 | SC-500 | SCA-200 | SCG225 | MYHSCP20 |
How Many Projects | 21+ | 100+ | 500+ | 200+ | 125+ | 53 |
Number of Parts | 13 | 29 | 75 | 36 | 45 | 72 |
Batteries Required | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | No | ✓ |
Recommended Age | 5+ | 8+ | 8+ | 8+ | 8+ | 8+ |
Features Alternative Energy | ✓ | ✓ |
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Customers like the quality, ease of use, value, and entertainment value of the electronics kit. They mention that the instructions are very clear, and the projects are safe and easy to complete without any adult help. They also appreciate the appearance and gift-giving options. However, some customers are disappointed with the durability and performance of the product.
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Customers like the entertainment value of the product. They mention it's an educational toy, and it'll keep kids busy for hours. It's also fascinating to young and old minds, and offers lots of options for hours of fun. Overall, customers are happy with the product's entertainment value.
"...in all I still give this 5 stars because it's a great product for getting kids into electronics and we'll definitely get a lot of life out of this...." Read more
"...SC-100 Electronics Exploration Kit has proven to be an outstanding tool for learning and fun, earning a well-deserved five-star rating...." Read more
"...When a friend comes over, she instantly shows off her skills. Great educational toy!" Read more
"...This toy has become an invaluable part of our daily routine, infusing joy, creativity, and education into my son's playtime...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the toy. They say it is well-made, holds up really well, and is a fantastic learning tool that allows users to grasp fundamental electronics concepts while having a blast. They also appreciate the hands-on approach to learning STEM and the way it seamlessly integrates learning into play, enhancing fine motor skills.
"...Modular - love that we can get more of these kits and combine them...." Read more
"...-on components simplify the learning process, allowing users to grasp fundamental electronics concepts while having a blast...." Read more
"...The parts themselves are solid , to withstand young hands pushing and pulling them, and they fit together perfectly...." Read more
"...More importantly, it seamlessly integrates learning into play, enhancing fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and shape recognition...." Read more
Customers find the electronics kit easy to use. They say the instructions are clear, both verbally and visually. They also appreciate the short and simple projects, which are designed to be fun and educational. The quality of the items and the projects are well-explained, making them easy to complete. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and quantity of the product.
"...There's also a pretty active community creating new projects, so google "snap circuit builds" if you run out of projects and want to see some more..." Read more
"...The snap-on components simplify the learning process, allowing users to grasp fundamental electronics concepts while having a blast...." Read more
"...She isn’t typically into building things but this is simple enough with just enough steps where she doesn’t get frustrated at how long it’s taking..." Read more
"...to withstand young hands pushing and pulling them, and they fit together perfectly.Overall I would give this a perfect rating...." Read more
Customers like the gift. They say it is a great and educational gift for those who love science, experimenting, and creativity. The product is giftable and age appropriate, and the instructions are clear and easy to follow. It is able to complement a child's class and is suited for working with their parents. It's a good starter to introduce a new concept to younger kids. It comes in a well-thought out package that enables the components to stay neat and easy. Overall, customers are happy with the gift and recommend it to others.
"...Such a great and educational gift!" Read more
"...A perfect present for a curious child." Read more
"...Also great for family’s. Would make a great gift." Read more
"...It is a fantastic gift for those who love science, experimenting, and creativity...." Read more
Customers are impressed with the appearance of the product. They mention that it's really cool, the projects are very interesting to complete, and educational for any aspiring engineers or scientists. The concept is great, and the parts are easy to use. Customers are also impressed with their creations and the adults they impress. They say the product is a brilliant idea that teaches the basics of electronics with a snap.
"...They're clear, and good illustrations, but my kid isn't yet advanced enough to really understand the differences between all the numbers in the..." Read more
"...The variety of projects and the modular design make experimentation exciting and accessible...." Read more
"...has become an invaluable part of our daily routine, infusing joy, creativity, and education into my son's playtime...." Read more
"...The project designs are very interesting to complete and are educational for any aspiring engineers or electricians." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the toy. They mention that it is a great value for your money, the upgrade kits are priced fairly, and it is very valuable toy that is worth the price.
"Great product and great price. Grandson loves it!" Read more
"...He really enjoys tinkering with this toy! So worth the $20!" Read more
"I ordered this as a gift for my 10 year old and it was worth every penny...." Read more
"...I feel like it was a good value since we’ve gotten great use out of it. The box is well organized with groves to put each item." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the toy. Some mention that it works great and is easy for students to use, while others say that it doesn't work. Overall, the product is highly useful and fun to build and learn with.
"...They held up really well. Over a three year period we have had no problems at all. Easy to put away and easy to identify any missing piece." Read more
"Works great" Read more
"...labeled, and certain boxes have to be used a very specific way, or it won't work...." Read more
"The look on my grandsons face when he assembled the music and it worked was priceless!Easy to understand/assemble" Read more
Customers are disappointed with the durability of the toy. They mention that some parts have broken or were damaged when they opened the box. Some customers also say that the little fan broke and pieces went missing. The battery compartment broke within 24 hours, and the wires that connect the snaps broke within a week.
"...However from the beginning, we had some defective parts, which meant we couldn’t do several of the projects...." Read more
"...Elenco Electronics Inc--of the 11 kits I ordered, one piece in one kit was defective, and two pieces broke after weeks of heavy classroom use...." Read more
"...the "Space War" sound generator (U3) either came defective or was easily damaged...." Read more
"...It did come with one defected piece, but he is still able to put almost all the designs together!..." Read more
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Pros:
* Physical form - this is perfect for little hands. Check out my photo of the resistor, with a regular size coffee mug for scale. The snaps can be a little "sticky" which sometimes presents a challenge but not a biggie. My kid definitely needed my help getting pieces apart sometimes, but putting pieces on was pretty easy for them.
* Quick-win projects - being able to light up a light or make a fan go with relatively low effort was a big plus.
* Modular - love that we can get more of these kits and combine them. There's also a pretty active community creating new projects, so google "snap circuit builds" if you run out of projects and want to see some more cool stuff you can do.
Cons:
* Why are so many of these projects "war" and "bombing" and "battle"? This was honestly the biggest turn-off of this kit for me. Like can we just not? Can we just build some cool stuff?
* Instructions are definitely for bigger kids. See my photos - this is not a fault of the product. They're clear, and good illustrations, but my kid isn't yet advanced enough to really understand the differences between all the numbers in the image - so they didn't really get that there's an order of operations. With me helping they got it, but particularly for the more complex projects, I basically had to build it -- which I had expected, but hopefully the images here will give you an idea of what you are dealing with so you can decide if you're up for it.
* Mostly loud sounds and lights. This was my own fault for not looking more closely at what was in this set, so this might be a *pro* for you. For my loud-noise-hating kid, this was a bit of a con as they really wanted more projects involving motion.
* A lot of projects with subtle differences - I hesitate to call this a con because I think it's super cool that they show things like say, what an AND entails vs an OR, but the distinctions are too subtle for my kid to care. That said when kiddo gets a little older I suspect this set will get some new life as they begin to realize what these other projects are teaching.
All in all I still give this 5 stars because it's a great product for getting kids into electronics and we'll definitely get a lot of life out of this. And, let's be real, I am enjoying it too.
Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2021
Pros:
* Physical form - this is perfect for little hands. Check out my photo of the resistor, with a regular size coffee mug for scale. The snaps can be a little "sticky" which sometimes presents a challenge but not a biggie. My kid definitely needed my help getting pieces apart sometimes, but putting pieces on was pretty easy for them.
* Quick-win projects - being able to light up a light or make a fan go with relatively low effort was a big plus.
* Modular - love that we can get more of these kits and combine them. There's also a pretty active community creating new projects, so google "snap circuit builds" if you run out of projects and want to see some more cool stuff you can do.
Cons:
* Why are so many of these projects "war" and "bombing" and "battle"? This was honestly the biggest turn-off of this kit for me. Like can we just not? Can we just build some cool stuff?
* Instructions are definitely for bigger kids. See my photos - this is not a fault of the product. They're clear, and good illustrations, but my kid isn't yet advanced enough to really understand the differences between all the numbers in the image - so they didn't really get that there's an order of operations. With me helping they got it, but particularly for the more complex projects, I basically had to build it -- which I had expected, but hopefully the images here will give you an idea of what you are dealing with so you can decide if you're up for it.
* Mostly loud sounds and lights. This was my own fault for not looking more closely at what was in this set, so this might be a *pro* for you. For my loud-noise-hating kid, this was a bit of a con as they really wanted more projects involving motion.
* A lot of projects with subtle differences - I hesitate to call this a con because I think it's super cool that they show things like say, what an AND entails vs an OR, but the distinctions are too subtle for my kid to care. That said when kiddo gets a little older I suspect this set will get some new life as they begin to realize what these other projects are teaching.
All in all I still give this 5 stars because it's a great product for getting kids into electronics and we'll definitely get a lot of life out of this. And, let's be real, I am enjoying it too.
From the first circuit creation to the countless discoveries that followed, this kit has provided an engaging and educational experience for learners of all ages. The ease of use, coupled with the clear instructions, ensures a smooth introduction to the world of electronics.
The variety of projects and the modular design make experimentation exciting and accessible. The snap-on components simplify the learning process, allowing users to grasp fundamental electronics concepts while having a blast.
The quality of the components and the durability of the pieces are noteworthy. The kit has stood the test of time, providing hours of entertainment without compromising functionality.
The included labs are very good for walking kids up from the basics to more complex set ups. They are well labelled and color coded to the actual parts
The parts themselves are solid , to withstand young hands pushing and pulling them, and they fit together perfectly.
Overall I would give this a perfect rating. A lot of thought went into this kit, and I will certainly be getting others from this company
What sets this toy apart is its adaptability, allowing for open-ended play that nurtures creativity and problem-solving. The quality of the materials is exceptional, with sturdy pieces ensuring durability. Its vibrant colors and unique shapes add excitement to playtime.
This toy encourages cooperative play and social interaction, promoting teamwork and communication skills. More importantly, it seamlessly integrates learning into play, enhancing fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and shape recognition.
Cleanup is a breeze as the pieces stack neatly for storage. This toy has become an invaluable part of our daily routine, infusing joy, creativity, and education into my son's playtime. If you seek a toy that combines fun and learning, this one is a top choice. My son's enthusiasm says it all, making it a worthwhile addition to any child's toy collection.
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But price is little bit high.
We were surprised at how our nephew was immediately drawn into the circuit board tasks – he was so enthusiastic and genuinely excited to build something that lit up, powered a fan or light, or triggered a siren. He said it was “awesome!” but more importantly he showed it was awesome by completing ten or eleven projects in a row, immediately after opening it.
I would recommend that you don’t just leave a child to figure it out alone, when it’s first opened. I attribute some of our nephew’s excitement to the fact that his uncle spent a good twenty minutes with him guiding him through the initial projects to ensure his success. It really just fueled his enthusiasm and then he happily worked independently and was thrilled to show off the results of each project.
The Elenco snap circuits are truly captivating; they are entertaining while offering a unique learning experience. A couple hours after opening it, our nephew matter-of-factly said, ‘I’ll probably be an electronics engineer when I grow up” and then he proceeded to explain how he thought he could use electronics to work in a bank…. so it definitely fired up his imagination in addition to stretching his attention span. With these results, it’s easy to highly recommend the Elenco Snap Circuits.
Tip: Two AA batteries are required and not included; so if you're gifting this, I'd recommend opening the box and including the batteries so it can be enjoyed as soon as it's opened.
Reviewed in Canada on December 26, 2017
We were surprised at how our nephew was immediately drawn into the circuit board tasks – he was so enthusiastic and genuinely excited to build something that lit up, powered a fan or light, or triggered a siren. He said it was “awesome!” but more importantly he showed it was awesome by completing ten or eleven projects in a row, immediately after opening it.
I would recommend that you don’t just leave a child to figure it out alone, when it’s first opened. I attribute some of our nephew’s excitement to the fact that his uncle spent a good twenty minutes with him guiding him through the initial projects to ensure his success. It really just fueled his enthusiasm and then he happily worked independently and was thrilled to show off the results of each project.
The Elenco snap circuits are truly captivating; they are entertaining while offering a unique learning experience. A couple hours after opening it, our nephew matter-of-factly said, ‘I’ll probably be an electronics engineer when I grow up” and then he proceeded to explain how he thought he could use electronics to work in a bank…. so it definitely fired up his imagination in addition to stretching his attention span. With these results, it’s easy to highly recommend the Elenco Snap Circuits.
Tip: Two AA batteries are required and not included; so if you're gifting this, I'd recommend opening the box and including the batteries so it can be enjoyed as soon as it's opened.
The instructions are helpful especially in the more tricky circuits involving the sound controllers.
It helped trigger their interest in electronic circuitry.
My 6 year old granddaughter was able to follow and assemble the circuits she loved the challenge and the fact that she could see an outcome