Original TEDCO Gyroscope
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Original TEDCO Gyroscope

# 028843
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Grades: 3-AD

Product Description:

Not just a classic toy, this heavy-duty gyroscope is great for demonstrating gyroscopic forces. When you get the hang of spinning it, there are a number of impressive tricks waiting to be mastered as well! Retro packaging includes gytoscope, string, stand and instructions.

Publisher Description:

Give your child the wonder of a toy Gyroscope just like the one you played with when you were young! The TEDCO Gyroscope continues to fascinate young and old alike with its mysterious force that seems to defy gravity.

Produced since 1917, the TEDCO gyroscope has been a classic educational toy for generations. Gyroscopic technology is used in numerous applications of everyday life. A few examples include guidance and navigation systems for ships, airplanes and spacecrafts, accurate mapping and surveying, oil drilling and motion picture making.

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Category Description for Physics Visuals, Supplements & Tools:
Category Description for PHYSICS:
Primary Subject
Science
Grade Start
3
Grade End
AD
EAN
043067001009
Format
Science Equipment / Supplies
Brand Name
Tedco
Weight
0.1813 (lbs.)
Dimensions
2.5" x 2.5" x 2.5"
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A gift for one of my students.
Marion C on Feb 17, 2023
reminiscent of fun childhood toy. love getting toys for grandchildren that captures attention away from the phone or computer or tv.
roger c on Nov 22, 2021
A gift for one of my students.
Marion C on Feb 17, 2023
Cool stocking stuffer.
Tricia B on Dec 14, 2022
reminiscent of fun childhood toy. love getting toys for grandchildren that captures attention away from the phone or computer or tv.
roger c on Nov 22, 2021
I love classic, traditional toys!
Melissa S on Dec 10, 2020
My husband wants to play with it :).
Susan C on Dec 4, 2020
I had one of these as a kid and they are so fun. I just want the same experience for my kids.
Dawn M on Nov 10, 2020
Guest Hollow Physics selection
Tara S on Jul 18, 2020
The more hands-on equipment the seventh graders can work with, the better.
Lee H on Jan 12, 2020
cool and I had 1 as a kid
Dennis S on Aug 20, 2018
To have as an example
Teddy R on Jul 24, 2018
To use as a teaching tool to explain the law of physics with motorcycles.
Willie L on Jul 7, 2018
Science minded son loves to fill his room with gadgets. He thought it would be a cool desktop decoration.
Sonya V on Feb 15, 2018
cheap
Igor S on Oct 23, 2017
A neat looking toy that is also educational. Looks challenging, hope it's not too hard to do! : )
Nancy M on Nov 26, 2016
Thought it would be fun!
User on Jan 6, 2016
Stocking stuffer for 15 year old boy
Stacy T on Nov 27, 2015
Curious kids.
Merri F on Nov 16, 2015
Looked like a great stocking stuffer for older boys.
Lisa C on Nov 4, 2015
Cool stocking stuffer.
Tricia B on Dec 14, 2022
I love classic, traditional toys!
Melissa S on Dec 10, 2020
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The original toy
I wish it came with the wire hoop, we’ll need to order it. My husband and I remember enjoying this toy as kids. Our son will have to practice a little more!
January 4, 2021
Purchased
 over 2 years ago
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