---
product_id: 62516596
title: "Hydropower"
brand: "thames & kosmos"
price: "37.81 OMR"
currency: OMR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 4
category: "Thames & Kosmos"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.om/products/62516596-hydropower
store_origin: OM
region: Oman
---

# 30 hands-on energy experiments 10 buildable hydro models 105 construction pieces Hydropower

**Brand:** thames & kosmos
**Price:** 37.81 OMR
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💦 Energize your curiosity with the power of water!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Hydropower by thames & kosmos
- **How much does it cost?** 37.81 OMR with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.om](https://www.desertcart.com.om/products/62516596-hydropower)

## 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

- • **STEM Learning Meets Fun:** Perfect for ages 8+, blending education with engaging, practical science.
- • **Dive Into Hands-On Science:** Conduct 30 interactive experiments that simulate real-world water energy harnessing.
- • **No Batteries, Pure Curiosity:** Battery-free design encourages creative thinking and sustainable learning.
- • **Join the Renewable Revolution:** Be part of the future by understanding how water powers our world—adult supervision recommended.
- • **Master Water Power Engineering:** Build 10 detailed models including a hydroelectric power station to unlock renewable energy secrets.

## Overview

Hydropower by Thames & Kosmos is an educational science kit designed for kids 8 and up to explore renewable energy through building 10 models and performing 30 experiments. With 105 pieces and no batteries required, it offers hands-on learning about hydroelectric power, fostering STEM skills and environmental awareness under adult supervision.

## Description

Hydropower : desertcart.co.uk: Toys & Games

Review: Good little kits - Used this with groups in my class for a renewable energy week. The children are 6 and 7 so needed adult support to use it but end product was good. Led was broken before it got used which was annoying and the instruction booklet was deadly when it came to papercuts but apart from that it was a good purchase for the kids
Review: A lot of parts not provided but required. - Several of the experiments require parts that are not provided and some constructions fall apart right away.

## Features

- Warning:Not suitable for children under 3 years. For use under adult supervision
- Warning:To be used under the direct supervision of an adult
- Learn the science behind water power
- Learn the history of the use of water to harness energy
- 10 models to build including a hydroelectric power station
- 105 construction pieces and 30 hands-on experiments to conduct
- Simulate harnessing energy from flowing water

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001TGAYU0 |
| Age Range Description | 8+ |
| Age range (description) | 8+ |
| Battery Description | No Battery required |
| Best Sellers Rank | 292,253 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 2,904 in Educational Science Kits |
| Brand | Thames & Kosmos |
| Brand Name | Thames & Kosmos |
| Country Of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 175 Reviews |
| Educational Objective | Scientific Concept Development Skills |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00857853001841 |
| Included Components | Hydropower |
| Item Dimensions | 37.1 x 5.8 x 29.2 centimetres |
| Item Type Name | Thames & Kosmos | 624811 | Hydropower | Experiment Kit | Renewable Energy Science Kit | Build Models To Harness the Energy of Water | 12 Experiments | Ages 8+ |
| Item Weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 37.1 x 5.8 x 29.2 centimetres |
| Item height | 11.5 inches |
| Item weight | 0.01 Ounces |
| Manufacturer | Thames and Kosmos |
| Maximum Age Recommendation | 96.0 |
| Minimum Age Recommendation | 96.0 |
| Size | Standard |
| Sub Brand | thames |
| Theme | science-and-nature |
| UPC | 857853001841 609224804496 730309083236 847814017196 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Size:** Standard
- **Brand:** Thames & Kosmos
- **Theme:** science-and-nature
- **Age range (description):** 8+
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 37.1 x 5.8 x 29.2 centimetres

## Images

![Hydropower - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81Pr5E6-i0L.jpg)

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good little kits
*by A***R on 4 April 2020*

Used this with groups in my class for a renewable energy week. The children are 6 and 7 so needed adult support to use it but end product was good. Led was broken before it got used which was annoying and the instruction booklet was deadly when it came to papercuts but apart from that it was a good purchase for the kids

### ⭐⭐ A lot of parts not provided but required.
*by A***9 on 5 January 2025*

Several of the experiments require parts that are not provided and some constructions fall apart right away.

### ⭐⭐ be warned water wheel is very poor design and quality
*by D***N on 8 January 2013*

this set should be great for the money sadly i was very sad to see that the water wheel is so flimsy and badly made it ruins the set the water wheel is very very thin clear flexible plastic its not rigid and is clear it looks nothing like a water wheel, the cogs and gears that make up the rest of the set are fine good quality but the main part the water wheel is really bad as a result i think this set is expensive and my 10 year old son is disappointent whith the water wheel which is the main part, its a shame the water wheel is so bad however goods where delivered on time in good condition

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*Last updated: 2026-01-23*