T-M293 Alternation of Day and Night DIY Learning Kit

T-M293 Alternation of Day and Night DIY Learning Kit Overview

The T-M293 Alternation of Day and Night DIY Learning Kit is a hands-on educational model designed to help students visualize how the Earth’s rotation produces alternating daylight and darkness. This STEM-focused kit combines basic electronics, model building, and astronomy to create an engaging classroom demonstration or home science project.

Key Features

• Realistic Earth rotation model that demonstrates day and night cycles
• Illuminated Sun representation using an LED or mini lamp
• Motorized rotating base to simulate continuous Earth rotation
• DIY assembly with pre-cut wooden or acrylic components and simple hardware
• Battery powered for portability and safe classroom use
• Suitable for beginner to intermediate skill levels

What is Included in the Package

• Earth globe model
• LED or lamp module to represent the Sun
• Wooden or acrylic frame components
• Battery holder and connecting wires
• Screws and mounting hardware
• Instruction manual with assembly steps and learning notes

Specifications

• Operating voltage: 3 to 6 V DC
• Power supply: Battery operated
• Drive mechanism: Motorized rotating base
• Light source: LED or mini bulb
• Material: Wooden or acrylic frame with plastic components
• Assembly time: Approximately 45 to 60 minutes
• Skill level: Beginner to intermediate

Educational Benefits

• Visual demonstration of how Earth’s rotation causes day and night
• Reinforces concepts in astronomy, geography, and Earth science
• Introduces basic principles of rotational motion and simple electronics
• Promotes hands-on learning, problem solving, and conceptual understanding
• Perfect for STEM classrooms, science fairs, and interactive lessons

Assembly and Classroom Use

1. Unpack all components and review the instruction manual.
2. Assemble the frame and mount the Earth globe on the rotating base.
3. Install the LED lamp module to represent the Sun and connect the battery holder and wires.
4. Secure all hardware, insert batteries, and test the motorized rotation and light.
5. Use the model to demonstrate day and night by observing illuminated and shadowed regions on the globe as it rotates.

Ideal For

• Elementary to middle school STEM lessons and unit studies on Earth science
• Classroom demonstrations that require a visual model of planetary motion
• Science fair projects, after-school clubs, and homeschool activities

Safety and Maintenance

• Use batteries as specified in the manual and avoid mixing old and new batteries
• Keep small parts away from young children; recommended for supervised use
• Turn off the motor and remove batteries when the model is not in use to preserve battery life
• Clean components with a dry cloth; avoid exposure to water or harsh chemicals

Bring astronomy and Earth science to life with the T-M293 Alternation of Day and Night DIY Learning Kit. Its hands-on design, clear learning outcomes, and classroom-ready features make it an effective tool for engaging students and enhancing understanding of planetary motion.