The image of the bombard, with exploding shells was truly unique for the time. In the Codex Atlanticus da Vinci illustrated how it could be used, along with exploding shells – similar to present day cluster bombs.
This working re-creation uses elastics to launch a hollow ball – up to 14 feet, and it can be rotated with a gear driven slider to change the trajectory – for some interesting insights about how trajectory changes distance a projectile travels. You can add items to the balls to change the weight, which will also change the distance, and use other types of small balls to learn about how density and the smoothness of the covering affects how projectiles will fly. We provide 3 openable hollow balls, and you can also launch styrofoam, aluminum foil, wooden, and even those small soft fuzzy balls. Made with our excellent quality 3 and 5 mm die-cut wood, there are also a number of extra elastic bands to make sure your siege can last the duration!
A great beginner to intermediate STEM kit for kids to learn about trajectory, parabolas, and it has an interesting back story about a genius renaissance inventor, engineer and artist, – and a great way for kids of all ages to learn more about European history, Leonardo and the time he lived, and then hurl things – the perfect mix!
Age Rating: 14+ While the kit can be made by people younger than 14 (we think kids 9 and over have the skills) it does launch a projectile, so is rated 14+. The balls are hollow, and light – so very safe – even at close range.
Shipping and returns.
Such a sweet toy that will grow with my daughter and be played with for years to come. She is 17 months and loves rolling it along our floorboards as well as discovering different little things we have hidden in the back of the truck. It’s so well made and is lovely to the touch.
We had this ball bought as a present for our dog when she was being looked after by friends. It has become her absolute favourite and very popular by lots of other dogs we encounter.
We also live near the beach so it really helps that it floats too. We use it almost daily and have done for the past 6 months. So needless to say we are very satisfied with the product, tempted to buy a second just Incase (god forbid) we lost this precious favourite. It also fits in the ball thrower sticks which has saved me since being heavily pregnant.
It’s not easy to snag these pieces! Slowly adding to my collection. Love browsing Dragonfly Toys and seeing what they on available on my wishlist. Ostheimer is one of most favourite collection!
The main lesson book is of great quality, and it has a bright colour cover the paper and inside is thick and really nice quality and has good texture and I recommend these main lesson books to everybody
I purchased the Grapat Nins Carla for my grand daughters first birthday, its such a beautifully crafted set and so many ways to play, I know she will enjoy for many years to come.
Excellent seller communication. Response clear supoortive.
Thank you!
Not a very organised store, they didn’t gift wrap my item even though I payed for it before checkout
Excellent products as always and really smart delivery. Thanks a million.
