Galt Forces Lab | 13 Physics Experiments Kit

Parachutes. Hovercrafts. Zip Lines. Gears. — Galt Forces Lab Physics Experiments Kit

The Galt Forces Lab is a hands-on physics kit for curious kids aged 6–10 — 13 experiments built around the science of forces. Test how parachute shape affects a drop. Build a hovercraft and feel air pressure lift it. Rig a zip line and adjust the angle. Assemble a wooden car with real gears and axles, then race it. Each experiment isolates a different force — gravity, air resistance, friction, momentum, tension — and the included 32-page Lab Book guides every build with explanations of the science behind what’s happening. A notepad is included for recording results. No prior science knowledge needed; just curiosity and a clear patch of floor.

The 13 Experiments at a Glance

• 🪂 Parachute design — test different parachute shapes and sizes; measure drop time; discover how surface area affects air resistance
• 🚀 Climbing creature — build a creature that climbs a string using tension and friction mechanics
• 🐦 Bobbing bird — assemble a bird that bobs back and forth; explore centre of gravity and balance
• 🛥️ Hovercraft — build a working hovercraft using the included pieces; experience how a cushion of air reduces friction
• ⚡ Zip line — rig a zip line using the pulley and string; test angle, load, and speed
• 🏎️ Wooden car with gears — assemble a wooden car with real axles, wheels, and gears; explore how gear ratios affect speed and power
• 🚣 Wooden boat — build and float the wooden boat; experiment with buoyancy and balance
• 🎈 Balloon-powered experiments — use the included balloons to explore propulsion and air pressure
• …and 5 more experiments covering pulleys, rubber band tension, momentum, and more — all guided by the Lab Book

What’s in the Box

• Wooden boat
• Wooden car pieces, printed foam car pieces, 4 wheels, 3 axles, 2 gears
• Straw, pulley, zip line string
• Hovercraft pieces
• Polystyrene ball
• 4 balloons, 2 rubber bands, string, paper clip, button
• 2 parachutes
• Printed paper, printed card pieces, stickers
• Notepad for recording results
• 32-page Lab Book with step-by-step instructions and science explanations

Why Parents and Teachers Choose It

• ✅ 13 experiments covers the main forces kids study at school — gravity, air resistance, friction, tension, momentum, buoyancy, and gear mechanics are all represented; the Forces Lab aligns closely with primary and lower secondary science curriculum topics, making it a strong complement to school science
• ␅ The 32-page Lab Book explains the science, not just the steps — most kids’ experiment kits give instructions; the Galt Lab Book also explains why each experiment works, connecting the hands-on result to the underlying physics concept; kids who read the explanations come away with genuine understanding, not just a memory of a cool effect
• ✅ Real components, real results — real gears on the wooden car, a real pulley on the zip line, real parachute fabric; the Forces Lab uses actual engineering components rather than simplified toy analogues, so the physics behaviour is authentic and the results are measurably different when variables change
• ␅ Hours of open-ended re-experimentation — each experiment has variables kids can change: parachute size, zip line angle, car gear ratio, balloon inflation; the kit doesn’t expire after one run-through; curious kids return to re-test, re-measure, and try to beat their previous results
• ✅ No additional purchases needed — everything required for all 13 experiments is included in the box; no batteries, no extra materials to source from around the house

Good to Know Before You Buy

• Recommended age: 6–10 years
• Brand: Galt
• Experiments: 13 hands-on physics experiments
• Science topics: Gravity, air resistance, friction, tension, momentum, buoyancy, gears, pulleys
• Includes: 32-page Lab Book, notepad, all experiment components
• Adult supervision: Recommended for younger children in the age range; older children (8+) can work independently
• Batteries: Not required

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this best for?

Recommended for ages 6 to 10 years. Six and seven-year-olds will enjoy the builds with some adult guidance through the Lab Book instructions. Eight to ten-year-olds can typically work through the experiments independently and engage meaningfully with the science explanations. It’s a particularly strong gift for curious 8–10 year olds who are starting to encounter forces in school science.

How long does each experiment take?

Build time varies by experiment — simpler experiments like the bobbing bird or parachute test take 10–20 minutes; more involved builds like the wooden car with gears or the zip line setup take 30–45 minutes. The 32-page Lab Book is structured so kids can work through experiments in any order and return to them over multiple sessions. The full kit provides several hours of total engagement spread across multiple play sessions.

Does it need batteries or extra materials?

No batteries required. All materials for all 13 experiments are included in the box — no trips to the hardware store, no sourcing extra items from around the house. Everything is in the kit.

Is it a good gift?

Yes — it’s one of the best physics gifts for kids aged 6–10 who are curious about how things work. The 13-experiment format means there’s something new to discover across multiple sessions, the real components make the physics authentic, and the Lab Book gives the gift a lasting educational dimension that novelty toys don’t. A brilliant birthday or Christmas gift for kids who ask “why” a lot.