Use this kit to make a compact Van de Graaff generator using an aluminum can. Then, perform experiments with your Van de Graaff generator and learn about static electricity and more! Light up a fluorescent tube, bend a stream of water and more! Learn about how static electricity is used in everyday life in LCD TVs, touch panels, and more. This kit and study guide are perfect for classroom lessons, homeschool settings, and even for an educational afternoon activity with your kids! This kit is very impressive with its quality of materials and especially the educational value of the curriculum the study guide offers! For ages 8 and up. Aluminum can not included. 2 AA batteries needed, not included. Artec’s line of science educational supplies for classrooms are a great source for STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education and curriculum development for elementary, middle, and high schools. Artec is dedicated to developing a hands-on educational experience through their fun and innovative line of products. A compact Van de Graaff generator which uses an aluminum can to accumulate static electricity. Build a Compact Van de Graaff Generator Experiment with and Learn About Static Electricity Various Fun Experiments Great Illustrated, Interactive, and Informative Study Guide For ages 8 and up The Static Shocker kit will turn you into a master connoisseur of electricity and specifically, static electricity. You can perform numerous experiments such as standing pompom strands. Your path to becoming the know it all behind electricity starts here!