American Educational Contour Model Kit for 2-D Topographic Map

The American Educational 3022 contour model kit is used for topographical study, and is designed for developing student understanding of contour lines and the forces that impact their shapes and patterns. The kit features a contour transformation activity for turning a three-dimensional mountain replica of Mount Capulin, a steep-sided volcano located in New Mexico, into a two-dimensional topographical map. The 3022 contains a clear, plastic box with lid, built-in mountain replica, metric ruler, marking pencil, and detailed instructions for hands-on learning. The kit is suitable for grades 4 to 12 and ages 9 to 18.

Science education products incorporate applied math and science principles into classroom and homeschool-based projects. Teachers in pre-K, elementary, and secondary classrooms use science education kits and products alongside science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) curriculum to demonstrate STEM concepts and real-world applications through hands-on activities. Science education projects include a broad range of activities, such as practical experiments in engineering, aeronautics, robotics, energy, chemistry, physics, biology, and geology.

American Educational Products, LLC, manufactures and supplies classroom materials and teaching tools for science and math education, as well as early childhood and active play products. The company, founded in 1986, is based in Fort Collins, CO.

What’s in the Box?

• Clear, plastic box with lid
• Built-in mountain replica
• Metric ruler
• Marking pencil
• Detailed instructions