Introduction to the Train Set

For parents

An early version is here.  The layout has been changed here.

 

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1. One of the reasons for the continued popularity of model railways is the nostalgic appeal they hold. 
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3. Many hobbyists fondly recall the joy of playing with trains during their childhood, fostering an emotional connection.     

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1. Model railways evoke a sense of nostalgia, transporting individuals back to simpler times and enabling them to relive cherished memories. 
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3. Moreover, the hobby often becomes a multi-generational tradition, passing on the passion for model railways from parents to children and creating lasting bonds.
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5. Children 'absorb' nostalgia from the parent and grand parent.  Even more so if trips to old railway trains and model train exhibitions take place.  York Museum  more

3    The benefits of using a model railway range from being educational to developmental in a variety of real-world skills.  Handling something real with many benefits including:

1. Planning routes including changing points.
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3. Understanding scientifics including linear motion, kinetic energy, traction and more. 
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5. The traction system converts the electrical energy into mechanical energy which enables the wheels to turn and, therefore, the train to accelerate and brake.

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The school benefits from 'hiring' at no cost  a model railway.  It ranges from being educational to developmental in a variety of real-world skills.  They include science, technology, engineering and human resource planning.

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The train layout shows a large empty space to accommodate a small town to be designed by pupils. 

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