Zometool is a brand of building sets that encourages learning, creativity, and mathematical exploration through play. The sets contain interlocking pieces in various shapes and colors that can be combined to form complex structures.
Zometool was founded in 1985 by Paul Hildebrandt, who had spent years developing the system.
The first Zometool set was sold in 1986, and the company has since expanded to offer a variety of sets for different ages and levels of complexity.
Zometool has been used in schools, museums, and science centers around the world to teach mathematical concepts and inspire creative thinking.
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A basic set of Zometool pieces for creating simple structures and models.
A larger set of Zometool pieces for creating more complex structures and models.
A set of Zometool pieces and instructions for creating models of various 3-dimensional shapes.
Zometool can be enjoyed by children and adults of all ages, but younger children may require some assistance with building.
Zometool encourages mathematical exploration and visualization skills, as well as creativity and problem-solving.
Zometool pieces are designed to be used with other Zometool pieces and may not be compatible with other building sets.
Yes, Zometool sets come with instructions for building various models, as well as suggestions for exploring math concepts.
Yes, Zometool pieces are made of non-toxic materials and have been tested to meet safety standards.