Do you need any batteries and if so what kind do you buy?

No batteries needed for this kit. The kit includes a "3.6v Rechargeable Battery" part #: 6SCB4. Project #3 shows the instructions on how to charge the battery. Check out the digital manual at the following link - https://www.elenco.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/SCG125-3.pdf

can someone confirm that you're supposed to have 2 guides/manuals?

depending on edition of snap circuits. one came with 2 the other one I believe

Is it compatible with snap circuits exstrem

All the pieces fit together and are the same style.

Planning on giving it to 13 year old girl..is it challenging enough for that age group?

Yes. We gave to my then 12 year old & at 13, he still enjoys it. Great for those kids that are engineers at heart.

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Green Alternative Energy Electronics Exploration Kit | Over 125 STEM Projects | Full Color Project Manual | 40 Parts | STEM Educational Toys for Kids 8+

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📘129 projects with full-color & educational manuals

🔋40+ parts including rechargeable battery

☀️Solar cell powers green energy projects

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⚡ Empower the next-gen innovator with hands-on green energy brilliance!

FUTURE PROOF COMPATIBILITY - Works seamlessly with other Snap Circuits kits to expand your creative energy experiments.
PLUG PLAY STEM INNOVATION - Snap-together parts with color-coded, numbered components for effortless assembly.
IDEAL FOR YOUNG ENGINEERS 8 - Designed to inspire critical thinking and eco-conscious innovation from an early age.
HANDS ON GREEN ENERGY MASTERY - Build 125+ projects exploring solar, wind, hydro & more—no soldering needed.
COMPREHENSIVE LEARNING TOOLKIT - Includes 100+ page full-color manual plus a dedicated green energy guide for deep STEM insights.

The Snap Circuits Green Alternative Energy Electronics Exploration Kit offers kids 8+ a dynamic STEM experience with 40+ snap-together parts and 129 projects. Featuring real circuit components like solar cells, windmills, and rechargeable batteries, it teaches renewable energy concepts through engaging, hands-on learning. Compatible with other Snap Circuits kits, it includes a full-color project manual and an educational guide to green energy, making it a must-have for future-focused young engineers.

Specifications

ASIN	B002PLNSRY
Age Range Description	Kid
Battery Description	NiMH
Best Sellers Rank	#303,499 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #2,606 in Educational Science Kits
Brand Name	Snap Circuits
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (415)
Educational Objective	STEM
Included Components	Plastic snap-grid, 47 components, project manual, and green energy manual.
Is Assembly Required	Yes
Item Dimensions	15.75 x 12 x 2.5 inches
Item Type Name	Snap Circuits Green Alternative Energy Electronics Exploration Kit
Item Weight	2.1 Pounds
Manufacturer	Elenco Electronics LLC
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)	180.0
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	96.0
Manufacturer Part Number	SCG-125
Manufacturer Warranty Description	Warranted for defects in workmanship and materials.
Material Type	Plastic
Model Number	SCG-125
Size	One Size
Theme	Physics
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