Jul 11, 2008 4:00 AM

The Home Flux Capacitor

From the Flickr photostream of Argyle, just get it up to 88 mph and you’re good to go. Not clear if it’s storeboughten (as they say in Little House) or DIY. Via Cruft.

From the Flickr photostream of Argyle, just get it up to 88 mph and you're good to go. Not clear if it's storeboughten (as they say in Little House) or DIY.

Via Cruft.

Kathy Ceceri is an award-winning author and educator who writes about hands-on learning science and technology activities for families and classrooms. She was a top contributor to the GeekDad blog and one of the founding editors of the GeekMom blog. Her website is www.craftsforlearning.com. ... Read More

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