BrickLAB Tech Ultimate Set (Grades K-4) Grades: K-4 Number of Students: Up to 30 Contact Hours: 24+ Curriculum Sample About: Bricks naturally provide students of all ages a platform for creative and innovative thinking, which is why the BrickLAB Tech set is perfect for extracurricular programs which aim to instill a wide range of STEM skills! Bricks provide opportunities for authentic discovery and collaboration, which PCS Edventures has combined with 12 unique units to develop a variety of topics. Designed to correlate with the national standards from the ITEEA (International Technology and Engineering Educators Association), which promote technological literacy, this series develops a true understanding of what technology is and how it is useful in society. For more information about the ITEEA technological literacy standards and how BrickLAB aligns, check out the alignment tab! The BrickLAB Tech set is different from the Classroom version because it allows more variation between grade levels. Choose between grades levels however these levels are more for recommendation and can be used at the discretion of individual instructors to accommodate different learning environments with a variety of student levels. Additionally, each kit comes with enough manipulatives to instruct up to 30 students at once! The BrickLAB Tech set is the perfect addition to any program seeking to add diversity! The primarily Project-Based Learning curriculum can be used in multiple ways to encourage student growth and creativity, or the bricks can be used in teacher-devised projects-the possibilities are endless with over 6,500 bricks on hand! Materials Included Sterilite BrickLAB tub (10 gal, for storing bricks) - 2 BrickLAB Brick set - over 6500 building bricks Brick separator - 1 Mesh bag (for brick cleaning) - 1 Spiral-bound instructor guide - 1 Curriculum Structure 12 two-hour units. Each unit includes: 2 Intro Discussions 2 Builds 2 Engineering Challenges 2 Real World Extensions 2 Small Group Extensions 2 Written Activities 2 Assessments 1 Final Class Challenge Lesson Titles Kindergarten Human-Made Tools & Natural Objects Materials & Build Plans Scientific Technology Helpful & Harmful Tools Pollution & Recycling Human Wants & Needs History of Shelters & Lights Creativity & Design Problem Solving Design Process Directions & Symbols Everyday Products 1st Grade Human-Made Tools & Natural Objects Human-Made & Natural Systems Pollution & Recycling Human Wants & Needs History of Buildings Inquiry & Communication Observation & Troubleshooting Brainstorming & Improving Solutions Safety & Symbols Solar & Wind Energy Manufactured Goods Construction Technology 2nd Grade Human-Made Tools & Natural Objects Materials & Build Plans Helpful & Harmful Technology Human Wants & Needs History of Farming & Fishing Inquiry & Communication Problem Solving & Engineering Design Brainstorming & Improving Solutions Data Collection & Safety Gravity & Energy Conservation Manufactured Goods Construction Technology 3rd Grade Simple Machines & Ancient Cultures Problem Solving & Constraints Scientific Technology Helpful & Harmful Technology Compost & Energy Efficiency Product Demand & Marketing History of Tools & Boats Engineering Design Process Brainstorming & Modeling Innovation & Inquiry Problem Solving Medical Technology 4th Grade Innovation's Impact on Society Measurements & Parameters Science & Integrated Technology Clean Water Directions & Maps Design Trade-Offs Medical Technology Agricultural Technology Electricity & Nuclear Power Symbols & Codes Transportation Technology Manufactured Goods Note: Due to production time, this item typically ships 2-3 weeks after receipt of the order. During peak season, April-June, lead time is around 6 weeks. Please plan and order accordingly. BrickLab Video
