BrickLAB Tech Set: 1st Grade

• Grades: 1st
• Number of Students: 30
• Contacts Hours: 24+
• Sample Lesson Plan

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! The BrickLAB Tech Set is different from the Core 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 set 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:

• 6,500 BrickLAB building bricks
• 2 storage tubs
• Brick separator
• Mesh bag for cleaning bricks
• Spiral-bound Instructor Guide

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 Topics

1. Human-Made Tools & Natural Objects
2. Human-Made & Natural Systems
3. Pollution & Recycling
4. Human Wants & Needs
5. History of Buildings
6. Inquiry & Communication
7. Observation & Troubleshooting
8. Brainstorming & Improving Solutions
9. Safety & Symbols
10. Solar & Wind Energy
11. Manufactured Goods
12. Construction Technology

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. 

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