AFTER SCHOOL & SUMMER LEARNING / STEM/Engineering

3 years & up. This 8 page STEM Journal outlines how to utilize the scientific process in an early childhood classroom. Each of the 8 1/2" x 11" pages provide a space for children to draw pictures along with developmentally appropriate lines to write text as they utilize the scientific method. Perfect addition to any science center! Set of 10 journals.

5 years & up. Introduce and grow early coding skills with Botley the Coding Robot by Learning Resources. Botley is one of the only coding robots that grows with your child. From basic navigational functions to advanced features that will get him through obstacle courses, direct him down pathways made from black lines, and allow him to detect objects, this little robot does it all. After mastering the basics, kids can test out their coding skills with the Botley's Action Challenge Accessory Set's… More »

Grades 3 - 5. Improve essential Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math knowledge with these fun and memory-boosting games. Players study the pictures-and-facts side of the card for 10 seconds, and then flip to the other side to see how many questions they can answer, for example, "Was this masterpiece painted in 1691 or 1891?" or "When was toothpaste in a tube invented?" Each game includes 55 cards, a sand timer, and 8-sided die. For 1 or more players. Purchase all 4… More »

4 years & up. Follow your imagination with this pile of brightly colored classic LEGO® bricks! From butterflies and flowers to guitars and cakes, this set comes with bricks in 20 different bright colors to help you create whatever you imagine. With 4 pairs of eyes for creating all kinds of creatures, this set also comes with ideas to help you get started. Designed for builders of all ages, A great addition to any existing LEGO® collection. All models pictured can be built from this set… More »

5 years & up. Explore and build endless 3-D Construction Vehicle models with this easy click and connect system. Magnetized black and yellow plastics, unique geometric shapes and extender rods allow for open-ended, creativity-inspiring creations. The activity guide gives young engineers easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions on how to construct a variety of working Construction Vehicle models that roll, lift, and dig just like they do in real life. Promotes STEM learning. Included: 55 Building… More »

6 years & up. A droid construction set that actually moves and works! This Techno Gears Dizzy Droid™ building kit by The Learning Journey will put your little engineer's skills to the test. The challenge is to put all the brightly colored pieces and gears together in a way that will allow them to turn together at the push of a button. When your child is finished building they should have a quirky little droid with eyes, turning gears, wheels and more! Promotes STEM learning. Included:… More »

3 years & up. It's a programming language you can touch! Cubetto features a friendly wooden robot that can be guided around the world with coding blocks and a tangible interface board. Just lay the map out on the floor, place your robot at a starting point, and program his movements across the map by placing the coding blocks in the correct sequence on the interface board. Requires 6 AA batteries, not included. Communicates through blue tooth. Robot, blocks, and board are made from Linden Plywood.… More »

3 years & up. These unique coding blocks will help ensure your Primo™ Cubetto robot gets where it needs to go. Just place the blocks into your interface board and watch as your Cubetto turns and moves in the direction each block correlates with. Cubetto bot, interface board, and maps are not included. Included: Directional Blocks: 4 Backward, 4 Left, 4 Right, and 4 Forward.

4 years & up. Cubelets are robot blocks that combine to build thousands of thought-provoking robots. They are proven to engage different types of learners and foster confidence, imagination, and a love of learning that will help prepare children for an increasingly complex world. Cubelets are easy to play with and explore. There are no wires and no wrong way to build - simply snap the blocks together and discover what robot behaviors emerge. This Cubelets Twelve Kit is the best mix of sense,… More »

4 years & up. Bring your LEGO® creations to life! Use these yellow adapters to connect LEGO® bricks to Cubelets! Includes 4 Brick Adapters.

4 years & up. Add to any Cubelets kit to extend your robot! This Rotate Cubelet will make your robot spin. One face spins at a rate corresponding to the block's input values. Rotate Cubelet is pre-loaded with the newest Cubelets operating system: Cubelets OS 4.

3 years & up. Inspire little learners to be big thinkers in a super fun way! This unique Code-a-pillar toy by Fisher Price® comes with several different color and function segments that are easy-to-connect and encourage critical thinking. Children will learn problem solving, sequencing, and planning by connecting the segments of the Code-a-pillar in an order that allows him to move toward targets and through various obstacles on the floor. Some segments make his body move right, some make… More »

6 years & up. A robot construction set that actually moves and works! This Techno Gears Wacky Robot kit by The Learning Journey will put your little engineer's skills to the test. The challenge is to put all the brightly colored pieces and gears together in a way that will allow them to turn together at the push of a button. When your child is finished building they should have a quirky little robot with eyes, arms, and gears that all spin and move. It's challenging in all the right ways and… More »

8 years & up. Put your engineering skills to the test and see if you can construct a building that can endure an earthquake with the Aftershock Earthquake Lab. Simply assemble a building on top of the shake table and test your creations with realistic quakes. You can choose from various types of earthquakes, magnitudes and durations. Learn more with the 24-page, full-color Seismic Science book that is included. Book size: 11" x 8.5". Promotes STEM learning. Requires 3 AA batteries… More »

5 years & up. Your little engineers will love designing and creating their own skyscrapers, cranes, bridges and more with this City Engineering & Design Set by Learning Resources. Use the activity cards to complete design challenges or let your imagination run wild and create your own city. The perfect set to encourage early STEM learning. Platform measures 4.25" x 4.25". Included: 89 Easy-to-assemble pieces: Gears, building pieces,2 figures, a truck, a construction cone and more, and Activity cards.

5 years & up. Your little engineers will love designing and creating their own skatepark with this Skate Park Engineering & Design Set by Learning Resources. Use the activity cards to complete design challenges or let your imagination run wild and create your own crazy ramps and jumps that will send your skater flying. The perfect set to encourage early STEM learning. Longest ramp measures 10" x 2". Included: 43 Easy-to-assemble pieces: Flag, building pieces, 1 figure with a skateboard,… More »

6 years & up. Exercise the power of your mind to program one of the world's smallest smart robots! The Ozobot Bit introduces kids to the wonders of technology while teaching them coding and encourages creativity. It's a unique and exciting way to introduce kids to STEM concepts. Features interactive games, STEM lessons, and DIY activities. Includes: 1 Crystal White Ozobot Bit and 1 Titanium Black Ozobot Bit.

3 years & up. Embark on new and challenging adventures with the Logic Pack! Combine your Logic Blocks with this set of storybooks and flashcards that teach new logical concepts. Logic Blocks are not included. Includes: 4 Storybooks, 32 Illustrated Flash Cards, and 1 Sticker Sheet.

Grades 3 - 8. Dynamic STEM set challenges students to build and control K'NEX® models using the K'NEX® Computer Control interface. Students write programs to control on-screen K'NEX® models using the software included, then download into the interface's memory and use to operate student built K'NEX® models. Build 5 K'NEX® models, one at a time. Models are fully functioning replicas of real-world machines and include a Sliding Door, Elevator, Bascule Bridge, Oscillating Fan and… More »

Grades 2 - 6. STEM concepts come to life as students build and control K'NEX® models using the K'NEX® Discover Control Box. Students will control on-screen K'NEX® models using the software included, then control and operate student built K'NEX® models. Build 5 K'NEX® models, one at a time. Models are fully functioning replicas of exciting real-world amusement park themed models and include Gateway, Spinning Carpet Ride, Double Ferris Wheel, Swing Ride and a Tramcar. Made in the USA.

3 years & up. Sixty natural finished, smooth-sanded hardwood blocks are packaged in a handsome, wooden storage crate for easy storage. Ideal for building and introducing the relation of part to whole. Great value! Dimensions: 5.25" x 12.5" x 15" Packaged

3 years & up. Observe on a grand scale with our extra-large Jumbo magnifiers, sized perfectly for small hands. Ideal for taking a closer look at plants, animals and insects in life science lessons. Built-in stands allow hands-free viewing. Each magnifier's plastic lens measures 4 1/2" in diameter and offers 4.5x magnification. Set includes 6 colors. Plastic magnifiers measure 8"L each.

3 years & up. Five lbs. of wood pieces, sanded smooth for building, sorting, sanding, painting, and creating beautiful works of art. Pieces may vary and have rough edges.

It's easy for students to set up and maintain their own ant habitats! Ant Factory, measuring 9" high by 15" wide, provides great lessons in responsibility, basic ecology, and much more! Each habitat includes 24-page guide book with ant care and colony observation hints, water dropper, canal starting tool, and certificate to obtain ants by mail ($4.00 fee required for shipping, handling, and insurance).