Engineering

Early childhood teachers continue to seek activities that promote STEM-based learning. But most STEM books focus on science and math, excluding technology and engineering. Creative Investigations in Early Engineering® & Technology helps teachers create a more well-rounded STEM learning program. Encourage children to think, make, tinker and innovate. Introduce engineering skills such as coding in a developmentally appropriate way. Leverage children's use of digital technologies to help them… More »

7 years & up. Build 6 functioning mechanical arms, grabber claws, and legs with this Mechanical Engineering® Kit by Thames & Kosmos. Learn mechanical engineering principles firsthand as you build claws that can grab and lift using pneumatic and hydraulic systems powered by air pressure. Included: 201 Building pieces and a 32-Page manual with easy-to-follow illustrated instructions.

This model is composed of a base and elevated board holding a screw. It is made from sturdy wooden construction and is ideal for classroom use. The model will show students how additional leverage can be useful. Includes an instruction manual. Made of particle board and wooden components. Measures 7.5"W x 4"H x 4"D.

7 years & up. Beep! Beep! It's not any ordinary alarm clock, it's a potato clock! The Potato Clock allows you to generate enough electricity to run a digital clock using two potatoes! Just push the zinc and copper electrodes into potatoes you provide causing an oxidation/reduction reaction that is converted to low voltage. Potatoes not included.

3 years & up. Start your little engineer off right with this build a farm tractor kit! Once done, your child will be able to watch the tractor move forward and backward with the flicking of the power switch. Children will be able to learn hand-eye coordination through play and use. Children will learn about the science of forces and motion, strength and stability, and simple mechanisms. Electric Screwdriver actually screws in tractor pieces, fostering joy in project completion. Encourage STEM… More »

5 years & up. Get your motor running with real STEM learning! Discover the science of motion through scientific exploration with colorful, engaging tools and hands-on activities. Explore the science of "how things go" as you conduct investigations, solve problems, and explore early engineering. Features 10 double-sided Activity Cards covering all aspects of STEM, plus key science concepts of gravity, inertia, friction, push/pull, and more! Ladder measures 9.25"H, tracks measure… More »

Grades 2 & up. Learning that's right on track! Young thinkers can design unbelievable ball track structures via simple, stacking planks. No glue, no connectors -- just loads of constructive fun! Get things rolling by constructing the "Shooting Gallery", "Turbine", "Step Curve", and more! Set includes: 50 pine planks, 2 KEVA® balls, and an idea booklet.

18 months & up. Introduce young builders to magnetic construction, sensory exploration and social emotional expression with the comprehensive toddler STEM set, Grippies® Shake, Build and Curve. Connect large and small sized magnetic rods to each other or combine them with the overmolded metal ball connectors. The variety of rod styles create a unique structural, rounded and acoustic building experience. Encourage magnetic, auditory and tactile exploration through patterning and 3D construction.… More »

2 years & up. Children will be introduced to basic physics as they build using the Ramp and Roll Discovery Blocks. Oversized, easy-to-clean foam pieces featuring slopes, chutes and holes will provide interesting ways for children to send the included balls rolling down special routed paths. Each ball features a different color and weight, allowing children to hypothesize and deepen their understandings of basic STEM principles. Set includes 44 building pieces and 4 balls, each featuring a different weight.

3 years & up. Bring early STEM activities to life with a one-of-a-kind experience that combines light play and magnet play. Use the included mounting hardware to safely and securely attach the board to any classroom wall, encouraging vertical builds using magnets. The large work surface is large enough for multiple children to build and create at one time, encouraging collaborative activities as well as individual exploration.

18 months & up. Encourage creative play, tactile exploration, and open-ended building using the Snap and Stack Thistle Block set. Children can easily fit the durable plastic bristles together to create satisfying connections and construct anything their imagination can inspire. A variety of pieces will help children develop color and shape recognition as well as size relationships and pattern building. This 220-piece set allows for large builds independently or collaboratively.

2 years & up. Inspire creativity and vertical building with this all-in-one Draw and Play Standing Magnetic Board. Children can stand to draw on the write-on/wipe-off board while simultaneously using magnetic play pieces, taking creations and basic STEM activities to a whole new level. Storage at floor level on either side of the board keeps magnetic toys, dry-erase markers and play essentials organized and accessible. A sturdy birch frame makes this unique play board durable enough for continued… More »

4 years & up. These playful bunny pets bring early Stem concepts to preschool learning through 100% screen-free coding. Children can code along with their new pets' storybook adventure, and help the hard-working Bopper and spunky Hip & Hop have a playtime they'll never forget! Each storybook coding challenge unfolds in the Coding Critters' fun playset-Can you code Bopper to grab her carrot, pull Hip in her cart, or push Hop on the fun log swing? In addition to following along with the storybook's… More »

2 years & up. Children explore geometric and engineering builds while developing their fine motor, spatial thinking, and problem solving skills through open-ended quality block play with this set of 28 unit blocks. Smooth-sanded rubberwood pieces encourage young builders to create buildings, bridges, and structures, stimulating young minds with an incomparable experience of traditional block play while providing hours of continuous play.

3 years & up. Children can show off their projects, examine up close and display their exhibits easily with this exploration table. There are four compartment areas with 2 acrylic sliding panels that cover fragile nature collections and two removable mirror reflection boxes that insert into each end of the display areas. Shelf storage is accessible from both sides of the table to allow easy access for additional supplies. 24"H x 47"L x 14"D. Accessories are not included. Clean… More »