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Description / STEM Pathways Lab
STEM Pathways Lab
The STEM Pathways Lab supports Kid Spark’s Elementary (grades 2nd-5th) and Middle School (grades 6th-8th) Programs and covers a broad range of technologies and curriculum. Students get hands-on as they explore concepts in structural & mechanical engineering, applied mathematics, physics, rapid prototyping & 3D printing, and coding & robotics.
This lab is designed to accommodate students working collaboratively in teams of 2 - 4 students. As students progress through the supporting curriculum units, they will gain confidence in their ability to use technology to solve problems and create new inventions.
Resources for this lab include access to Kid Spark’s online curriculum library which includes unit overviews, teacher lesson plans, curriculum packets, student workbooks, video tutorials, unit assessments, and a 3D virtual parts library. This lab is supported by over 100 hours of curriculum.
Educators also have access to Kid Spark’s online Learning Management System which includes professional learning modules and educator resources.
Contents:
Engineering Materials-
A large assortment of over 390 engineering materials that support students as they learn new STEM concepts and apply their knowledge in creative and inventive ways. This lab includes the following components:
• Structural Building Components - to build strong objects & structures
• Articulating Components - to create and convert motion
• Robotics and Electronic Components - to add power and control
• Accessory Components - for aesthetics and other purposes
Spark:Bit Robotics Controller
A Micro:bit-based robotics controller that can be combined with sensors, motors, and other Kid Spark engineering materials to create interactive, robotics systems. Students with little to no coding experience start with simple drag and drop coding and can transition to text-based coding when they are ready.
• Supported by Microsoft’s MakeCode programming environment
• Compatible with Chromebook, MacOS, and Windows
• Can be used in programming and non-programming environments
Transparent Lid
Includes inventory & organization guide to easily locate and manage materials in the lab.
Curriculum Units Supported:
Grades 2-5:
- Kid Spark Basics
- Applied Mathematics
- Exploring Sensors
- Mechanisms & Movement
- Robotics & Coding 101
Grades 6-8:
- Kid Spark Basics
- Compound Machines
- Loops & Variables
- Simple Machines
- Rapid Prototyping & 3D Printing
- Integrated Engineering Challenges