Young Engineers Mobile STEM Lab
Supplemental Lab
Young Engineers Mobile STEM Lab
The Young Engineers Mobile STEM Lab can be paired with the ROK Blocks Lab for the Elementary School (PK-5) STEM Program. This combo supports additional mechanical and structural engineering while deferring programmable robotics coding to middle school.
The Young Engineers Lab goes beyond a one-time-use STEM kit: it supports regular, ongoing, and deep exploration of engineering and robotics, all without requiring a computer or any programming. Lessons introduce students to the design and engineering cycle, the six simple machines, mechanisms, mechanical structural engineering, applied mathematics, CAD and 3D printing, and robotic movement. These lessons build students’ confidence to practice engineering concepts while preparing them for future studies of programmable robotic systems.
Resources for this lab include access to the Kid Spark STEM curriculum and online teacher STEM learning library, teacher lessons plans, student curriculum packets & workbooks, and a digital 3D parts library.
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The Kid Spark curriculum follows the NGSS Three Dimensions of Science Learning: Crosscutting Concepts, Science and Engineering Practices, and Disciplinary Core Ideas
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One STEM lab serves 4 students
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Multiple STEM kits can be stacked on a single rolling base
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Ideal for extending an elementary engineering program to explore remote control robotics, movement, simple & compound machines without introducing coding
Less than 5% of the materials in any lab will need to be replaced at the end of a school year.
Supports these learning phases:
Applications in Design & Engineering
Systems of Technology
STEM Fundamentals
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| Class Size | Labs | Rolling Bases |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | 4 | 2 |
| 24 | 6 | 3 |
| 32 | 8 | 4 |
Each lab serves 4 students
Stack up to 2 per rolling base
| Mobile STEM Lab Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 19”x17”x13” |
| Shipping Dimensions | 20”x18”x20” |
| Rolling Base Specifications | |
| Dimensions | 19"x18"x8" |
STEM concepts are all around us
Why do we roll a heavy load up a ramp instead of climbing stairs? How does a fragile looking construction crane lift heavy loads to build a skyscraper? How can we lift a car with a tiny screw jack to change a tire? The STEM lessons and design projects in Young Engineers give students deep insight into how the manufactured world works.
The ROK Reactor Challenge
This fast-paced challenge puts students' design and engineering skills to the test. Using their knowledge of simple machines, they work in small teams to race against the clock to create custom compound machines. The challenge promotes creative thinking, problem-solving, innovation and invention, and an applied learning experience for all STEM program students.
Fun with robots
How do you get kids excited about robotics and computer science? Start with a remote. The Young Engineers Lab contains an easy-to-use remote-controlled robot that makes it fun to study motorized mechanisms and machines.
Rapid prototyping and 3D printing
Students are fascinated by the ability of a 3D printer to rapidly manufacture prototype parts, but it can be tough for teachers to find meaningful CAD/rapid prototyping projects that also fit busy class schedules. With Kid Spark, students are able to complete projects quickly and get a feel for how real product engineering is done. Includes access to an online 3D library.
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