STEM Lab

SmartLab Shape Builders!
   - K‑2 students explored geometric shapes hands-on using sticks, curves, and connectors
from the Learning Resources Geometric Shapes Building Set. They built towers, houses, and
imaginative creations while learning about sides, corners, and teamwork. Creativity and
problem-solving came alive as students shared their designs and stories!

Building Brainpower with Gravity Maze!
   - Our 3–5 students explored problem-solving and spatial reasoning with the Gravity Maze
in SmartLab! Using towers, grids, and marbles, students worked to create paths that would
guide the marble from start to finish. This hands-on activity encouraged critical thinking,
collaboration, and perseverance as students tested, revised, and refined their designs.
It was exciting to see learners experiment, predict outcomes, and celebrate their
successes while having fun with STEM concepts in action!

Creative Engineering with Kid K’nex!
   - Our 3–5 students put their engineering skills to work using Kid K’nex in SmartLab!
Students designed and built a variety of structures, from towers to vehicles, exploring
how pieces connect and support each other. This hands-on activity encouraged creativity,
problem-solving, and teamwork as students tested, adjusted, and shared their creations.
It was inspiring to see their imagination come to life while learning important STEM
concepts!

Exploring STEM with Pixie!
   - Our 3–5 students explored coding and design using Pixie in SmartLab! With this
hands-on tool, students created interactive stories, animations, and simple programs,
learning the basics of programming while experimenting with creativity and problem-solving.
They collaborated, tested their ideas, and refined their projects, discovering how logic
and imagination work together in STEM. It was exciting to see students confidently bring
their ideas to life through technology!