Klutz LEGO Gear Bots Activity Book and Bricks to Build 8 Machines

SKU
069041
ISBN
9781338603453
Grade 3-8
Teaching Method
Traditional
Teacher-centered curriculum commonly used in classrooms that may include a text, teacher manual, tests, etc.
Charlotte Mason
A methodology based on the work of a 19th century educator who maintained that children learn best from literature (Living Books), not textbooks.
Classical
A methodology based on the Latin Trivium (three stages of learning), including the grammar stage (memorization and facts), logic stage (critical thinking), and rhetoric stage (developing/defending ideas).
Unit Study
A thematic or topical approach centered around one topic that integrates multiple subject areas.
Montessori (Discovery)
A methodology based on the work of a 20th century educator that emphasizes student and sensory-driven discovery learning and real-life applications.
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Religious Content
Secular
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Neutral
Avoids religious or theoretical topics or presents multiple viewpoints without preference.
Christian/Religious
Faith-based or including instructional religious content.
Learning Modality
Auditory
Learns through listening, talking out loud or reading out loud.
Visual
Learns through seeing, prefers written instructions and visual materials.
Kinesthetic/Tactile (Hands-On)
Learns through moving, doing and touching.
Multi-Sensory
Curriculum that employ a variety of activities/components.
Presentation
Sequential
Curriculum progresses through well-defined learning objectives. Emphasizes mastery before moving to the next topic.
Spiral
Topics and concepts are repeated from level to level, adding more depth at each pass and connecting with review.
Conceptual/Topical
Focus is on the “why,” often with a unifying concept as well as specific skills; coverage may be broader.
Teacher Involvement
Low Teacher Involvement
Student-led materials; parent acts as a facilitator.
Medium Teacher Involvement
A mix of teacher-led time and independent student work.
High Teacher Involvement
Teacher-led lessons; may utilize discussions, hands-on activities and working together.
Additional Materials Required
No other materials needed
Everything you need is included.
Other Materials Required
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Consumable
Consumable
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Non-Consumable
Not designed to be written in; reusable.
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  • Make Learning Fun: LEGO Gear Bots makes learning STEM skills and concepts exciting through hands-on building and experimentation!
  • Build Fun Characters: Use LEGO elements and papercraft sheets to create characters such as an octopus DJ, yeti, pterodactyl, or your even own unique creation
  • Inspires Creativity: A 64-page illustrated book provides inspiration and guidance for building additional types of kinetic machines
Warning
Choking Hazard
  • Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
  • Toy contains a small ball. Not for children under 3 years.
Description

Use shafts, cranks, and wheels to create 8 manual bots, each showcasing a different and unique movement! The LEGO Gear Bots set from Klutz features super easy, step-by-step assembly instructions and all the building supplies you'll need for each model. Fold brightly colored paper sheets into quirky and fun robot bodies, or use foil, paint, and other home supplies to customize your own original character. If you want to have even more fun, this kit comes with an illustrated book that guides and inspires kids to build their own unique machines! The full set includes 62 LEGO pieces, 10 papercraft sheets, and an inspirational instruction manual. 64 pgs., pb.

Publisher's Description of Klutz LEGO Gear Bots Activity Book and Bricks to Build 8 Machines

Build S.T.E.M.-driven models, such as DJ Bubbles (an octopus spinning records), a pterodactyl, a yeti, and much more! Kinetic sculptures, or automata, are mechanically engineering toys that move when you crank the handle on the side. They move through a series of axles, cams, and cranks that work like the pistons in an engine. Each model includes a papercraft character that you fold and link with LEGO elements.

  • Build 8 physics-driven kinetic creatures using LEGO Technic bricks and papercraft
  • Includes every LEGO element you need!
  • S.T.E.M. content about axles, cams, cranks, engineering in everyday machines is included in the 64-page book, alongside the step-by-step instructions

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Product Format:Other
Brand:Klutz Press
Grades:3-8
ISBN:9781338603453
EAN/UPC:730767603458
Length in Inches:10
Width in Inches:10
Height in Inches:1.6875
Weight in Pounds:1.4
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