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BrickLAB Tech

Price: 1,295 USD

Grade Level:Ultimate Set (K-4)

Ultimate Set (K-4)

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

4th Grade

Program:Complete Program (Bricks + Curriculum)

Complete Program (Bricks + Curriculum)

Curriculum Print & Digital

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Student Growth and Creativity!

Housing 12, two-hour units, BrickLAB Tech (formerly BrickLAB After-School) combines the power of collaborative learning with the art of engineering design in an exploration of society’s leading technologies. Expand your learners’ creative thinking and problem-solving skills with captivating, hands-on STEM projects that dive into iterative engineering challenges, survey the history of the world’s industries and build an understanding of technology’s ethical effects on the environment and society. As the perfect addition to any program seeking to add a diverse range of projects and learning avenues, BrickLAB Tech is reusable, easily integrated and primed to invigorate your space.

BrickLAB Tech utilizes the PCS Edventures' signature BrickLAB Brick, a STEM manipulative specifically designed to provide students of all ages with a platform for creative and innovative thinking. As a complete learning set, out of the box, BrickLAB Tech provides opportunities for authentic discovery and collaboration, all while promoting technological literacy. Whether instructors are implementing the easy-to-follow modules or integrating the materials into their own semester plans, this kit accommodates a variety of learning styles and student levels.

The BrickLAB Tech curriculum comes in five different grade levels (K-4), with enough supplies to instruct up to 30 students at once. With over 24 contact hours in every package, each two-hour unit challenges your learners to investigate STEM through manipulative-based learning. If they’re brainstorming and improving pollution solutions or engaging with the science behind manufactured goods and medical technology, take your students on a STEMventure today with BrickLAB Tech.

Grades: K, 1, 2, 3, 4
Students: Up to 30
Contact Hours: 24+ per grade level

Subject Targets:

Technology, Engineering Design

Reusability and Expansion:

100% Reusable: BrickLAB bricks are 100% reusable. Just clean and reuse again and again.
BrickLAB Program Expansion: Already have PCS Edventures BrickLAB bricks? You can easily expand your program by adding new BrickLAB curriculum titles.

Settings & Tech Requirements

Recommended Settings:

Out-of-School Time Programs

Tech Requirements:

None

Curriculum Topics

Each Activity Includes:

Intro Discussion
Step-By-Step Build Instructions
Engineering Challenge
Real World Extension
Small Group Extension
Written Activity
Assessment
Final Class Challenge

Curriculum Topics:

Kindergarten

Human-Made Tools & Natural Objects
Materials & Build Plans
Scientific Technology
Helpful & Harmful Tools
Pollution & Recycling
Human Wants & Needs
History of Shelters & Lights
Creativity & Design
Problem Solving
Design Process
Directions & Symbols
Everyday Products

Grade 1

Human-Made Tools & Natural Objects
Human-Made & Natural Systems
Pollution & Recycling
Human Wants & Needs
History of Buildings
Inquiry & Communication
Observation & Troubleshooting
Brainstorming & Improving Solutions
Safety & Symbols
Solar & Wind Energy
Manufactured Goods
Construction Technology

Grade 2

Human-Made Tools & Natural Objects
Materials & Build Plans
Helpful & Harmful Technology
Human Wants & Needs
History of Farming & Fishing
Inquiry & Communication
Problem Solving & Engineering Design
Brainstorming & Improving Solutions
Data Collection & Safety
Gravity & Energy Conservation
Manufactured Goods
Construction Technology

Grade 3

Simple Machines & Ancient Cultures
Problem Solving & Constraints
Scientific Technology
Helpful & Harmful Technology
Compost & Energy Efficiency
Product Demand & Marketing
History of Tools & Boats
Engineering Design Process
Brainstorming & Modeling
Innovation & Inquiry
Problem Solving
Medical Technology

Grade 4

Innovation's Impact on Society
Measurements & Parameters
Science & Integrated Technology
Clean Water
Directions & Maps
Design Trade-Offs
Medical Technology
Agricultural Technology
Electricity & Nuclear Power
Symbols & Codes
Transportation Technology
Manufactured Goods

Professional Development

Product Orientation:

Half-hour free webinar orientation for purchases of $500+
One-hour free webinar orientation for purchases of $1000+
Additional training available for purchase

Materials

Complete Program Includes:

BrickLAB Tech comes with all the supplies needed for 30 students to complete 24 hours of activities:

Instructor Guide: 1 per grade level
BrickLAB Bricks: 6500+
Brick Separator: 1
Mesh Bag (for cleaning bricks): 1
Storage Tubs: 2
Access to the Digital Resource Portal

Curriculum Print & Digital Includes:

Instructor Guide: 1 per grade level
Access to the Digital Resource Portal

Standards & Alignment

In the foreword of their document Standards for Technological Literacy, the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA) describes the need for up and coming generations to
have an understanding and appreciation of technology. The ITEEA wrote “we are a nation increasingly dependent on technology. Yet, in spite of this dependence, U.S. society is largely ignorant of the history and fundamental nature of the technology that sustains it. The result is a public that is disengaged from decisions that are helping share its technological future,” (2007). In response to this apparent need for technological literacy in today’s society, The PCS Edventures BrickLAB After-School set was developed specifically around the standards laid out by the ITEEA.

The ITEEA began with a broad definition of what technology is: “technology is how people modify the natural world to suit their own purposes.” From there, they developed a set of age-appropriate standards, which outline what concepts should be instilled to develop a sense of technological understanding as students progress. Additionally, it is apparent that there is a vast difference between what technology education entails versus educational technology. Many schools utilize technology in education, but fail to dive into the origins of technology and how it developed with the human race and continues to evolve with us into the future.

In response to this publication and its findings, PCS Edventures decided to develop a curriculum series which directly addressed the concerns laid out by the ITEEA. The BrickLAB Tech series starts with the scope of technology which leads to understanding the effects on the environment and the impact on society. From there, the series dives into various industries which utilize a variety of technologies such as engineering, energy, manufacturing, construction and more. With engaging activities, BrickLAB Tech instills a deep understanding of the world of technology!

About the Author

PCS Edventures Development Team:

PCS Edventures programs are crafted by educators, for educators. Our development team includes educators, curriculum specialists, writers and artists from all backgrounds. Together, we create programs that close learning gaps, promote equity, meet educational standards, support social-emotional learning, explore real-world careers and instill a life-long love of STEM in learners worldwide!

With decades of combined experience in classrooms, summer camps, after-school programs and so much more, your learning environment is in great hands.

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The products listed on our website contain materials that may be discontinued by our vendors without notice. Lead times to receive materials from our vendors may extend significantly due to a variety of factors. A sales representative will contact you within 48 hours if your order has been impacted by these issues or any other reason.

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Partial Fulfillment

PCS Edventures products are designed to be ready-to-use and accessible for any educator. This often requires some components to be sourced from third-party vendors. Occasionally, this may cause delays in order fulfillment.

In such cases, orders may be partially fulfilled to meet deadlines. A PCS Edventures representative will contact you if your order is subject to partial fulfillment. After the initial shipment, any delayed components will be shipped to you as soon as possible.

Return Policy

To return a product, you must first obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization ("RMA") number from PCS Edventures. To receive an RMA number, contact PCS Edventures at (800) 429-3110 within fifteen (15) business days of receipt of your product(s). Returned items must be received by PCS Edventures within thirty (30) calendar days after issuance of the RMA number or the return right will be forfeited and the RMA number becomes null and void.

All returned items must be returned postage prepaid and insured by you, in original packaging, in "as-shipped" condition, unopened and with all parts, accessories, and written materials included.

PCS Edventures may charge a restocking fee for returned items of up to thirty percent (30%), depending on circumstances. There may also be a product damage or missing-item fee in an amount determined by PCS Edventures for any product that is damaged, or is missing the original box, contents, accessories, and/or manuals (i.e., any product not in "as-shipped" condition).

These fees will apply unless the item was defective or damaged when shipped, you received the wrong item, or the fee is prohibited by law.

If you paid by credit card, you authorize PCS Edventures to debit your credit card for the amount of any fees required by PCS Edventures pursuant to this Return Policy.

PCS Edventures Warranty Information

1. LIMITED WARRANTY. PCS guarantees our products with a 30-day limited warranty against material or workmanship defects and will accept any defective item for refund or exchange. Unused or defective merchandise may be returned within 30 days after purchase for an exchange. THIS IS THE ONLY GUARANTEE OR WARRANTY BEING OFFERED BY PCS RELATING TO THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES YOU PURCHASE OR RECEIVE FROM PCS. PCS MAKES NO OTHER, AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL, REPRESENTATIONS, WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, WHETHER IN WRITING, IMPLIED, OR STATUTORY, INCLUDING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR ANY WARRANTY ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR USAGE OF TRADE. EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE COVERED BY THE LIMITED WARRANTY, PRODUCTS AND SERVICES PROVIDED BY PCS ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND BY PCS. Manufacturers of non-PCS branded products may provide other warranties. Warranty claims for non-PCS branded products will be handled by their respective manufacturers.

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