BrickLAB Core Ultimate Kit for Grades 1-6

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BrickLAB Core (formerly BrickLAB Classroom).

BrickLAB Core seamlessly melds dynamic learning experiences with a multi-subject approach to STEAM enrichment. With reusable K-6 curriculum sets developed specifically to fit the needs of a wide range of learners and grade-specific standards, each kit includes three, one-hour lessons in Science, Math, Social Studies and the Language Arts for over 12 hours of hands-on engagement. Each unit hinges on collaborative learning as students put their creative thinking and problem-solving skills to the test. Expand new concepts, build upon existing knowledge and explore the secrets of STEM with BrickLAB Core.

BrickLAB Core 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. By marrying these bricks with an easy-to-follow curriculum, learners move through fast-paced activities as they engage in teamwork, critical thinking and creativity.

Each BrickLAB Core set comes with enough materials to keep up to 30 students engaged in exciting, diverse investigations of everything from habitats and spatial relationships to map building and storytelling. Through an experiential approach to STEM enrichment, inspiration from the Madeline Hunter Lesson Model and grade-specific alignment to national learning standards, BrickLAB Core reinforces knowledge through iterative discovery and turn-key engagement. Whether you’re incorporating the easy-to-follow modules or integrating the materials into existing semester plans, out-of-the-box, this kit is ready to put STEM directly into your learners’ hands.

Grades: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Students: Up to 30
Contact Hours: 12+ per grade level

Subject Targets:

Physical Science, Life Science, Earth Science, Math Connections, English Language Arts Connections, Social Studies / History Connections

Recommended Settings:

  • Classrooms

Each Activity Includes:

  • Intro Discussion & Activity
  • Step-By-Step Build Instructions
  • Independent Practice
  • Closing Discussion

Curriculum Topics:

Grade 1

Science:

  • Habitat
  • Light & Shadow
  • Seasons

Math:

  • Measuring with Bricks
  • Estimation
  • Spacial Relations

Social Studies:

  • Building a Community
  • Families
  • Maps

Literacy:

  • Snowman Rhyme
  • Bricktionary
  • Cupcake

Grade 2

Science:

  • Brick Flinger
  • Heat Absorption
  • Life Cycle of a Flower

Math:

  • Communicative Properties
  • More, Less or Equivalent
  • Neighborhood Datagraph

Social Studies:

  • Community Learners
  • Home, Near and Far
  • Your Neighborhood

Literacy:

  • Story Graph
  • Listen and Build
  • Punctuation Marks

Grade 3

Science:

  • Lifecycle of a Butterfly
  • Masters of Camouflage
  • Single Cell Organism

Math:

  • Combinations
  • Math Maze
  • Regrouping

Social Studies:

  • Factories Past and Present
  • Fire Station
  • Our Great Community

Literacy:

  • Storymapping
  • Descriptive Writing
  • Figurative Writing

 

Grade 4

Science:

  • Sources of Energy
  • Simple Machines
  • Solar System

Math:

  • Which is Heavier?
  • Lines and Angles
  • Polygons

Social Studies:

  • Flat State
  • Geographic Features
  • The Bartering System

Literacy:

  • Moral of the Story
  • Parts of a Speech
  • Persuasive Paragraph

Grade 5

Science:

  • Plate Techtonics
  • Habitats and Ecosystems
  • Earth's Core

Math:

  • Perimeter and Area
  • Graphing
  • Fractions

Social Studies:

  • Topographic Maps
  • Civil War Ships
  • Exploration

Literacy:

  • Cause and Effect
  • Language Patterns
  • Sentence Types

Grade 6

Science:

  • Earth's Gravity
  • Coefficient of Friction
  • Center of Gravity

Math:

  • Fractions
  • Story Problems
  • Volume

Social Studies:

  • Aqueduct
  • Resources
  • Lost Cities

Literacy:

  • Expository Writings
  • Genres
  • Plot Diagram

 

Reusability and Expansion:

Components

BrickLAB Core comes with all the supplies needed for 30 students to complete 12 one-hour activities:

  • Instructor Guide: 1 per grade level
  • Storage Tub: 2
  • BrickLAB Bricks: 6500+
  • Brick Separator: 1
  • Mesh Bag (for cleaning bricks): 1

Customer Quotes

“Great products...one of the best curriculum's out there, great help for teaching our video class”

- Christine R., Principal, Trinity Lutheran School, Kalispell, MT

“Screenwriting was awesome, our kids really loved these activities. It was also really nice to provide such a creative curriculum that addresses the standards in such a fun way.”

- Heather S., Director, After School, City of Fairfield, CA

“Having taught at the high school and college level, I was impressed with this curriculum. The materials and guidance were well put together and very thoughtful.”

- Michael L., Artist, Shea After School, Syracuse, NY

“This amazing program has enabled my students to comprehend the process of forensic science as well as the sophisticated vocabulary encompassed in the program's lessons.”

- Erica T., Freehold Public Schools, Freehold, NJ

“This is a well organized course that I would highly recommend to other programs.”

- Chad S., Teacher, School #18, Buffalo, NY

“The program is awesome! I’m doing it as part of an after school enrichment time. Our kids really enjoy the projects and it’s wonderful to use as everything is provided.”

- Karen S.,Teacher, Olympic Middle School, WA

“This is the perfect kind of activity for afterschool. It’s fun; students learn by getting involved. Everybody wants to be a part of it!”

- Kim L., Program Leader, Child and Adolescent Treatment Services, Buffalo NY

“They love it…it’s awesome. Kids are dying to get in it!”

- Audrey A., Teacher, Clifford Marshall Elementary School, Quincy, MA

“The Missing Money Mystery was very easy to follow. The children had such a great time at it, we even allowed our group to re-enact the entire mystery. This mystery was fantastic, and we are looking forward to our next exercise!”

- Jackie. J., Director/Detective, Hempstead P.A.L., Hempstead, NY

“The students were engaged and enjoyed the experiments. The story keeps the activities meaningful and provided an interested way to connect Florida Standards. The teacher’s manual was easy to follow and materials in the kits made it very convenient for set up. Overall, this is a great thing to do in afterschool and during the summer!”

- Betty C., Teacher, Genesis Center, Leesburg FL

“Playing with Percussion offers an exciting doorway to exploring percussion, communication skills and learning about different cultures.”

- Sheila K., Site Leader, Accord Corp, Youth Services Division, Belfast NY

“Our kids enjoyed making their own instruments, especially sanding. Playing all those grooves at the end was a lot of fun!”

- Nina P., Music teacher, Napa, CA

“The Cookie Jar Mystery was such a big hit at the middle school…which has been tough.”

- Charlie E., Teacher, Lexington County Schools, SC

“The Cookie Jar Mystery went really well, the kids talked about it for weeks. They were very excited and intrigued with the hands-on activities and I really enjoyed teaching it!”

- Brook T.,Teacher, Lincoln Middle Schools, TN
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