Real World Subject Matter

A model of an actual rocket or building gives the lesson something to point at.

Mechanical Working Parts

Gears, hinges, and levers you can move make the principle visible, not abstract.

Sequenced, Stepwise Build

Following ordered steps to a working result teaches planning and patience.

Talking Points While Building

Stages of the build raise questions about how the real machine actually works.

Coding or Logic Element

Sets with an app or programming step add cause and effect a child can test.