45678 LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime Set

The LEGO Education SPIKE Prime Set is the go-to STEAM learning tool for grade 6-8 students. Combining colorful LEGO building elements, easy-to-use hardware, and an intuitive drag-and-drop coding language based on Scratch, SPIKE Prime continuously engages students through playful learning activities to think critically and solve complex problems, regardless of their learning level. From easy-entry projects to limitless creative design possibilities, SPIKE Prime helps students learn the essential STEAM and 21st century skills needed to become the innovative minds of tomorrow, while having fun!

The heart of the SPIKE Prime system is the programmable Hub. This advanced yet simple-to-use, brick-shaped device features 6 input/output ports, a 5x5 light matrix, Bluetooth connectivity, a speaker, a 6-axis gyro, and a rechargeable battery. The SPIKE Prime Set also includes highly accurate motors and sensors that, together with a large variety of colorful LEGO building elements, allow students to design and build fun robots, dynamic devices, and other interactive models. With many attachment points on the Hub, motors, and sensors, as well as new, large building elements, students spend less time building and more time learning.

The durable storage box and 2 sorting trays ensure that setting up and clearing away is kept to a minimum, while the smaller trays are ideal when desk space is limited. This thoughtful design allows for a seamless and efficient learning experience. The intuitive coding environment for tablets and computers takes the best elements from the popular coding language based on Scratch, creating a system that teachers and students will love. The user-friendly interface empowers students to unleash their creativity and problem-solving skills.

In addition to the Getting Started Material, the app comes with 3 unit plans of curriculum-aligned STEAM content focusing on Engineering and Computer Science. These comprehensive online lessons are designed for students in grades 6-8 and are optimized for 45-minute lessons. The units accelerate STEAM learning by consistently engaging students to think critically and solve complex problems, regardless of their learning level. With a strong emphasis on hands-on learning and real-world relevance, the SPIKE Prime Set equips students with the skills they need to thrive in the 21st century.

The SPIKE Prime solution brings together LEGO bricks, a programmable multi-port Hub, a coding language based on Scratch, and STEAM learning units to help students of all learning levels build confidence and critical thinking skills. From easy-entry lessons to limitless creative designs, SPIKE Prime engages students, regardless of their learning level, in thinking critically, analyzing data, and solving complex problems with real-world relevance. This comprehensive set offers an easy getting started experience, and most SPIKE Prime's standards-aligned lessons can be completed within a 45-minute class period, including building and coding.

To support teachers in implementing this powerful learning tool, LEGO Education provides teacher training, getting-started guides, and lesson plans. These resources ensure that educators have the necessary support to effectively integrate SPIKE Prime into their classrooms. By using the SPIKE Prime Set, teachers can help build students' confidence, strengthen their STEAM foundation, and set them up for success in their academic and future careers.

In conclusion, the LEGO Education SPIKE Prime Set is a dynamic and engaging STEAM learning tool that empowers students to think critically, solve complex problems, and develop essential 21st century skills. With its colorful LEGO building elements, user-friendly hardware, and intuitive coding language, SPIKE Prime offers a seamless and enjoyable learning experience for students in grades 6-8. Whether it's designing robots, building dynamic devices, or exploring limitless creative possibilities, SPIKE Prime sparks curiosity and fosters a love for learning. With comprehensive online lessons and support for teachers, this LEGO set is a valuable resource for educators looking to inspire and empower the innovative minds of tomorrow.