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STEAM Builder Bin
STEAM Builder Bin
Engineering and creativity lead the way in this open-ended and all-inclusive kit! The STEAM Builder Bin can be used for a range of educational concepts – from design and construction to implementing the engineering design process. This kit is perfect for every learner of any ability. Included in the kit are gears, connectors, and other pieces, along with idea cards to prompt students' imaginations. The idea cards have three levels of difficulty and 15 different topics; the opportunities are endless!
Date Added 5/5/2022
Drone Maker Kit
Drone Maker Kit
Introducing the Drone Maker Kit by Pitsco Education. With the Drone Maker Kit, you are given a system for designing, building, and flying your own drone! This kit is customizable and enables students to work through the engineering design process to iterate their own drone design. This kit brings the ultimate level of engagement while also teaching the basics of engineering and aviation through drone flight. The sky is no longer the limit with drone technology!
Date Added 9/27/2022
Getting an early start with coding
Getting an early start with coding
Operation Breakthrough is a nationally accredited nonprofit that has served Kansas City since 1971. They are mission driven to provide hands-on learning experiences with supportive teacher interactions. From the earliest ages, students are offered a range of activities and focuses. Each new chance can spark curiosity and interest in fields they might not have otherwise considered. The classrooms are safe places to experiment, fail, and try again. Students are encouraged and coached. By using developmentally appropriate products like Bee-Bot and Blue-Bot, students are building mindset, skill set, and opportunity with each experience. From its inception to present day, Operation Breakthrough continues to break down barriers and champion kids. Their community partnerships and focused work provide enriching, high-quality STEM experiences early in life, giving all children the opportunity to achieve their full potential.
Date Added 3/14/2022
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Van de Graaff Generator - Crank Handle Tips
Van de Graaff Generator - Crank Handle Tips
Follow the steps outlined in this video for help with your Pitsco Van de Graaff Generator’s crank handle. Adding threadlock to the screw will help secure it and make the machine run more smoothly.
Date Added 4/22/2024
Van de Graaff Generator - Deburring the Gears
Van de Graaff Generator - Deburring the Gears
Follow the steps outlined in this video to debur the gears on your Pitsco Van de Graaff Generator as needed to help it run smoothly.
Date Added 4/22/2024
Van de Graaff Generator - Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Van de Graaff Generator - Troubleshooting and Maintenance
If you encounter performance issues with your Pitsco Van de Graaff Generator, follow this set of guidelines for troubleshooting tips and maintenance help.
Date Added 4/22/2024
SunPowered Student Challenge Trailer
SunPowered Student Challenge Trailer
In the SunPowered Student Challenge, high school students first learn the ins and outs of solar energy and then apply their skills in a culminating statewide competition. Learn more at https://www.pitsco.com/SunPowered-Challenge.
Date Added 3/25/2024
Hour of Engineering - Case Study: Math Class, St. David Catholic School
Hour of Engineering - Case Study: Math Class, St. David Catholic School
Hour of Engineering can be used successfully in any middle school classroom.
Date Added 2/14/2024
Hour of Engineering - Teacher Testimony
Hour of Engineering - Teacher Testimony
Teachers find it easy to get started using the Hour of Engineering in their classroom, even if they don't have an engineering background.
Date Added 2/14/2024
Hour of Engineering - Student Testimony
Hour of Engineering - Student Testimony
Students become engineers with the free Hour of Engineering digital content.
Date Added 2/14/2024
Meet KUBO
Meet KUBO
KUBO enables educators to introduce computer science in a fun and engaging way so students can learn to become creators, innovators, and designers of future technologies. Educators can customize their classroom experience with hands-on and digital KUBO solutions that can be used on their own or combined for blended learning.
Date Added 11/28/2023
Carly & Adam Read-Aloud STEM Packs
Carly & Adam Read-Aloud STEM Packs
Bring K-2 literacy lessons to life using Pitsco’s read-aloud STEM packs, developed in collaboration with educator duo Carly & Adam. Use each 10-pack’s activity guide and materials to do creativity and engineering challenges inspired by The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds, Not a Box by Antoinette Portis, or How to Code a Sandcastle by Josh Funk.
Date Added 10/5/2023