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My Favorite Sparks

Scene Machines
Grade 3
+
Scene machines are automata - hand-powered mechanisms that use rotational motion to animate a scene. They’re made from systems of interconnected components that are made from axles, wheels and cams to make mechanical linkages.

Flying Machines
Grade K
+
Invent a wind-up flying machine that explores the transfer of potential to kinetic energy.


Straw Structures
Pre-K
+
Connect lines into shapes and forms to build a tower as tall as you! Explore lines, shapes and forms to build and rebuild structures by yourself or with partners!


Mazes
Grade 1
+
Build ramps and pathways for a ball to roll to its goal. Connect together for cooperative problem-solving in pairs or large teams. Grades 1 and up.

Monster Claws
Grade 4
+
Use pneumatic pistons, cylinders and a set of rebuildable components to make a claw that grabs!

Hypnotizers
Grade K
+
Draw colorful spirals with a spring-driven machine! Includes everything you need to quickly create hypnotic drawings - wind-up mechanism, foam holder and platform, marker and adhesive notes.

Linkages
Pre-K
+
Build moving creatures and mechanisms with systems of sturdy cardboard levers and pivots. Create animals that dance, fish that swim and other creatures that come to life!

Blendies
Pre-K
+
Explore symmetry and balance with a reconfigurable spinning top! Use included markers to optically “blend” secondary colors from patterns and color blocks.

Drawbots
Grade 2
+
Combine repositionable foam components, a spinning motorized weight and markers to create a whole new take on a vibrating drawing machine! Disassemble and build differently, or combine with a friend!

Electric Vehicles
Grade 4
+
Build an electric car that can zip and zoom! Assemble axles and bearings on an adjustable platform, using unique connectors and lightweight materials. Then, race!

Crankie Contraptions
Grade K
+
Tell an illustrated story with a screen-based machine! Assemble a folding frame, illustrate a story and roll out the sequence or narrative on a paper scroll “screen.”

Art Machines
Pre-K
+
Art Machines are kinetic art projects that combine simple machines to make an exciting and accessible moving project for all learners. Learners start by following a core build, then create their own unique versions.