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LEGO! ANIMALS! ROBOTS!

Join us Saturday mornings in October as We-build Wild Animals out of LEGO Bricks.  This is a very structured program, but it's all completely hands on for the children.  They will learn:



  • Fine Motor Skills

  • How to follow written instructions

  • Understanding on how to "tether" a mechanism to a laptop

  • How to use a laptop mouse

  • Basic computer programming

  • How motion sensors work

  • The true meaning of partnership (working together).


 


This class is geared for children Ages 7-11

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Register at:  www.BrickPlayStudios.com


The program name is We Build Wild Animals (click on the calendar to register).

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Saturdays: 10/13, 10/20, 10/27


Time:  9:00am until 10:00am


Cost is only $45 for all 3 sessions!


These programs are based on the established LEGO® Education curriculum which aims to broaden your child’s understanding of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.Combining the art of LEGO® building with computer technology, your child will enjoy bringing their Alligator, Flying bird or Drumming Monkey to life while being introduced to robotics! Each week, they will build a mechanism that is then connected to a laptop for a rewarding, interactive experience. Children experience hands on building while gaining an introduction to robotics (laptops provided by Brick Play Studios).


This program will not only enrich your child from an educational perspective, but also reinforce teamwork.  Children work in pairs, using a “building buddy” system. This type of cooperative learning strengthens communication skills and also builds self-esteem.

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