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K3 ESM: Early Simple Machines
Kindergarten engineering foundations using LEGO Early Simple Machines and guided classroom discussion.
What students do
K3 ESM gives kindergarten students a clear bridge from playful building into real engineering ideas. Children investigate gears, levers, wheels, pulleys, force, and motion while practicing observation and clear explanations.
Key learning areas
- Simple machines
- Engineering vocabulary
- Prediction and testing
- Team listening and sharing
Example projects
- Gear trains
- Launchers and levers
- Moving playground machines
Good for
- Kindergarten students ready for more structure
- Children who love LEGO and mechanical movement
- Families preparing for elementary STEAM