What are Art Machines? They're kinetic creatures built of a system of levers and fulcra that come to life when their parts all move together!
This playful engineering set has ten individually packed, ready-to-build 1:1 kits for learners to make - and keep! It's perfect for small group classes, STEM activity stations, or make-and-take projects for special events.
It's a perfect 20- to 40-minute activity for grades K - 3, with extensions available in our educator guides. Art Machines are popular family engagement or multi-session experiences for PK / TK / K learners.
Learners design interactive sculptures that move using compound machines. By combining the principles of levers and fulcra with drawing, cutting, and attaching creature features, this project offers an engaging way to introduce design thinking and engineering concepts through creativity and independent problem-solving.
What's in the pack?
This pack includes ten individually packed kits in a reclosable bag, each containing
a special die-cut lever board
one 8-pack of colored fasteners
a chipboard rectangle
a colorful sticky strip sheet, and
a learner's build guide.
You’ll just need to provide drawing materials and scissors.
What do adults need to support?
Art Machines have an essential Playbook available via a QR code on the pack - quick start guides, standard alignments, slide decks, extensions and videos - so you can quickly prep and confidently play alongside your learners. Learn more in the For Educators section of the website!
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