Linkages

Pre-K-5th

$122.00

Learners build

A moving linkage system that transforms one push or pull into coordinated mechanical motion.

Learners start by connecting bars, shapes, and fasteners into a linked mechanism, then test how each connection changes the path of motion.

From there, they can redesign it as a puppet, animal, waving character, grabber, hidden reveal, or practical moving invention.

Activity Time 30-45 min
Prep Time 5-10 min
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Educator Resources

Linkages Class Pack

Student-facing slides introduce the concepts, guide the activity, and help learners reflect on what changed. Educator materials support setup, pacing, discussion, and extensions so this can work in classrooms, libraries, homeschool groups, clubs, or makerspaces.

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Learners explore

Levers

Build moving parts that lift, push, pull, or open using levers.

Pivots

Explore turning points that let parts rotate, swing, and move.

Iteration

Test, change, and improve a design through multiple tries.

What's included

Choose a pack size to see how the component quantities change for one learner, a small group, or a full class.