How is Bricks4Kidz Different from Other Programs?

 

At Bricks Kidz, we learn, we build, and we play with LEGO® Bricks!

We use LEGO® products to provide a fun,hands-on learning and building experience foon STEM concepts. So how is Bricks 4 Kidz (B4K) different from other LEGO® programs?  

  • B4K has its own proprietary “Project Kits.” These B4K kits consist of specific LEGO® Bricks and Technic elements in specific quantities, and specially sorted.
  • B4K has its own proprietary “Model Plans.” B4K Model Plans are NOT the equivalent to LEGO® instruction manuals that you buy at the store.
  • You cannot purchase B4K kits or model plans at a store or online.
  • B4K offers a variety of programs, including After-School Enrichment Classes, In-School Workshops, Camps, Birthday Parties, Kidz Night Out, and Pre-School Classes.
  • All of the B4K programs mentioned above are available year-round, and can be modified to fit the particular needs of different schools, institutions, community organizations, or other locations.
  • Because B4K instructors teach year-round, they are able to consistently offer a variety of fun and educational programs to fit parents’ needs and children’s desires. • B4K curriculum ranges on a “Fun-to-Learning” spectrum.
    • This means some programs are geared more toward creative free-build and involve exciting pop-culture themed models and activities. Other programs are more learning-intensive, offering a more educationally focused experience that incorporates concept of STEM and architecture. • B4K is a franchise organization.
    • B4K franchises are located in over 35 countries around the world. o B4K corporate offers full-time, on-going support to all B4K franchises. o The curriculum is uniform for all B4K franchises, with flexibility to allow franchises to adapt programs to meet the desires of each location’s customers: parents, schools, and most importantly…the children! o All B4K franchises undergo extensive training before operating independently. o B4K corporate is motivated by the passion to teach children and make learning fun! The success of B4K as a whole depends on the success of each franchise. Excellent teamwork and support enables B4K to continue to grow each year, giving more and more children opportunities to learn concepts of STEM and have a blast building and playing with LEGO®! • B4K has been teaching architecture and engineering to children since 2008.
    • The same students continue to participate in B4K programs year after year.

The B4K curriculum remains fun and fresh, incorporating themes that are kidfavorites. Some popular themes are Minecraft®, Super Heroes, Angry Birds®, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, to name a few.

  • The B4K curriculum also incorporates concepts of STEM (Science Technology Engineering & Math), and utilizes proprietary STEM math and science worksheets.

Two models/lessons per unit have math and science worksheets with corresponding Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for math, and Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) for science. • B4K offers an extensive and flexible curriculum.

  • Currently over 25 themed units with 6 models and lessons each. That’s over 150 models and lessons!
  • Lessons can be presented in a flexible manner to be grade-appropriate. o Instructors can adapt their lesson presentation to meet differing time-frames and educational focus points.
  • The goal of B4K is to provide a learning experience for children that encourages critical thinking, creativity, organizational skills, problem-solving, and teamwork.
  • B4K offers advanced Robotics models and computer programming for children ages 9+, using LEGO® Mindstorms® EV3 software.
  • B4K offers junior Robotics models and computer programming using LEGO® Education WeDo software.
  • B4K has the resources to support the brand in order to offer more and more children our exciting and educational programs each year.
  • B4K programs are taught with a variety of learning styles in mind. Most classes will meet many recognized learning styles:
    • Verbal/Linguistic: engaging in discussions; reading aloud o Logical/Mathematical: understanding underlying principles; math skills o Visual/Spatial: envisioning projects while building; recognizing sizes of pieces without having to measure
    • Musical/Audio: listening to lesson presentation; music at parties and camps o Bodily/Kinesthetic: moving around during creative free build time o Intrapersonal: understanding yourself (i.e. your building capabilities, your knowledge of lesson subject, etc.)
    • Interpersonal: understanding others by working collaboratively with a partner or team

Bricks 4 Kidz® Corporate Office 

Eugene Blair,  [email protected],   1-734-748-6039

 

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