There is nothing like the feeling of satisfaction that comes from building something with your own hands, and hardly anything that gives the same feeling while also being fun like Legos. A staple in many childhoods and adulthoods, Legos offer a variety of benefits beyond just being entertaining to build, such as fostering creativity and promoting problem solving skills. In adults, they are some of the best stress relievers, but in kids, it can also encourage cooperation and teamwork and increase spatial awareness. A very hands-on toy, Legos also provide an outlet for energetic kids to learn while also playing, making it increasingly common in the development of young minds. Because of the benefits, more and more schools are advocating for Legos to be introduced in the classroom, with robotics and engineering programs being the end result.
In an increasingly technological world, the necessity for robotics is multiplying. People with skills in engineering and robotics are in high demand, but until recently, the only way to get ahead of that curve was for special programs in high school or college. Nowadays, kids are starting earlier and earlier, with Legos being the attention grabber, similar to how trying different sports can allow children to pick one or two they really want to focus on. Kids with a recognized talent or interest in Legos and what they can do with them can quickly adapt to robotics and robotic kits, with those skilled enough being able to represent themselves and their school by entering lucrative competitions, putting them ahead of many robotic engineers when they were the same age. Brevard County School District in Florida want to capitalize on the interest in Legos and how they can benefit children by requesting a proposal for robot kits and classroom materials that can further their Lego education and offer the youth with more options for the future.
Everyone wants the best for the kids, and the best way to do that is by offering them as many opportunities to be successful as we can, and part of that means expanding on their interests as well. To find out more, click here. The bid closes August 6, 2024.