Tiny Tech Explorations
Early technology explorations introduce simple tools and problem‑solving concepts through hands‑on activities.
Description : Focusing on early technology and problem‑solving, this course introduces simple tools and basic engineering principles. Through guided exploration and creative challenges, young learners begin to understand how technology can solve everyday problems.
Category : Science
Age : 5+
Difficulty Level : Normal
Curriculum :
Module 1: Discovering Technology Basics
Section 1: What Is Technology?
- Lesson 1: Meet Technology
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 1 Meet Technology
- Lesson 2: Technology in Our World
- Module 1, Section 1, Lesson 2 Technology in Our World
Section 2: Tools That Help Us
- Lesson 1: Understanding Everyday Tools
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 1 Understanding Everyday Tools
- Lesson 2: Simple Machines Around Us
- Module 1, Section 2, Lesson 2 Simple Machines Around Us
Section 3: Being Safe with Technology
- Lesson 1: Technology and Safety Rules
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 1 Technology and Safety Rules
- Lesson 2: How to Use Tools Carefully
- Module 1, Section 3, Lesson 2 How to Use Tools Carefully
Section 4: Exploring Gadgets and Devices
- Lesson 1: What Is a Gadget?
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 1 What Is a Gadget?
- Lesson 2: Everyday Devices in Action
- Module 1, Section 4, Lesson 2 Everyday Devices in Action
Section 5: Technology and Our World
- Lesson 1: How Technology Helps People
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 1 How Technology Helps People
- Lesson 2: Changing Our Lives with Simple Tech
- Module 1, Section 5, Lesson 2 Changing Our Lives with Simple Tech
Module 2: Exploring Simple Machines and Tools
Section 1: Introduction to Simple Machines
- Lesson 1: What Are Simple Machines?
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 1 What Are Simple Machines?
- Lesson 2: Types of Simple Machines
- Module 2, Section 1, Lesson 2 Types of Simple Machines
Section 2: Levers and Inclined Planes
- Lesson 1: How a Lever Works
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 1 How a Lever Works
- Lesson 2: Exploring Inclined Planes
- Module 2, Section 2, Lesson 2 Exploring Inclined Planes
Section 3: Wheels, Axles, and Pulleys
- Lesson 1: Understanding Wheels and Axles
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 1 Understanding Wheels and Axles
- Lesson 2: The Magic of Pulleys
- Module 2, Section 3, Lesson 2 The Magic of Pulleys
Section 4: Tools We Use for Building
- Lesson 1: Simple Hand Tools
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 1 Simple Hand Tools
- Lesson 2: Recognizing Tools in the Home
- Module 2, Section 4, Lesson 2 Recognizing Tools in the Home
Section 5: Fun Experiments with Machines
- Lesson 1: Building a Simple Machine Model
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 1 Building a Simple Machine Model
- Lesson 2: Exploring Movement and Force
- Module 2, Section 5, Lesson 2 Exploring Movement and Force
Module 3: Basic Engineering Concepts
Section 1: What Is Engineering?
- Lesson 1: Introduction to Engineering
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 1 Introduction to Engineering
- Lesson 2: How Engineers Solve Problems
- Module 3, Section 1, Lesson 2 How Engineers Solve Problems
Section 2: Building Blocks of Engineering
- Lesson 1: Materials and Their Uses
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 1 Materials and Their Uses
- Lesson 2: Simple Building Techniques
- Module 3, Section 2, Lesson 2 Simple Building Techniques
Section 3: Problem-Solving Skills
- Lesson 1: Identifying Everyday Problems
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 1 Identifying Everyday Problems
- Lesson 2: Simple Solutions for Big Ideas
- Module 3, Section 3, Lesson 2 Simple Solutions for Big Ideas
Section 4: Experimenting with Structures
- Lesson 1: Basic Structures with Blocks
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 1 Basic Structures with Blocks
- Lesson 2: Hands-on Building Challenge
- Module 3, Section 4, Lesson 2 Hands-on Building Challenge
Section 5: Introducing the Engineering Design Process
- Lesson 1: What Is the Design Process?
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 1 What Is the Design Process?
- Lesson 2: Creating Simple Prototypes
- Module 3, Section 5, Lesson 2 Creating Simple Prototypes
Module 4: Creative Problem Solving with Technology
Section 1: Observing and Questioning
- Lesson 1: Looking Closely at Our World
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 1 Looking Closely at Our World
- Lesson 2: Asking Questions About How Things Work
- Module 4, Section 1, Lesson 2 Asking Questions About How Things Work
Section 2: Brainstorming Ideas
- Lesson 1: Fun Ways to Think of New Solutions
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 1 Fun Ways to Think of New Solutions
- Lesson 2: Drawing and Telling Your Ideas
- Module 4, Section 2, Lesson 2 Drawing and Telling Your Ideas
Section 3: Testing Our Ideas
- Lesson 1: Simple Tests and Trials
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 1 Simple Tests and Trials
- Lesson 2: Learning from Experimenting
- Module 4, Section 3, Lesson 2 Learning from Experimenting
Section 4: Making Improvements
- Lesson 1: Changing Our Ideas for the Better
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 1 Changing Our Ideas for the Better
- Lesson 2: Celebrating Small Successes
- Module 4, Section 4, Lesson 2 Celebrating Small Successes
Section 5: Sharing Our Solutions
- Lesson 1: Telling a Story with Your Invention
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 1 Telling a Story with Your Invention
- Lesson 2: Working Together and Learning from Each Other
- Module 4, Section 5, Lesson 2 Working Together and Learning from Each Other
Module 5: Building and Inventing
Section 1: Getting Started with Construction
- Lesson 1: Exploring Materials for Building
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 1 Exploring Materials for Building
- Lesson 2: Safe Ways to Build and Create
- Module 5, Section 1, Lesson 2 Safe Ways to Build and Create
Section 2: Hands-On Building Projects
- Lesson 1: Simple Projects with Blocks and Bricks
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 1 Simple Projects with Blocks and Bricks
- Lesson 2: Making a Mini Model
- Module 5, Section 2, Lesson 2 Making a Mini Model
Section 3: Inventing Everyday Helpers
- Lesson 1: How Can We Make Life Easier?
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 1 How Can We Make Life Easier?
- Lesson 2: Creating a Handy Gadget
- Module 5, Section 3, Lesson 2 Creating a Handy Gadget
Section 4: Playful Projects and Challenges
- Lesson 1: Building a Rube Goldberg Machine
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 1 Building a Rube Goldberg Machine
- Lesson 2: Creative Challenges with Everyday Objects
- Module 5, Section 4, Lesson 2 Creative Challenges with Everyday Objects
Section 5: Showcasing Our Inventions
- Lesson 1: Preparing a Mini Exhibition
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 1 Preparing a Mini Exhibition
- Lesson 2: Presenting Our Inventions to Friends and Family
- Module 5, Section 5, Lesson 2 Presenting Our Inventions to Friends and Family