FIRST® LEGO® League Explore is a global STEM and robotics programme for girls and boys aged 7 to 12.
"Welcome to FIRST® LEGO® League on ChangeX. FIRST® LEGO® League Explore is designed for 7-12 year-olds and helps young people to develop critical STEM skills. This guide provides an overview of what's involved in getting the programme up and running in your school or community group." - Niamh Gregory, FIRST® LEGO® League Explore Coordinator, Creative Hut Ireland
The programme can be completed during curriculum time in 1 lesson per week, but is flexible and can be adapted to suit your timetable.
Register for your Class Pack with Creative Hut Ireland
As you work through your 30 Day Challenge on ChangeX, you can go ahead and register officially with Creative Hut Ireland.
Your Explore Class Pack provides enough equipment for 30 children to take part. You will also have the opportunity to purchase Top Up packs if they wish to deliver the programme with more children.
Purchase 5 x LEGO® Education SPIKE Essential sets from Creative Hut Ireland.
You will also need access to compatible digital devices to download and run the free SPIKE App programming software.
Browse the full set of Creative Hut Explore Resources which also includes links to resources from FIRST, LEGO and the IET.
When you receive your Explore Class Pack, read through Team Meeting Guide. Combined with the tips and suggestions in your welcome email, you'll have all the information you need to prepare your equipment and plan your first session with the teams.
Now you're ready to go with your very first session. Keep working through the Team Meeting Guide and remember to check the resources on the Creative Hut website to make sure you have all you need.
