Learn more about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics with these fun STEM kits.
Think outside the blocks! K’NEX is a rod and connector building system that lets you build BIG and make it MOVE. A favorite of serious builders since 1992, K’NEX rods and connectors are proudly made in the USA. With over 430 awards and recognitions, the K’NEX product line has building toys specially designed for every age group and skill level.
The engineering field is dynamic, innovative, and constantly seeking the brightest minds. In Discover Engineering, get ready to cultivate the young engineers of tomorrow. Geared to bolster student literacy with rapidly evolving technology, this kit combines the latest research-based methods to get learners excited about STEM. While introducing the basic concepts of engineering, the activities in Discover Engineering foster student confidence, critical thinking, and other important 21st-century skills.
Learn how to code using the Sphero littleBits Code Kit. With this coding and electronics kit, students create games and make inventions while exploring programming and engineering concepts in the classroom. Snap together the easy-to-use building blocks and start inventing.
Watch and be amazed at what your music can do with the new Snap Circuits® LIGHT. Connect your iPhone® or other device and enjoy your music as the lights change to the beat. The strobe light with spinning patterns will amaze you with its visual effects.
KIBO is an easy and fun way to bring robotics and coding to your young learners and spark their interest in STEAM. This hands-on, screen-free robot kit for kids lets 4- to 7-year-olds create, design, decorate, and bring their own robot to life!
The Robins Library MakerSpace is open for use to active duty, military students, retired military, and DoD civilian personnel. Check out our dedicated page here!
The printer will be operated by library staff due to heated surfaces.
What can you print?
Whatever you can print in 5 hours and meets the guidelines for printer use. Please allow 3 to 4 weeks for prints to be completed. The library will allow up to 10 hours of printing per month per family.
Printing Hours:
The Robins Air Force Base Library 3D printers may be used only for lawful purposes.
What is an Ozobot?
Together with thousands of educators, Ozobot has redefined the role of robotics in school–going from STEM labs and supplemental programs to increasing engagement across all grades and subjects, including Math, English Language Arts, and more. Ozobot puts the A in STEAM with 2 Ways to Code–on screens with blocks and screen-free with colors–because STEM skills alone won’t prepare students for the jobs of the future. The company’s mission is to give all children the opportunity to go from consuming to creating with technology. For more information on Ozobot, please visit ozobot.com.
Ozobot Kits will be available for check out for 2 weeks.
There are currently 8 kits available, so if all items are currently checked out, we can put a hold for you until the Kit becomes available again.
If you need to charge the Ozobot, use an adaptor plug with the charging cable to begin charging.
Also, please ensure that there are 4 items total (1x Ozobot, 1x OzoSkin, 1x Charging Cable, and 1x case of Ozobot markers with 4 colored markers inside (Black, Blue, Green, and Red)) in the barcoded case when returning.
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Kits will be available for check out for 2 weeks.
We currently have a limited amount of kits available, so if all items are checked out, we can put a hold for you until the kit becomes available again.
Also, please ensure that all items are accounted for before returning. If a piece or part is missing, please alert the staff (robinsbaselibrary@gmail.com | 478-222-0774 | 478-926-2151). Thank you!
