Teachables - Engineering Discs - 192 pieces

The Teachables Engineering Construction Discs set is a versatile and engaging construction toy designed to inspire creativity and enhance engineering skills in children. This set includes 192 colourful discs in four vibrant colours, each measuring 9.5cm in diameter, allowing for the construction of an unlimited number of imaginative structures. The discs are designed to link together effortlessly, facilitating easy assembly and disassembly, which encourages experimentation and iterative design.:

Educational Benefits

• Enhances Fine Motor Skills: Manipulating the discs to connect and build structures aids in developing hand-eye coordination and dexterity.‹
• Promotes Problem-Solving Abilities: Designing stable and functional constructions encourages logical thinking and troubleshooting skills.‹
• Stimulates Creativity and Imagination: The open-ended nature of the discs allows children to explore various designs, fostering innovative thinking.‹
• Encourages Teamwork and Communication: Collaborative building projects enhance social interaction and language development as children plan and construct together.‹

Classroom Ideas

• STEM Challenges: Incorporate the discs into activities that explore concepts such as bridge building, weight distribution, and structural design.‹
• Creative Construction: Encourage students to build representations of real-world structures or invent new ones, integrating art and engineering principles.‹
• Collaborative Projects: Assign group tasks where students must work together to design and construct complex models, promoting teamwork and communication.‹
• Mathematical Exploration: Use the discs to teach geometric shapes, symmetry, and spatial relationships, enhancing mathematical understanding.‹

Safety & Information

• Ages: Suitable for children aged 3 years and up.‹
• Disc Dimensions: Each disc measures 9.5cm in diameter.‹
• Container Dimensions: 29cm (W) x 15.5cm (D) x 14cm (H).‹
• Materials: Made from durable, non-toxic plastic, ensuring safe and long-lasting use.‹
• Safety Information:
  • All pieces are large enough to prevent choking hazards, adhering to safety standards for young children.‹
  • The sturdy construction ensures components can withstand rigorous play without breaking.‹
  • Adult supervision is recommended to guide play and ensure appropriate use.