What is LEGO® Education Science?

According to LEGO® Foundation research, 9 out of 10 teachers say play-based learning increases students’ engagement and helps them develop crucial skills like teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking.

The all-new LEGO® Education Science kits take that idea and run with it! Designed for different age groups, these hands-on learning kits turn the classroom into an interactive science playground. With three tailored options—a 5+ kit for early learners, an 8+ kit for deeper scientific discovery, and an 11+ kit for advanced experiments—LEGO Education Science makes science exciting, accessible, and age-appropriate for students at every stage.

Eager to find out how the LEGO® Education Science can boost participation and prepare students for future challenges? Let’s jump in and explore!

The Origins of LEGO Education Science

LEGO® has been a classroom favourite for years, but mostly as a sidekick to traditional learning—until now. After recognising the urgent need for more hands-on science education, LEGO® Education set out to create a solution that not only engaged students but also empowered teachers, regardless of their science background.

They knew that many educators lacked formal training in science, making it difficult to teach complex concepts with confidence. So, they focused on designing a kit that was intuitive, easy to implement, and rich in guided resources—helping teachers bring science to life in any classroom.

With significant time, creativity, and collaboration with experts, LEGO Education built a kit that bridges the gap between theory and practice, ensuring science is exciting, accessible, and achievable for all students, no matter their skill level.

Why LEGO Education went all-in on science

LEGO Education didn’t take a small step into science—they went all-in! This bold move came after listening closely to teachers and students, uncovering some big challenges in science education that needed immediate attention.

One of the biggest issues they uncovered? Many students viewed science as one of their least favourite subjects, often calling it "too hard" or expressing a lack of confidence in their abilities. This problem was particularly pronounced among girls, with 58% reporting lower engagement in STEM subjects compared to their male peers, highlighting a clear gap in interest and participation.

Teachers also faced their own struggles. Many educators, for example, lacked a formal background in science, making it incredibly difficult to teach the subject effectively. Without the right resources or training, even the most enthusiastic teachers found it challenging to explain complex concepts in clear and engaging ways.

Determined to tackle these challenges, LEGO Education embarked on a comprehensive development process. Over five years, they teamed up with educators, scientists and learning experts to create a hands-on science kit for classrooms everywhere. They carefully crafted the kits, tested them in schools, and fine-tuned them based on extensive feedback to ensure they were engaging, user-friendly, and effective.

The result? LEGO Education Science kits that turn ordinary lessons into interactive experiences, making science fun, inspiring, and approachable for every student!

What's in the LEGO Education Science Kits?

The LEGO Education Science Kit is packed with everything you need to bring science to life in the classroom! Inside, you'll find a range of LEGO® bricks and hardware, including motors, sensors, and connection cards, to create hands-on models that illustrate key scientific concepts.

LEGO® Education Science Kits cater to different age groups, ensuring an engaging experience at every stage of learning. The 5+ kit (277 pieces) is designed for younger learners starting their science journey, the 8+ kit (335 pieces) builds on foundational concepts for upper primary students, and the 11+ kit (424 pieces) challenges older students with more advanced experiments. Each kit also comes with 40 ready-to-use teaching lessons available through the Teacher Portal, making it easier than ever for educators to bring hands-on science into the classroom.

The benefits of LEGO Education Science for teachers

LEGO Education has reimagined science learning with kits that are not only fun but also address the real challenges teachers face in the classroom. This isn’t just another tool—it’s a game-changer designed to make your life easier and your classroom more exciting and engaging! With features that simplify teaching and bring excitement to learning, let’s take a look at how it works:

1. Supports core science concepts

LEGO® Education Science fits right into the school science curriculum, covering some key topics, including:

• Forces and motion: Students build vehicles and experiment with different designs to see how they impact speed, direction, and movement. By adjusting the weight, shape, and layout of their models, students can directly observe how force affects motion. This is a great way to make Newton’s laws of motion tangible and fun.
  
  
• Energy and electricity: Students create basic electrical circuits, using motors, lights, and switches. This allows them to understand how electricity flows and how energy is used in real-life applications.
  
  For example, they can design a model where they use a motor to power a moving object, learning about electrical energy and how it’s transformed into kinetic energy.
  
  
• Matter and its interactions: The kit comes with a variety of LEGO® pieces made from different materials that students can play around with to see how matter works in the real world. They can dive into concepts like states of matter, chemical reactions, and how materials behave in different conditions.
  
  For instance, students could build a model to show how temperature makes materials expand or contract or even create something that demonstrates how substances dissolve in liquids.
  
  
• Earth and space sciences: Students can build models of the solar system using LEGO® pieces, which helps them understand how planets orbit and the role of gravity in the universe. They can also simulate lunar phases or construct simple models of weather systems, all while learning important concepts about space, the Earth’s atmosphere, and gravity.

2. Teacher Portal

To make the most of the LEGO® Education Science Kit, take advantage of the teacher resources available through the LEGO® Education Teacher Portal. With these resources, you can get the best from every lesson, saving time on preparation and making your teaching experience much more efficient.

• Detailed lesson guides: Each lesson is paired with a detailed, easy-to-follow guide that outlines objectives, materials, and activity steps. With these plans aligned to national science standards, you can feel confident in covering key concepts.
  
  
• Interactive Presentations: Ready-to-use presentations are available to help introduce each topic in an engaging way. These slides offer visual aids and key points to reinforce the lesson, making it easier for students to grasp new concepts.
  
  
• Assessment tools: The kit also comes with tools to help you track student progress as you go. These resources are perfect for spotting where students might need a little extra help, so you can tweak your lessons to focus on those areas.

3. Built for group learning

One of the best things about LEGO Education Science is how it’s made for teamwork. Up to four students can jump in and work together on the same activity, which makes it fantastic for group learning. This setup doesn’t just keep everyone engaged—it gets kids talking, sharing ideas, and working through problems as a team.

As a teacher, you’ll appreciate how the kits make it easy for students to work as a team, whether they’re designing, building, testing, or evaluating a project. This setup not only makes learning more dynamic and fun but it also helps students develop key skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving—skills that are essential in today’s world. And all of this happens while they’re having a blast with hands-on science experiments!

4. Device-free learning

Unlike other tech-heavy educational tools, the LEGO Education Science Kit is all about device-free learning. This means teachers don’t have to worry about managing screen time, dealing with software updates, or troubleshooting compatibility issues. Instead, the focus is entirely on hands-on exploration and experimentation.

For example, students can build models, conduct experiments, and solve problems without needing a computer or tablet to guide them. This allows for a more interactive, engaging experience that keeps students focused on the science, not the technology.

5.RFID cards for interaction

Rather than relying on screens, the LEGO Education Science kits use RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) cards to guide the learning process. These cards are colour-coded to help students connect abstract scientific concepts with visual cues, making learning more intuitive.

To illustrate, when students scan a card with a specific colour, it activates a related activity or experiment, guiding them through key science concepts. This colour-coded system makes it super easy for students to explore the material, turning abstract ideas into something more tangible and easier to understand.

6.Extended battery life

LEGO® understands that classroom activities can be non-stop, so they’ve made sure the kit has an extended battery life. This means teachers can run multiple lessons without the constant need to recharge. For instance, a teacher can start a morning session, continue into an afternoon activity, and still have plenty of battery left for the next day!

Transform your classroom into an interactive science playground!

LEGO Education Science isn't just a science teaching tool—it empowers teachers to create an interactive, hands-on learning environment that engages students and brings science to life!

Combining education with fun, this kit helps students develop creativity, problem-solving skills, and teamwork, all while preparing them to face real-world challenges and think outside the box in today’s ever-changing world.

While LEGO® Education Science won’t be available until August 2025, you can preorder now and be among the first to bring this engaging, hands-on learning experience to your classroom. Discover the full collection of LEGO® Education tools at CD-Soft and set your students up for unforgettable learning adventures.