Arckit & AlphaBEST - 600 Schools & 35,000 Students
We are overjoyed to announce an exciting new collaboration between Arckit and AlphaBEST Education, set to inspire the next generation of architects, innovators and curious thinkers! Starting March 10th, Arckit’s hands-on architectural building blocks will begin to be rolled out in all 600 AlphaBEST schools across the U.S., bringing a world of creativity and learning to over 35,000 children.
The Power of Hands-On Learning
AlphaBEST https://www.alphabest.org/ has long been a leader in providing before and afterschool programs that offer expanded learning opportunities through their discovery-filled and highly educational environments. Their unique approach to learning is designed to encourage curiosity, imagination and critical thinking.
Now, with Arckit’s innovative architectural kits, children in AlphaBEST schools will have the chance to explore the fundamentals of architecture in a fun and interactive way. Arckit’s hands-on building blocks allow students to create architectural models of buildings and cities while learning about design, structure and space. It also opens the door to key STEM & STEAM concepts that will foster a deeper understanding of how these principles apply to real-world building projects.
New Lesson Plans for Tomorrow's Creators
As part of this collaboration, Arckit and AlphaBEST have developed a series of exciting new lesson plans designed to spark creativity and build wonder-filled environments for young explorers to learn by doing. These lesson plans will help children engage with architecture in a way that is both educational and fun, encouraging them to think critically and explore new ideas.
Incorporating STEAM into their learning, children will grasp concepts like scale, measurement and volumes while building models and experimenting with different structures. Whether building a model of a school, a park, or even an entire city, students will have the opportunity to design, create and problem-solve as they learn the core concepts of architecture and urban planning. The tactile nature of Arckit’s system makes it the perfect tool for young learners to experiment, learn from trial and error and engage in collaborative group projects that foster teamwork and creativity.
Additionally, students will be introduced to smart home design and energy efficiency concepts, such as the use of solar energy and eco-friendly materials. These lessons will empower children to think about the future of sustainable living and how they can create energy-efficient homes and buildings.
Igniting Curiosity and Building a Foundation for the Future
At Arckit, we believe that the architects and innovators of tomorrow are shaped by the experiences and learning they engage with today. By bringing Arckit’s architectural building blocks into AlphaBEST’s afterschool programs, we are providing children with the opportunity to explore their creativity and build the skills they need for the future—one block at a time.
What’s Next?
We are excited to see the impact that Arckit and AlphaBEST will have in classrooms across the country. With the launch of this collaboration, children will have access to the tools they need to build a brighter, more creative future. Stay tuned for more updates as we roll out this partnership and help children explore architecture, engineering, design and the world of STEM and STEAM in the most fun and interactive way possible!
If you are interested in Arckit for your school, makerspace, library or homeschooling, please get in touch at info@arckit.com