Strawbees

Tips 

• Strawbee connectors can be created using two different Accucut die cuts https://accucut.com/collections/strawbees 

• Dies work with best with Accucut machines which have a crank handle, however, they will work with Ellison die cut machines

• Create connectors using recycled material - milk cartons, butter tubs, cereal or frozen pizza boxes, or with poly sheets ($20/pack) https://accucut.com/products/polyethylene-sheets-for-strawbees

• Use either straight straws or bendable straws; be cautious to not purchase “heavy duty” or “milkshake straws” as the opening may be too large; you can allow students to cut the straws

• Strawbees also sell motors and connectors to micro:bits

Resources from Strawbees

• Getting Started

• Lesson Plans 

• Educator Resources

• Activities (some require the optional accessories such as the micro:bit, or Quirkbot)

• Strawbee Classroom - subscription based, 30 day free trial...uses the motor kit and micro:bits  Contact account manager for USA - thomas.aaby@strawbees.com for more information