Maker-STEAM Checkout Inventory 

• Keva Plank Set (2) 

Age Recommendation 

• PK-12th Grade 

Resources 

• Building Tutorials 

• Keva Education Page 

• Keva YouTube Channel 

Tips 

🧠 Getting Started

• Establish building rules – Emphasize gentle handling and no throwing or snapping planks.

• Use flat surfaces – Even tables or floors work best for stable structures.

🎯 Teaching Tips

• Start with simple builds – Introduce challenges like “build the tallest tower” or “make a square base.”

• Incorporate vocabulary – Use terms like balance, symmetry, cantilever, and structure during activities.

• Promote planning – Encourage sketching designs before building to develop design thinking.
  
  

🤝 Classroom Management

• Use small groups – Smaller teams helps keep builds focused and cooperative.

• Set cleanup expectations – Use trays, bins, or stacking areas for quick and organized storage.
  
  

🌟 Extension Ideas

• Integrate with subjects – Build historic landmarks (social studies), geometric shapes (math), or habitats (science).

• Create challenges – Try prompts like “build a bridge that spans 12 inches” or “design a domino chain reaction.”

Activities and Lessons 

• Keva Educators Guide 

• Projects with 20 planks or less