Tech Mobile equipment
Schools within our five-county service area have access to a shared library of specialty technology and equipment to create hands-on learning experiences for students in grades K-12. Check out equipment for free!
Maximum checkout length for all equipment is eight weeks. Some accessories/additional devices or consumables are not included. Carefully review the resource binders for each piece to learn more.
Small kits & devices
Beebots
Beebots
Ideal for K-2 students, these simple, programmable robots support understanding of basic algorithms. Set of 12 bots and accessories. Beebot resource binder >
Cozmo
Cozmo
Learn beginning programming with this interactive robot that uses facial recognition software to add to the experience. Set of six robots and 18 cubes. Devices not included. Cozmo resource binder >
Explorations
Explorations
Give K-2 students learning stations to explore and play. Choose from four STEM topics. Explorations resource binder >
Lab Quest, Probes, and Sensors
Lab Quest, Probes, and Sensors
Sensors, probes, and monitors on an array of topics for hands-on learning and experiments.
LEGO We Do 2.0 Sets
LEGO We Do 2.0 Sets
Hands-on coding kits that combine science, engineering, and technology for elementary students. Kindergarten and up. Set of 15. Devices not included. LEGO We Do 2.0 resource binder >
littleBits
littleBits
Intuitive snap together circuitry kits that introduce elementary students to the basics of electricity. Fourth grade and up. Set of 15. littleBits resource binder >
Magnetic Fishing Kit
Magnetic Fishing Kit
Kindergarten or first grade. Includes 12 sets of materials and magnetic fishing poles for exploration of magnetism.
OSMOs
OSMOs
Cross-curricular tablet games and accessories that combine tactile learning with technology. Kindergarten and up. Set of 15 and accessories. Devices included (set of 15). OSMOs resource binder >
PEET Kits
PEET Kits
Preparatory Electricity and Electronics Training kits to develop students' basic electronic skills. Eighth grade and up. Set of 15. PEET kit resource binder >
Snap Circuits
Snap Circuits
Snap together circuitry kits to create student inventions that light up, make sound, and more. Set of 15. Snap Circuits resource binder >
Spheros
Spheros
Robotic toys that support learning to code using light, movement, and color. For all ages. Set of 15 robots and accessories. Devices not included. Sphero resource binder >
Large equipment
3D Printer
Creates simple 3D models by printing layer by layer. Adequate ventilation required. Models available include Makerbot, Ultimaker, and UPrint SE Plus. Starter materials included.
Amatrol Trainers
Choose from an ACDC1 trainer (teaches the basics of AC and DC circuits) or a Pneumatics trainer (teaches the basics of pneumatic concepts).
CNC Plasma Cutter
Cuts metal and mild steel up to 3/4-inch thick. Eye protection and welding gloves, coat, and helmet required.
CNC Router
Cuts, hollows, and grooves wood, plastic, MDF, and more. Eye and hearing protection required.
Embroidery Machine
Creates patterns on textiles for gifts, clothing, and more. Not for use with thick or tough materials.
Indoor Hydroponics System
Plant, grow, and experiment using this indoor growing system. Models available include producer and lab systems by Reality Works.
Laser Engraver
Etches surface of almost any material. Eye protection, gloves, and proper ventilation required.
Explorations
Explorations are age-appropriate, task-based play using a station rotation model to explore a variety of subtopics. They are recommenced for grades K-4.
Coding & robotics
Explore coding and programming as the language of robotics and gaming. Click below to access exploration videos and resources.
Transportation & mechanics
Explore force, motion, design, mechanics, and careers through hands-on activities. Click below to access exploration videos and resources.
Energy & magnetism
Explore electricity, energy, and magnetism with hands-on activities that provoke creative thinking and problem-solving. Click below to access exploration videos.
Ready to get started?
For more information connect with your district's Tech Mobile Coach(es) or email techmobile@sourcewell-mn.gov.