Excellerations® STEM Magnetic Shapes Engineering Mats - Set of 10

These 18"Sq. clear, frosted grid mats, printed with easy-to-follow leveled diagrams, are designed exclusively for creating 2- and 3-D constructions with the Building Brilliance® Magnetic Shapes from Discount School Supply. Children will explore symmetry and patterning, create larger shapes from combinations of smaller shapes and build 3-D creations from existing diagrams. Great for developing early engineering skills in the classroom or homeschool setting by building according to plan. For a longer lifespan of your new mat set, wipe mats clean with a soft cloth and store them flat in the included storage portfolio. As an added bonus, we've included a color activity sheet with this guide. It provides examples showing basic information for helping children understand the spatial relationship of each shape and symmetry. For children ages 3 years and older.

• EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS: Children will explore symmetry and patterning, create larger shapes from combinations of smaller shapes and build 3-D creations from existing diagrams. Great for developing early engineering skills by building according to plan.
  
• COLORS AND SHAPES: Mats provide a plan to help children identify colors and shapes individually and use each shape to create patterns using the shape's orientation when placed on the grid.
  
• LIGHT TABLE ADDITION: Build on the floor or a light table to show our magnetic-shape colors in the most beautiful light. Great for use in the classroom or homeschool setting.
  
• ACTIVITY GUIDE INCLUDED: As an added bonus, we've included a color activity sheet with this guide. It provides examples showing basic information for helping children understand the spatial relationship of each shape and symmetry.
  
• LARGE SIZE: The set of 10 mats are easy to manipulate and provide ample space for children to build and create. Set includes: three 2-dimensionl designs, three 2-dimensional mandala designs, three 3-dimensional designs and one open grid.