DIY STEM Car and Dinosaur Puzzle Set

What Students Will Learn

This hands-on construction kit introduces foundational STEM concepts through the engaging themes of vehicles and palaeontology. Students will explore basic mechanical principles such as gear systems, axle rotation, and structural stability while assembling a moving car and a dinosaur puzzle model. The set fosters problem-solving skills, fine motor development, and an understanding of how simple machines work. By following step-by-step instructions, learners build persistence and spatial reasoning, linking theoretical knowledge to tangible, functional outcomes.

Who It's For

Designed for students in Years 3 to 6, this set is ideal for STEM, Science, and Design and Technology lessons. It suits classroom activities, extension tasks, or lunchtime STEM clubs. The content is accessible for upper primary learners while offering enough challenge to engage early secondary students in introductory engineering concepts.

Australian Curriculum Links

This product supports multiple Australian Curriculum outcomes across Years 3–6:

• Digital Technologies: Explore how forces and motion are controlled by designed systems (ACTDEK010, ACTDEK013).
• Science: Investigate how forces such as pushes and pulls affect movement (ACSSU076, ACSSU117). Understand the role of energy in systems (ACSSU097).
• STEM F–10: Apply the engineering design process to create and test solutions (STEM skills and capabilities).

The set directly links to the Design and Technologies curriculum, where students generate, develop, and evaluate design ideas for functional products.

Coding Platform

No coding required. This set focuses on mechanical construction and hands-on experimentation, making it an excellent unplugged STEM activity that builds foundational engineering literacy without the need for digital devices or software.

What's in the Box

Each set includes all necessary components for constructing two distinct models: a DIY STEM car and a dinosaur puzzle. Contents include:

• Pre-cut wooden or plastic structural pieces
• Axles, wheels, and gear components
• Connecting screws, nuts, and tools
• Dinosaur puzzle pieces with interlocking design
• Step-by-step illustrated assembly guide
• Teacher notes with discussion prompts and extension ideas

All parts are reusable and designed for multiple builds, supporting repeated classroom use.

Classroom Setup & Requirements

This set is low-tech and requires no power or internet connection. Recommended for individual or pair work, with each student or group needing a clear desk space. Basic tools (e.g., small screwdriver) are included, but teachers may wish to have additional batteries if the car model includes a motor (check product variant). Lesson duration is approximately 45–60 minutes for assembly, with additional time for testing and modification. Storage in a labelled container is advised for long-term reuse.

Support & Warranty

All Stemology products come with a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. For support, replacement parts, or curriculum advice, contact us at admin@stemology.com.au. Our team is available to assist with classroom integration and technical queries.

Bulk & School Orders

We offer tiered bulk pricing for orders of 10+ sets, with further discounts for class sets (30+ units). Purchase orders are accepted from all Australian schools and educational institutions. To request a quote or place a bulk order, email admin@stemology.com.au with your school name and required quantity. Delivery is Australia-wide, with expedited options available for bulk orders.