Qubits World Instructions

Cover Page with the words Qubits Building Set in white on a red background

Welcome page of the Qubits Building Set digital booklet, expressing congratulations for selecting the set for STEM and STEAM Makerspace Classrooms or Homeschool Bins, and encouraging browsing of photos for inspiration and instruction. An image of a classroom setting featuring a large tower constructed from black and white Qubits. The tree, standing against a blue wall with a bulletin board and a whiteboard, carries a sign that reads ‘Welcome to Qubits!’ in red letters. The background reveals a typical classroom environment with desks and chairs.
An image of a PDF booklet cover presenting colorful construction toys. The cover features two images of the toys, one with a blue and yellow design on a pink and purple base, and the other with a pink and purple design on a blue and yellow base. The background is light blue, and the cover text describes the booklet’s content, which includes customer-submitted photos, staff-assembled projects, and inspiration for using Qubits in a Makerspace/STEM/STEAM environment. With the text: This PDF presents photos submitted by our customers along with pics taken by our staff. These assembled projects will serve as inspiration. Qubits are perfect for the Maker space / STEM / STEAM environments You can bend Qubits, score them with cuts, modify them with clippers, attach . things to them with Hot Glue, secure them with Beads and strap them with Zip-Ties.

 

Qubits started as a US Patent for a modular building system. Similar in many ways to the Geodesic Dome patent by Buckminster Fuller. The Qubits patent number is printed on every piece. Can you Type that number into Google Search with the word PATENT. You can then read the actual United States Patent . Description: Advanced architectural designs focused on bridges. Qubits were also featured during the First Season of ABC Shark Tank. 1st version of Qubits were sold by Discovery Toys. We are currently producing and selling Qubits 2.0 Since then our toy has been adopted by over a thousand classrooms for use in their STEM - STEAM & Makerspace Labs. It is compatible with many subjects, Engineering, Architecture, Structures, Robotics, Biology, Geometry, and Math.
A collage of three images related to the Qubits toy construction set. The first image showcases the colorful plastic pieces of the set, designed for building various structures. The second image captures a child engrossed in play, sitting on the ground and creatively assembling a structure with the toy pieces. Qubits started as a US Patent for a modular building system. Similar in many ways to the Geodesic Dome patent by Buckminster Fuller. Brief history section in the Qubits Building Set booklet, explaining Qubits' origin as a US Patent for a modular building system. The text encourages finding the patent number on each piece and searching it online to access the actual United States Patent 7,036,277
A photo collage featuring three distinct configurations of colorful building Qubits. The first image displays a complex structure composed of Qubits in various colors, including red, blue, green, yellow, and orange, set against a white background. The second image showcases a similar structure, but with the addition of lights illuminating the Qubits. The third image presents a hexagonal structure made from the same colorful Qubits. Accompanying text describes the Open-Qubits® modular system, highlighting its versatility and the numerous positions and angles achievable through its snap connections.
Extracted Text: To build: Just align the triangles and insert the clips into the hexagon. ‚SNAP™ and you are done. The Bridge Piece snaps onto the Qubits like this. Qubits hold together best when the triangles are aligned properly. EASY TO BUILD! Description: Creative and geometrically complex structures made with Qubits."
2D Patterns Geometric Symmetry Description: Creative and geometrically complex symmetrical structures made with Qubits.
Geometric Patterns exist in Nature at many levels. At a microscopic scale you can see hexagons in snowflakes. Qubits can match those patterns. Play with patterns on a tabletop. How many different ones can you build? Image Description: Creative and geometrically complex structures made with Qubits mimic snowflakes..
Summertime fun. Image Description: Creative and geometrically complex structures made with Qubits float on the surface of a pool.
ALT Text: Symmetry is everywhere! Build each of the shapes shown on the instructions that came with Qubits. You can also invent your own symmetrical shapes. These Cub Scouts built a HURRICANE! Description: Creative and geometrically complex structures made with Qubits.
An image featuring three vibrant paper flowers crafted from construction paper and dot stickers. The flowers, in shades of pink, yellow, and orange, stand out against a blue background. Accompanying text at the bottom of the image reads ‘Springtime Artwork on a Classroom Bulletin Board,’ indicating the seasonal theme and educational context of the display.
A collage of three images showcasing the creative possibilities of Qubits, a toy construction set. The first image presents a design resembling a bottle rocket, crafted from orange and yellow Qubits blocks. The second image features a snowflake-like design made from white and blue Qubits blocks. The third image displays a 2D progression of triangles, constructed from multicolored Qubits blocks.
Hoops can be made with the following number of Qubits. 2,4,6,8,10,12,… This is a geometric sequence. Hoops are an important part of tubes and spheres. Sizes 2 thru 8 need to be secured with beads. HOOPS They Introduce Progression Description: Creative and geometrically complex structures made with Qubits.

 

Hoops work perfectly when building Bird Feeders and Houses. Hoops MESH with each other to create complex 3D geometry as shown by the many different types of great arc circles that Qubits can construct. Description: A collage of two images demonstrating the versatility of hoop-based construction. The left image features a bird feeder crafted from colorful hoops of varying sizes, hanging from a tree. The right image showcases a complex 3D geometry structure composed of interconnected orange hoops.
ALT Text: BIRD FEEDER PHOTOGRAPHY Extends STEM lessons into biology and technology. We use beads, not Glue. Image Description: The top left image showcases the assembled bird feeder, while the top right image captures the bird feeder hanging from a tree. The bottom left image provides a close-up view of the individual plastic pieces used in the construction of the bird feeder. The bottom right image presents a computer monitor displaying a photo of the bird feeder.
A collage of two images related to gardening with colorful hoops. The left image features a garden with seedlings, each surrounded by protective hoops in vibrant shades of yellow, orange, and pink. The right image captures a child holding a pink hoop, their face blurred for privacy against the backdrop of a grassy lawn.
ALT Text: Another 3D geometric shape that Qubits can create are Cylinders or Tubes. The tubes can sometimes be capped off making them Capsules . We have used tubes to create support structures for horticulture projects. Tomato plants, peas and Tubes Qubits Style Image Description: ‘Tubes Qubits Style’. The slide has a green background with the title displayed in white text. On the right side of the slide, there’s an image of a person standing next to a 3D geometric structure made of tubes. The tubes, in shades of blue, purple, and green, are arranged in a pyramid-like shape.
ALT Text: As you can see from this imprint in the snow, a Qubits tube is made from a repetitive pattern that is connected to itself. Tubes can be various sizes with various patterns. Go ahead and make a repetitive pattern and problem-solve a tube structure. Image Description: A photograph divided into two parts. On the left, an imprint of a Qubits tube structure is visible in the snow, showcasing the unique pattern of the toy. On the right, a child, whose face is blurred for privacy, is holding a Qubits tube structure made from a repetitive pattern.
ALT Text: Hoops make tubes. Tubes make Rovers. Meet KK, she is a Cancer Survivor Visit http://www.whippingchildhoodcancer.org/ Image Description: A collage of three images capturing a child’s interaction with colorful hoops and tubes. The first image features a girl in a vibrant dress, playing with blue and yellow hoops in a backyard setting. The second image provides a close-up view of pink and yellow tubes. The third image shows the same girl, now in a floral dress, engaging with the colorful tubes while seated on a black couch.
ALT Text: As outlined in the US Patent, Qubits are able to create spherical structures. If you create half a sphere, you get a DOME. If you create an elongated sphere it becomes a TUBE and a perfectly round Sphere makes a BALL which can spin, be tossed or tumbled down a hillside. Pets even like to explore Qubits shapes. Spheres are a speciality of Qubits Image Description: A captivating image featuring a black cat peeking out from behind a green wireframe sphere. The sphere, composed of interconnected lines, appears hollow and stands out against a solid light blue background. Accompanying text explains the concept of ‘spheres’ within the context of Qubits.
A collage of three images featuring dome-shaped bird feeders in various settings. The first image presents an orange dome-shaped bird feeder against a white background. The second image showcases a pink dome-shaped bird feeder with blurred figures in the background. The third image captures a black dome-shaped bird feeder with a squirrel perched on top, demonstrating its practical use.
ALT Text: Making a Sphere: There are many steps involved with making a sphere. Let's break it down. First notice the slight difference between the two Qubits. There are Qubits with (1) snap connector and there are Qubits with (2) snap connectors. Sort them into separate piles. Put the pile of single connectors to the side, we will use them last. Now count (10) Qubits and make a straight line with them. Image Description:A step-by-step guide on how to construct a sphere using Qubits. The guide is divided into four stages, each represented by an image. The first stage shows a collection of yellow and orange Qubits. The second stage illustrates the sorting of Qubits into two piles, one with single snap connectors and the other with double snap connectors. The third stage depicts the Qubits arranged into a circular formation. The final stage presents the completed sphere, skillfully assembled from the Qubits.
ALT Text: Carefully bend the straight line and connect it with itself. Remember the straight line must have 10 pieces. Now you will have made a hoop. The hoop is fragile because the snap connectors could pop open easily.That is why we will also add beads to lock the pieces together. Now connect three hoops at the RHOMBUS center to create a symmetrical lightweight sphere. This shape takes 30 Qubits. As you build the sphere will become more sturdy. That is an effect called structural redundancy. Image Description:This is an image of a geometric sphere constructed from snap connectors and straight lines. The connectors are colored in shades of red and orange, forming a rhombus pattern across the sphere. The sphere is displayed against a black background, resting on a white surface. There is text on the image providing instructions on how to construct the sphere, mentioning the use of 10 connectors for each straight line and the careful bending required to form the fragile hoops. The final step involves connecting three snaps to create a lightweight, symmetrical sphere.
ALT Text: “A colorful geometric sculpture made of Qubits.” Image Description: This is an image of a geometric sculpture constructed from Qubits. The sculpture is made up of orange, yellow, and red Qubits, forming a sphere with three intersecting hoops at the center. The sculpture is displayed against a white background, resting on a wooden table. The background consists of a blurred image of a building and trees. There is text on the image providing instructions on how to construct the sculpture, mentioning the use of 2 Qubits for each straight line and the careful infilling required to form the structure. The final step involves adding up to 12 Qubits to complete the sculpture, using a total of 42 Qubits.

 

ALT Text: “A large orange and yellow geometric sculpture made of Qubits.” Image Description: This is an image of a large geometric sculpture constructed from Qubits. The sculpture is made up of multiple hoops and connectors, creating a sphere-like shape. The Qubits are colored in shades of orange and yellow. The sculpture is displayed against a backdrop of a building, resting on a concrete surface. There is text on the image providing instructions on how to construct the sculpture, mentioning the use of 10 Qubits for each hoop, with a total of 60 Qubits used. The connectors don’t connect with each other, just the single connector Qubits.

 

ALT Text: “A collage of four photos of colorful spherical sculptures in different settings.” Image Description: This is a collage of four photos, each showcasing a colorful spherical sculpture in a unique setting. The sculptures are intricately made of wire, exhibiting various patterns and vibrant colors. The first photo captures a sculpture nestled in a garden blooming with yellow flowers. The second photo presents multiple sculptures adorning a sidewalk, with lush trees forming the backdrop. The third photo frames a sculpture against the serene backdrop of a beach and the vast ocean. The final photo features a sculpture placed on a brick pavement, with an architectural building serving as the background.
ALT Text: “A colorful sculpture made of small spheres and hoops.” Image Description: This is an image of a sculpture of a human form, with legs arms and head, made of small spheres and hoops. The sculpture is composed of blue, yellow, and orange spheres and hoops, creating a visually striking contrast. The sculpture is displayed against a white background, with a clock subtly present in the backdrop. The text on the image provides insights into the construction of the sculpture, mentioning the use of 60 Qubits Sphere and a 24 Qubits Sphere, and the challenges posed by the tight bend in the small Qubits.

 

ALT Text: “Image of an orange and blue scissor shape made from Qubits, with text explaining the shape’s significance.” Image Description: This image showcases an intriguing scissor shape constructed from Qubits, a type of building block. The shape is composed of two orange triangles and two blue rhombuses, creating a visually striking contrast. The text on the right side of the image provides insights into the construction and significance of this shape, mentioning that it is the most useful shape derived from two Qubits and is often referred to as the Scissor Shape due to its resemblance to a scissor when held in hand. The background features a gray surface with speckles.
ALT Text: “A photo of a black geometric shape and a colorful sphere made of Qubits.” Image Description: This image showcases a black geometric shape and a colorful sphere made of Qubits with locking beads. The geometric shape, resembling a net, is composed of interconnected triangles. The sphere is intricately crafted from Qubits, exhibiting various colors and patterns. The image is captured against a white background. The text on the image provides insights into the assembly of the scissor shapes into a continuous shape, mentioning that the pattern will transform into a 3D sphere, often referred to as a NET.
ALT Text: “Image of a Qubits Toolbox with colorful building pieces.” Image Description: This image showcases a Qubits Toolbox, a creative building toy featuring colorful pieces. The pieces come in various shapes and sizes, including circles, squares, and rectangles, and are colored in vibrant shades of red, blue, green, and yellow. The text on the image reads “You can build literally anything!”, indicating the limitless possibilities offered by this toolbox. A green circle is present on the left side of the image. The entire setup is displayed against a white background.
ALT Text: “Two images side by side. The left image shows a pair of pliers and a tube of glue next to a pile of large hole beads. The right image shows a pile of colorful zip ties.” Image Description: This is a composite image consisting of two separate photos placed side by side against a white background. The left photo displays a pair of pliers and a tube of glue positioned next to a pile of large hole beads, which are colored in shades of green, blue, and pink. The right photo showcases a pile of colorful zip ties, featuring vibrant hues of red, yellow, green, and blue.
ALT Text: “Image of a robotics kit with colorful geometric shapes and wires.” Image Description: This image showcases a robotics kit designed for building large models, making it suitable for classroom use. The kit features colorful geometric shapes and wires. It includes a green circle with the text “Robotics Qubits connect with Technology”, indicating the integration of technology with the Qubits. There’s also a black hexagon with the text “These holes and threading wires are perfect for small electronic projects”, suggesting its utility in electronics. A red square contains the text “Geometric Tips (Edge-to-Edge) join this ability allows you to build large models regular polyhedrons for the classroom”, highlighting its educational value. Lastly, a blue triangle with the text “Here is the Icosahedron” introduces one of the geometric shapes that can be built with this kit.
ALT Text: “A drone made from Qubits with a green light on top and red lights on the sides flying in the sky.” Image Description: This image showcases a drone constructed from Qubits, soaring in the sky. The drone is equipped with a green light on top and red lights on the sides, adding to its visibility. The backdrop features a clear blue sky dotted with clouds. The text on the image reads “Advanced projects such as drones, RC vehicles and robots can have their chassis built from Qubits”, indicating the versatile applications of Qubits in building advanced projects.
ALT Text: “A collage of three images showing a person holding a drone controller, a drone on a launchpad, and a drone in the air.” Image Description: This is a collage of three images. The first image captures a person skillfully holding a drone controller, ready to navigate the flight. The second image presents a drone poised on a launchpad, prepared for takeoff. The third image frames a drone soaring in the air, embarking on its flight. The images are accompanied by text that reads “Drone photography is an important STEM technology skill” and “Ready for takeoff”, emphasizing the significance of drone technology in STEM education and the excitement of launching a drone.
ALT Text: “A collage of three images of a drone made from colorful Qubits building pieces and a remote control.” Image Description: This is a collage of three images. The first image captures a drone constructed from colorful Qubits building blocks, with a remote control placed next to it. The drone is made from green, blue, yellow, and black Qubits building pieces, creating a triangular chassis that provides a vibrant contrast. The second image frames the drone in flight, showcasing its functionality. The third image presents the drone on a table, with a red and white Qubits building block structure resembling a tower or castle positioned next to it. The remote control is black with red and white buttons, complementing the color scheme of the drone.
ALT Text: “A collage of three images featuring a girl building a Qubits R/C car, a police car, and a Qubits R/C car on a table.” Image Description: This is a collage of three images. The first image captures a girl engrossed in building a Qubits R/C car. She is sitting on the ground, wearing a pink shirt and blue jeans. The second image presents a police car parked on the side of the road. The car is blue and white, with the word “POLICE” prominently displayed on the side. The third image showcases a Qubits R/C car placed on a table, with a television screen visible in the background.
ALT Text: “A child playing with a green Qubits rover toy in a grassy field.” Image Description: This image captures a child engrossed in playing with a green Qubits rover toy in a grassy field. The child’s face is blurred out for privacy reasons. The rover toy, made up of green and black blocks, features a distinctive green dome on top. The backdrop is a lush grassy field with trees visible in the distance. The image is accompanied by text that reads “Rovers and Vehicles: Gets the kids running in the outdoors. A complex project perfect for middle and high school students that they can share with lower grades. Kids are helping kids get motivated with STEM.”
ALT Text: “A collage of four images featuring a black and white photo of a tractor, a 3D model of a tractor, and two stages of a Qubits tractor.” Image Description: This is a collage of four images. The first image is a black and white photo capturing the rustic charm of a tractor. The second image presents a green and black 3D model of a tractor, showcasing its design details. The third image introduces the initial stage of a Qubits tractor, colored in green and black. The fourth image displays the completed Qubits tractor, demonstrating the successful assembly. The images are arranged in a grid with two images on the top row and two images on the bottom row.
ALT Text: “Image of Qubits toy rovers made from construction kits with text explaining how to build them.” Image Description: This image showcases three Qubits toy rovers constructed from construction kits. The Qubits rovers are colored in vibrant shades of red, yellow, and green. Each Qubits rover is built from a capsule and four wheels, as explained by the text on the image. It mentions that large rovers require four kits 400 pieces, while small rovers use only two kits 200 pieces. The Qubits rovers are displayed against a backdrop of a snowy landscape dotted with trees. They look sturdy and can be towed behind a running child.
ALT Text: “A collage of four images of children playing with colorful Qubits rovers in a park.” Image Description: This is a collage of four images capturing the joy of children playing with colorful Qubits rovers in a park. The rovers, made of plastic, come in various colors and sizes, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. The children are seen pulling the rovers with strings and running around with them, embodying the spirit of outdoor play. The text on the image reads “Rovers are extremely popular outdoors with kids of all ages. It a STEM Exercise!”, highlighting the popularity of these rovers among kids and their contribution to STEM learning.
ALT Text: “A Qubits water bottle rocket with a black and white design being held up by a person’s hand.” Image Description: This image showcases a Qubits water bottle rocket with a striking black and white design, held aloft by a person’s hand. The rocket, made from either a single or double water bottle, stands out against the backdrop of a lush green field dotted with trees. The text on the image reads “Qubits Water Bottle Rocket” and “Integrates with your aerodynamics”, indicating the integration of aerodynamic principles in its design. It also mentions that “Single bottle or even double bottles are possible”, highlighting the flexibility in the construction of these Qubits rockets.
ALT Text: “A collage of three images showcasing different designs made with Qubits, a construction toy.” Image Description: This is a collage of three images, each showcasing a unique design made with Qubits, a construction toy. The first image captures a sculpture that appears to be a OWL, made with purple, orange, and white pieces. The second image presents a bridge constructed with blue and black Qubits pieces. The third image frames a person in a blue suit testing the aerodynamics of a Qubits design in a wind tunnel, holding the design in front of a fan. It is floating in the air by itself and the person is holding a thumbs up!
ALT Text: “A collage of three images of geometric Qubits sculptures in different settings.” Image Description: This is a collage of three images, each showcasing a unique geometric sculpture. The first image captures two sculptures made of yellow and blue Qubits and spheres, located in a courtyard at a television station in Florida. The second image presents a sculpture made of red and white Qubits, seemingly floating in space. The third image frames a sculpture made of white Qubits with green Qubits leaves growing on it, situated in a room.
ALT Text: “A collage of three images showing a black and white Qubits Space Shuttle, a blue and orange Hot Wheels Launch made with Qubits, and a red, white and blue Qubits Flag” Image Description: This is a collage of three images, each showcasing a unique Qubits sculptures. The first image captures a black and white Qubits Space Shuttle positioned on a beige floor. The second image presents a blue and orange Qubits Hot Wheels Track launcher, also on a beige floor. The third image frames a red, white and blue Qubits American Flag. All prominent structures are made of plastic Qubits and have a toy-like appearance.
ALT Text: “A Qubits workbench with colorful geometric structures made from Qubits pieces.” Image Description: This image showcases a Qubits workbench featuring various colorful geometric structures made from Qubits pieces. The workbench is situated in a room with a pegboard wall, and a table laden with more Qubits pieces can be seen in the background. The structures, composed of Qubits pieces in various colors including blue, green, orange, purple, and red, include a large blue and purple sphere, a green and orange tower, and a red and purple arch. The photo is taken from an angle that offers a side view of the workbench and the table in the background.
ALT Text: “A collage of three images featuring a 2D Qubits Eiffel Tower framework, the real Eiffel Tower, and a group of people in colorful shirts.” Image Description: This is a collage of three images. The first image showcases a 2D Qubits Eiffel Tower placed on a wooden table, capturing the intricate details of this iconic structure. The second image presents a breathtaking view of the real Eiffel Tower in Paris, France, standing tall against the city’s skyline. The third image frames a group of young kids with blurred faces, all wearing colorful shirts, adding a vibrant touch to the collage.
ALT Text: “A group of children working together to build a bridge structure with colorful Qubits building blocks.” Image Description: This image captures a group of children working together to build a bridge structure with colorful Qubits building pieces. The children’s faces are blurred for privacy reasons. They are sitting at a table, with the building pieces scattered around them. The bridge structure they are constructing spans a 4" gap. The background features a white wall adorned with colorful graffiti. A green circle with white text reads “Team Building” and “The Classroom Set is good for working together this class built a bridge structure that spanned a 4” gap", highlighting the collaborative nature of the Qubits team building activity and its educational value.
ALT Text: A collage of three images from a Maker Faire event, featuring a logo with a red robot, a geometric sculpture made from green and yellow Qubits, and a group of children building with colorful Qubits. Image Description: This collage captures the essence of a Maker Faire event. The first image showcases the event’s logo, which is characterized by a playful red robot against a backdrop of blue text. The second image draws attention to a geometric sculpture, an intricate design crafted from green and yellow Qubits. The final image is a lively scene of children engaged in building with an array of colorful Qubits pieces. The background reveals a bustling environment within a white tent, hinting at the vibrant atmosphere of the event.

 

ALT Text: A collage of two photos showing children engaged in a team building activity with colorful Qubits building blocks. Image Description: This collage consists of two photos capturing the essence of a team building activity. The first photo features a child proudly holding a large structure made from colorful Qubits building pieces. The second photo depicts a group of children working together to construct a similar structure. The background of both photos reveals a classroom setting adorned with posters and other decorations, adding to the vibrant atmosphere. The Qubits building blocks, varying in colors and shapes, along with the engaged expressions on the children’s faces, highlight the collaborative nature of the activity.
ALT Text: A collage of three photos showing a group of students collaboratively building a 16-foot tall Qubits tower, and the tower being approved by the school principal. Image Description: This collage comprises three photos that capture a remarkable feat achieved by a group of students. The first photo showcases the students working in unison to construct a tall Qubits tower using white plastic pieces. The second photo reveals the completed tower, standing at an impressive height of 16 feet. This monumental structure was built by a 6th grade class over a span of three days. The final photo captures a moment of validation, with the school principal approving the towering achievement. The backdrop of these photos is a classroom setting with blue walls and tiled floors, adding to the educational ambiance.
ALT Text: A collage of three images showing children building a large pyramid-like structure with black and white Qubits building blocks. Image Description: This collage consists of three images that capture the process of children building a large structure using Qubits building blocks. The first image shows a group of children gathered around a table, engrossed in arranging black and white building blocks. The second image provides a close-up view of these unique blocks, which are designed as small triangular struts with connectors on each side, allowing for versatile construction possibilities. The third image showcases the final product - a tall, pyramid-like structure that stands as a testament to the children’s creativity and teamwork. A banner reading “Qubits” is proudly held up by the students in front of the structure, indicating the brand of the building blocks used in this engaging activity.
ALT Text: A collage of two images showing children building and posing next to a tall tower made of black and white alternating zig-zag pattern Qubits during a “Dr. Seuss Night Presentation and Celebration” event. Image Description: This collage consists of two images that capture a memorable moment from a “Dr. Seuss Night Presentation and Celebration” event. The left image shows a group of children, dressed in red and blue shirts, standing around a tall tower constructed from black and white Qubits pieces. There must be over a thousand pieces. The right image features the same group of children posing proudly next to their 16 ft tall towering creation, with a sign that reads “Dr. Seuss Night Presentation and Celebration” adding context to the scene. The background reveals a school cafeteria setting with tables and chairs, further emphasizing the educational context of this engaging activity.
ALT Text: A screenshot of a webpage from DonorsChoose.org showcasing examples of Qubits STEM projects chosen by teachers. Image Description: This screenshot captures a webpage from DonorsChoose.org that features examples of Qubits STEM projects selected by teachers. The webpage, set against a white background with black text, displays six distinct project examples, each accompanied by an image and a brief description. The projects bear intriguing titles such as “Distress Over Indoor Recess”, “STEM Innovation Through Imaginative Play”, “Makerspace Mania”, “Mini Makers - Fuel Their Engineering”, “Building Qubits STEM Skills Through Play-Based Learning”, and “Our Space for Collaboration”. At the top of the page, there’s a call to action encouraging teachers to visit DonorsChoose.org to initiate their own Classroom Donors Choose Project.
ALT Text: A collage of three images showing colorful Qubits geometric construction toys in different configurations, including a green base with a wire basket filled with colorful fruit, a pile of construction pieces, and a rainbow-colored construction toy. Image Description: This collage consists of three images that showcase the versatility of colorful Qubits geometric construction toys. The first image features a green base with a wire basket filled with vibrant fruit, hinting at the potential for creative play with color matching exercises. The second image presents a pile of colorful construction pieces scattered on a white background, inviting imaginative constructions. The third image displays a rainbow-colored Qubits construction toy on a white background, accompanied by text that reads “Rainbow Colors allow for Color Theory experiments. The 500 piece Qubits Classroom Kit is designed to fit a 10 gallon Tub.” This statement suggests the educational value of these toys, as they can be used for color theory experiments and fit into a typical classroom tub designed for easy storage.
ALT Text: A collage of three images showing children playing with colorful Qubits pieces on a floor, and arranging them to form letters A to Z, numbers 1 to 9, and the year “2017”. Image Description: This collage consists of three images that capture the joy of learning through play. The first image features children engrossed in playing with colorful Qubits pieces on a carpeted floor. The second image showcases the educational potential of these blocks, as they are arranged to form the letters A to Z and the numbers 1 to 9 on a tiled floor. The third image further demonstrates this potential, with the Qubits arranged to form the year “2017”. The Qubits pieces come in various vibrant colors such as red, yellow, green, blue, and pink, adding to the visual appeal.
ALT Text: A collage of three images showing sculptures made from Qubits Building Pieces, including a pink cake-shaped sculpture with a girl sitting on top, a green frog and lizard sculpture, and a white pyramid sculpture with a red and blue bird on top. Image Description: This collage consists of three images that showcase the creative use of Qubits Building Pieces in art. The first image features a pink cake-shaped sculpture, complete with a girl sitting on top, bringing a whimsical charm to the piece. The second image presents a green frog and a green lizard sculpture, demonstrating the versatility of Qubits Building Pieces in capturing the essence of nature. The third image displays a white pyramid sculpture adorned with a red and blue bird perched on top, adding a touch of color to the monochromatic structure. All sculptures appear to be ingeniously crafted from Qubits Building Pieces.
ALT Text: A collage of two images showing colorful Qubits toys hanging on a peg board and attached to a Qubits wall. Image Description: This collage consists of two images that showcase the storage of Qubits toys. The first image features a peg board with colorful Qubits toys hanging on it, creating a vibrant display. The second image presents a Qubits wall, which is a standard peg board with colorful Qubits toys attached to it, demonstrating an organized and efficient storage method. The accompanying text reads “At the end of a long day, the Qubits go up on the wall. Safe and secure,” highlighting the ease of cleanup and storage for these toys.
An image containing a thank you note and information on educational decisions, suggestions for design projects, developments in geometry by Qubits, a reference to Archimedes, and contact information for Qubits Toy, Inc.

CCSS

The Common Core State Standards (CCSS) are a set of educational benchmarks in the United States that detail what K-12 students should know in English language arts and mathematics at the end of each grade. While the Qubits Toy is primarily a tool for teaching and learning in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) areas, it can potentially align with various Common Core standards, particularly in mathematics and practices of scientific investigation and engineering design.

Here are some Common Core items that could potentially be satisfied through educational activities with Qubits Toy:

  1. Mathematics Standards:

    • Counting & Cardinality (K): Understanding numbers, counting, and the relationship between numbers and quantities.
    • Operations & Algebraic Thinking (Grades 1-5): Represent and solve problems involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
    • Number & Operations in Base Ten (Grades K-5): Use place value understanding and properties of operations to perform multi-digit arithmetic.
    • Measurement & Data (K-5): Represent and interpret data; understand concepts of angle and measure angles.
    • Geometry (K-8): Analyze, compare, create, and compose shapes. Understand the properties of shapes and the structure of space.

  2. Mathematical Practice Standards:

    • Make sense of problems and persevere in solving them: Students can use Qubits to model real-world problems and think through solutions.
    • Reason abstractly and quantitatively: Working with Qubits requires understanding the abstract properties of shapes and how they can be combined.
    • Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others: Students can explain their Qubits constructions and the mathematical reasoning behind them.
    • Model with mathematics: Qubits can be used to model geometric concepts and relationships.
    • Use appropriate tools strategically: Qubits are a physical tool that can be used to explore mathematical concepts.
    • Attend to precision: Building with Qubits requires precision to ensure structures are stable and symmetrical.
    • Look for and make use of structure: Understanding the structure of Qubits pieces can lead to more complex and efficient designs.
    • Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning: Students can recognize patterns in their constructions and use that knowledge to solve problems.

  3. Science & Engineering Practices:

    • Asking questions and defining problems: What can be built with Qubits? How can certain structures be created?
    • Developing and using models: Use Qubits to build models of molecules, cells, or architectural structures.
    • Planning and carrying out investigations: Experiment with different Qubits configurations to test stability and function.
    • Analyzing and interpreting data: Compare the strength and functionality of different Qubits constructions.
    • Using mathematics and computational thinking: Apply geometric and mathematical concepts to Qubits designs.
    • Constructing explanations and designing solutions: Use Qubits to solve problems or demonstrate scientific principles.
    • Engaging in argument from evidence: Discuss why certain Qubits structures work or don't work.
    • Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information: Share findings and designs made with Qubits.

For a more detailed mapping of Qubits Toy to the Common Core standards, it would be necessary to look at specific activities and lessons that are designed using Qubits. Teachers and educators often create lesson plans that outline how a toy or tool like Qubits can be used to meet specific educational standards.