Lego Engineering (St. Therese Wednesdays Session D 1:00-1:45 p.m.) PreK-4th

Year long ($50 enrollment fee)

This hands-on homeschool program is designed to introduce young learners to the exciting world of building and engineering. Through interactive activities, children will develop fine motor skills, creativity, problem-solving abilities, and an early understanding of engineering concepts—all while having fun with LEGOs.

Each class follows a structured yet flexible format that encourages curiosity and collaboration. The session includes a concept introduction, where an age-appropriate engineering principle is introduced using simple vocabulary such as “strong,” “tall,” “support,” “connect,” “hinge,” and “gear.” Real-world examples, pictures, or short videos help bring these ideas to life.

Next, children participate in a guided build challenge, working individually or in small groups to complete a specific task. Challenges may include building a bridge that can support a small toy car, designing the tallest stable tower, constructing a ramp to test how different designs affect speed, or creating a simple moving structure with wheels or hinges. Following the challenge, kids share their creations during show & tell, explaining their designs, discussing what worked well, and brainstorming possible improvements. The session may conclude with a period of free build and exploration, allowing children to apply what they’ve learned in their own creative way.

Throughout the class, children develop fine motor skills, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and STEM vocabulary, all while fostering creativity and teamwork. By blending structured learning with open-ended play, this class nurtures a love for building and early engineering concepts in a fun and engaging environment.

Required Materials: We will gladly accept donations of Legos for this class.

Instructor: TBA

*** Significant discounts are available for full-day enrollment and co-op families. ***
Contact Jenn MacDonald for questions (260) 445-3838.

St. Therese Catholic Church, 2304 Lower Huntington Rd., Fort Wayne, IN

* If a student has special needs, please contact the teacher to discuss any accommodations that might be made.

** All classes require online family registration and enrollment. Year-long classes carry a $50 yearly enrollment fee. This enrolls your student in the class for the entire year. There is no need to re-enroll for 2nd semester. The cost of the class is due no later than the first day of each semester in an envelope labeled with your student's name & the class name with cash or a check made out to the teacher. Registration and Enrollment Fees are non-refundable.