Extinguish lackluster learning with more than 350 pages of STEM-inspired activities in Pitsco’s 2009 Big Book catalog.

Top among these is the TETRIXTM Robotic Design System. This tough robotic building system – shown braving fires on the catalog’s cover – was created for the FIRST Tech Challenge. But TETRIX is flexible enough to use with a remote control and other electronics. With heavy-duty aluminum structural parts and strong motors, students can create powerful robots.

Nanotechnology is all the rage, and the Big Book offers ways to help students understand this tiny technology. The new Nanotechnology Floating Magnet Set brings the self-assembly process to life, and the Nanotechnology Structure Set familiarizes students with the structure of carbon nanotubes. Several books and a Discovery School program can be added to round out a nanotechnology unit.

Pitsco expanded its dragster line with gravity-powered pine cars – a great way to bring physics into the classroom. These pine car blanks and accessories make it easy to introduce this classic project. In the area of curriculum, four new Contextual Engineering Teacher’s Guides were added: Sustainable Energy, Environmental, Mechanical, and Aerospace Engineering.

The catalog features many more products in the areas of Dragsters, Aerospace, Sustainable Energy, Structures, Physical Science, Engineering, and Math. Request a free copy of the 2009 Big Book catalog or call 800-835-0686.

Note to media: Visit Pitsco online or contact Communications Manager Tom Farmer. High-resolution images of the Big Book catalog are available upon request.

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