It’s never too early to discover STEM
Through exploratory research, hands-on construction, teamwork, imagination, and fun with LEGO elements, the FIRST® LEGO® League Explore program challenges teams of up to six kids to explore a real-world scientific concept, then build a motorized model and develop a Show Me Poster to illustrate their journey of discovery. Throughout the season, adult coaches provide guidance and inspiration.
Grades 2-4; ages 6-10. We are looking for students who are ready to take on team-based learning and doing, able to grasp new ideas, and can engage in building an interesting and informative LEGO model and Show Me Poster. Willingness to work on a team is a must.
Parents participate, too – as coaches, mentors, and team support staff. We also depend on parents to volunteer at FIRST Washington tournaments (FLL, FTC, and FRC) in our area.
Follow the links below for more background information on the program. you can receive periodic announcements about this program and others (such as when teams start forming) by asking to be added to the “Program Announcements” mailing list.
Express your interest in joining the team formation process.
Press this button to see ARBC’s coaching guidance.
National program dates
- May – mid-April: Teams register with FIRST
- Early August: FIRST releases Challenge (global)
- All year: Local and Official Expositions
- December: ARBC hosts a local Exposition for Fall teams
- May: ARBC hosts a local Exposition for Spring teams
National resources (2023-2024)
In the MASTERPIECE℠ challenge FIRST LEGO League teams will imagine and innovate new ways to create and communicate art across the globe.