Creative Construction for Curious Minds
Developed by CreXo, Strawbees empowers learners to explore engineering, design, art, and innovation through open-ended building experiences. Using a unique system of color-coded connectors and straws, students can quickly create structures, prototypes, moving models, and imaginative designs while developing real-world problem-solving skills.
Learning Through Making
Color-Coded Construction System
Students quickly understand how different connectors and straws work together, allowing them to start building right away.
Compact & Versatile
A flexible learning tool that integrates easily into lessons, clubs, makerspaces, and enrichment programs.
Guided Learning Resources
Includes a curriculum-aligned activity booklet and poster that introduce engaging challenges and inspire exploration.
What Students Learn
Learning Through Making
From geometric structures and kinetic sculptures to imaginative creatures and large-scale creations, Strawbees helps students learn through hands-on discovery. Along the way, they explore concepts such as:
- Balance and stability
- Motion and mechanics
- Geometry and spatial reasoning
- Creativity and innovation
- Collaboration and communication
- Persistence through iteration
Why Educators Choose Strawbees
More Than a Building Kit
The Strawbees STEAM Kit encourages exploration, experimentation, and creativity while making complex concepts approachable and fun.
- Easy-to-use color-coded system
- Encourages design thinking and creativity
- Supports engineering and problem-solving skills
- Cross-curricular learning opportunities
- Open-ended, student-driven exploration
- Perfect for classroom, makerspace, and after-school programs
Designed for Flexible Learning Environments
Makerspaces & Innovation Labs
Give students the freedom to prototype, experiment, and build increasingly complex creations.
Enrichment & After-School Programs
Encourage curiosity, collaboration, and creativity through open-ended design experiences.
K-12 Classrooms
Support cross-curricular learning in math, science, art, and technology with engaging construction activities.
