Wooden House Frame Kit – Cat# 80-50-W044
Overview:
Introduce your students to the world of structural engineering and skilled trades with this hands-on Wooden House Frame Kit! This ingenious build-it-yourself project enables students to explore construction concepts like stability, balance, and support—without needing any saws or complicated tools.
What you get:
Pre-cut wooden frame pieces that slot together easily
Included adhesive/glue for quick assembly
A clear teacher resource guide (PDF) with instructions, student worksheets and extension activities
Learning outcomes:
Grasp the principle of triangular roof stability and the balance of rectangular body structures—mirroring the fundamentals of traditional house designs.
Build problem-solving skills as students assemble, test, and reflect on their structure’s integrity.
Explore career pathways in construction, architecture and structural engineering as part of a STEM/Skilled-Trades focus.
Why it works in the classroom:
No cutting required–ready for immediate use in class.
Perfect for makerspaces, shop class, or cross-curricular STEM modules.
Cost-effective for individual kits or shared group sets.
Built to spark conversations about how buildings stand, materials matter, and structures behave under load.
Additional resources:
A detailed Teacher Resource Guide is available for download under “Additional Resources” to help you integrate the kit into your curriculum.
Embrace this dynamic learning tool that brings real-world construction principles into your classroom—and helps students see their future in the skilled trades.
