FIRST Lego League Explore
What is FLL Explore?
FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Explore is a hands-on STEM program designed for students in grades 1–2. It introduces young learners to the fundamentals of science, technology, engineering, and math through creative exploration, building, and teamwork — all using LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential or WeDo 2.0 kits.
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Each season has a real-world theme (like transportation, energy, or recycling) that inspires the team's research and building activities.
What do students do?
1. Build & Code a Model
Using the LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Essential or WeDo 2.0 kit, teams design and build a moving model that represents what they've learned about the theme.
​2. Create a Show Me Poster
Teams document their journey with a Show Me Poster — a colorful presentation that includes their research, model design, and what they learned as a team.
​3. Celebrate at a Festival
The season ends with a Festival event, where teams share their models and posters with families and community members in a fun, non-competitive setting. Every child is recognized and celebrated!
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Who Can Join?
Students from across the Gull Lake Community Schools are invited to participate in the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Explore program through Gull Lake Area Robotics. Eligible students include those enrolled in:
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Gull Lake Community Schools
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Gull Lake Virtual Partnership
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Gull Lake Homeschool Partnership
Registration Window:
Registration for the FLL Explore opens in December and closes in January each year.
Season Schedule:
The FLL Explore season runs from March through May, featuring weekly team meetings, hands-on activities with LEGO® DUPLO®, and a fun culminating event to celebrate learning.