Soldering STEM Kit Resource Guide

Step 1: Order your Soldering STEM Kit

Congrats—your box is on its way!

Once your order is placed with us, we will connect with our fulfillment partner, DigiKey, to ensure you receive your soldering STEM kit box within 2 weeks.

If you have any questions about your shipment, please email [email protected]

Step 2: Explore Supplemental Resources

Get prepared with teaching tools.

Before the activity, access our key resources to ensure a smooth experience:

Soldering Safety Essentials Course – Access the course here >>

Lesson Plan – a ready-to-use guide for leading the activity

Download your Free Lesson Plan

Step 3: Prepare for the Classroom Activity

Gather Materials & Complete Requirements

Each Soldering STEM Kit includes all essential components to complete the activity.

Included in each kit: PCB, battery holder, LEDs, resistors, battery

What you’ll need to provide: soldering irons, safety glasses, wire cutters, ventilation or fume extractors (if available), and tables/workspace for students

If you do not have any of these equipment/materials available, please reach out to us so we can connect you with our donors/partners/sponsors.

Teacher Waiver Requirement
Before conducting the Soldering STEM Activity, each participating teacher must complete and sign the required waiver. Please email the signed waiver to Charlene at [email protected]prior to the activity date.

Required Waiver

Step 4: Ready, Set, Solder!

Time to build and learn.

Bring the activity to life in your classroom with engaging, easy-to-use resources designed to guide your students every step of the way. Begin with the Introduction to the Electronics Industry video to connect the project to real-world careers. Then, use the Instructional Soldering Video to demonstrate proper techniques. Finally, give each student the Printable Step-by-Step Activity Guide so they can confidently follow along and complete their project with success.

Don't forget! Encourage students to take photos or videos of their progress. These moments are perfect for sharing and celebrating their work!

Download your Printable Activity Guide