LEGO SPIKE Prime Set 45678

The LEGO® SPIKE Prime Set 45678, released in May 2020, is an essential addition to the Education theme, specifically the SPIKE subtheme. With 528 pieces and 4 minifigs, including Dark Azure Torso, Black Legs, Black Hair and Bright Light Blue Torso, Bright Light Orange Legs, Dark Brown Hair, this set is designed to expand the creativity of LEGO® Education SPIKE™ Prime. It is the go-to STEAM learning tool for grade 6-8 students, combining colourful LEGO building elements, easy-to-use hardware, and an intuitive drag-and-drop coding language based on Scratch. The set continuously engages students through playful learning activities to think critically and solve complex problems, regardless of their learning level. From easy-entry projects to limitless creative design possibilities, SPIKE Prime helps students learn the essential STEAM and 21st century skills needed to become the innovative minds of tomorrow, all while having fun. The SPIKE Prime Set comes in a sturdy storage box with sorting trays, programmable Hub, Distance Sensor, Force Sensor, Color Sensor, Large Motor, 2 Medium Motors and over 500 appealing LEGO® Technic™ elements in a fresh color palette. The programmable Hub features a 5x5 light matrix, 6 input/output ports, integrated 6-axis gyro, speaker, Bluetooth connectivity and rechargeable battery. The drag-and-drop coding environment for tablets and computers is rooted in the popular coding language based on Scratch used by millions of children around the world. Engage students with 3 STEAM unit plans for grades 6-8 focused on Engineering and Computer Science, linked to curriculum standards, and mostly optimized for 45-minute sessions. Includes comprehensive online lesson plans and teacher support. Apply engineering design skills at each step of the design process, develop efficient problem-solving and coding skills through decomposition of problems and algorithmic thinking, design projects that combine hardware and software components to collect and exchange data, work with variables, data arrays and cloud data, and apply critical thinking and develop life skills for the careers of tomorrow. LEGO 45678 is a must-have for any LEGO enthusiast looking to enhance their STEAM learning experience.

Since its retirement in January 2021, LEGO Set 45678, which was available for 18 months, now values at $458 for a sealed new version. This is a substantial 15% rise from its original price $400, averaging 3.3% growth annually. Featuring 528 pieces. As part of the Education theme, it''s one of 328 sets, with 162 retired, averaging 46% in annual growth. It''s included in the SPIKE sub-theme, which has 25 sets, with 8 retired, experiencing an average growth of 3% per year.