Quick answer
Sphero Blueprint Plate Packs give you extra building pieces to expand your Blueprint Engineering kit. They are ideal for prototyping structures and adding variety to classroom projects.
Why plate packs matter for classroom builds
The base Blueprint Engineering kit includes a limited number of plates. Adding a plate pack gives you more pieces to work with, so students can build larger or more complex structures without disassembling earlier projects. This is especially useful when multiple groups share one kit.
Plate packs also introduce different sizes and angle configurations that aren't in the starter set. Having 1x2, 1x4, 5x5, and angle plates (30°, 45°, 60°, and 90°) lets students explore geometry and structural stability in hands-on ways.
Trade-off: more pieces vs. more cost
Each pack adds versatility, but the cost adds up if you buy several at once. At $7.50 per pack (regularly $10.00), they are affordable individually. However, outfitting a whole classroom may require multiple packs. Start with one or two packs to see which plate types your students use most before buying in bulk.
How to choose the right plate pack
- Start with a mixed pack: If you're new to Blueprint, choose a pack that includes a variety of sizes (1x2, 1x4, 5x5) and a few angle plates. This gives you the most flexibility for initial projects.
- Add angle-specific packs for geometry lessons: If your curriculum focuses on angles or trusses, pick packs with more 30°, 45°, 60°, or 90° plates. Students can test how different angles affect stability.
- Buy multiple packs for group work: When each group needs its own set of pieces, order one pack per two to three students. This prevents bottlenecks and keeps projects moving. Check your kit's current plate count to avoid over- or under-ordering.
Product details
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Blueprint Plate Packs: Includes multiple plate options: 1x2, 1x4, 5x5, and various angle and tee plates. Angle plates available in 30°, 45°, 60°, and 90° configurations. These varied sizes and angles let students build non-rectangular shapes and reinforce structural concepts like bracing and load distribution.
Blueprint Plate Packs
Who should buy these packs?
Best for
- Teachers who want to expand a single Blueprint kit for larger classroom projects
- STEM clubs that need extra pieces for prototyping multiple designs simultaneously
Not ideal for
- Classrooms that already have a full set of plates from multiple kits—you likely don't need extras
- Budget-limited programs that can't justify even the $7.50 per-pack cost—consider sharing one kit first
