Exposure to engineering concepts, such as the engineering design process, sets children up with a strong cognitive foundation. The skills they will learn and practice while they work through engineering activities will help them develop in key areas of their development.
In particular, engineering projects for children focus on solving problems. This could be in building activities or creating airplanes, rockets, pulleys, and more. As young children follow directions and work towards creating a specific object, they will need to overcome some challenges or obstacles in their design. Doing this enables kids to stretch their problem-solving skills and think creatively.