Unlocking Possibilities – The Secrets Within
Some of the most fascinating places on Earth are hidden from human reach — ancient pyramid shafts, underground tunnels, and mysterious cave systems that hold clues to our past. But while humans can’t always squeeze into these tight spaces, robots can.
The Secrets Within Challenge invites learners to step into the shoes of engineers and problem-solvers. Their mission? Design and prototype robots that can explore hard-to-reach locations, overcoming obstacles like tight turns, unstable terrain, and limited visibility.
It’s more than a design exercise, it’s a journey into systems thinking, creative problem-solving, and the engineering habits of mind that employers prize. From archaeology to search-and-rescue, learners see how these skills connect to real careers and world-changing innovations.
Cross-curricular learning
The context of engineers using robotics to explore the ancient pyramid shafts in Egypt lends itself perfectly to cross-curricular learning.
Support for teachers - whatever your level of expertise
Whether this is your first time introducing robotics to your learners, or whether you are a seasoned pro and just looking for new contexts, the teacher notes, learner resources, and step-by-step support ensures you have all you need. The Challenges are ready to drop straight into your STEM timetable or enrichment programme. Whether you’ve got an hour or a term, you can bring the spirit of exploration into your classroom.
Explore the challenge and start unlocking possibilities today at engineeringeducates.org.
All resources provided for you - teacher notes, learner resources, slide decks and access to the teacher support area on the website.
