Amazon Think Big Circle
What is Think Big Circle?
See how much fun students have collaborating and learning in the Think Big Circle!
Let’s meet in the Cloud
Amazon Think Big Circle is more than just a learning community. It’s a collaborative space, both in person and virtually, where Educators and Students come together to learn and connect.
Hosted by our Amazon Think Big Spaces and online learning platform, this program allows students and educators to:
Hosted by our Amazon Think Big Spaces and online learning platform, this program allows students and educators to:
- Enable Global Collaboration - Creating opportunities for Think Big Spaces to work together across borders on shared challenges and initiatives.
- Advance STEM Skills - Equipping students with 21st-century skills through engaging, team-based problem-solving.
- Provide Ongoing Engagement - Providing a platform for regular global online events, knowledge sharing, and joint project development.
- Support Global Events - Enabling participation in initiatives like the Tangible World Cup, fostering international connections and shared impact.
Online Sessions
Educator Sessions
Join our online educator community:
- Sessions designed to expand your STEM education knowledge
- Connect, collaborate, and learn with like-minded peers
April 16th
Educator Session
Educator Session
Student Sessions
Virtual workshops enable students to:
- Participate in STEM activities
- Connect online and interact with both students and educators across the globe.
March 18th
Student Session
Student Session
The Educator Portal is your one-stop hub for inspiring resources. Access
ready-to-use lesson plans, engaging activities, and exclusive videos designed
to spark curiosity and creativity in your students.
ready-to-use lesson plans, engaging activities, and exclusive videos designed
to spark curiosity and creativity in your students.
Cloud Computing
- Understanding the technical systems for storing, processing, and managing data on a global scale
- Examining the roles of scalability, security, and collaboration within digital-first environments
Useful Resources
AWS Data Center Tour 1 : Uncovering Cloud Computing
- Cloud Computing Virtual Tour: A free 45-minute interactive Kahoot! experience exploring AWS data centers and internet infrastructure.
- Broad Grade Range: Content and activities designed to be accessible for students from grade 3 through high school.
- Specialized Career Insights: Direct exposure to niche STEM roles like Fiber Splicers, Network Engineers, and Data Center Technicians.
AWS Data Center Tour 2 : Keeping Data Safe and Sustainable
- Safety and Sustainability Tour: A free 45-minute interactive Kahoot! focusing on data security, cooling systems, and environmental impact
- Specialized Career Access: Students meet professionals in cyber security, sustainability, and data center engineering
- Comprehensive Teacher Toolkit: Includes facilitation guides, worksheets, and NGSS/CSTA-aligned resources for grades 3–12
AI & Machine Learning
- Investigating how machines analyze data, recognize patterns, and generate predictions
- Exploring the transformation of industries through AI alongside its ethical considerations
Useful Resources
AWS Skills Centers
- Hands-on AI Exhibits: Interactive “Cloud Discovery Spaces” that demonstrate real-world machine learning in sports, gaming, and space.
- Expert-Led Training: Free in-person and virtual foundational classes on cloud and AI basics led by AWS instructors.
- Curriculum for Groups: Private cohort programs that allow educational organizations to integrate AWS AI curriculum into their own teaching.
Hour of AI - Code.org
- Free Interactive Tutorials: Over 100 beginner-friendly, one-hour activities teaching AI and coding for grades 2–12
- Creative AI Tools: Hands-on projects where students use AI to remix music, choreograph dances
- Turnkey Teacher Support: Ready-to-use lesson plans and training to help educators teach AI literacy without prior experience
AI Curriculum Catalog - Code.org
- Comprehensive K-12 Pathways: A wide range of AI courses tailored for all levels, from 1-hour primary school lessons to full-semester high school foundations
- Specialized AI Modules: In-depth units covering specific topics like Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Generative AI, and AI-powered cybersecurity
- Technical Skill Building: Practical modules on training machine learning models, understanding computer vision, and exploring the mechanics of Generative AI
Internet of Things (IoT)
- Examining how connected devices—from smart homes to smart cities—form a growing global network
- Discovering how data exchange between everyday objects improves efficiency, convenience, and sustainability
Useful Resources
Asha Kanini: CS & Physical Computing (Hybrid IoT)
- Hardware Interfacing: Bridges software and the physical world by programming Adafruit boards to respond to real-world stimuli
- Scalable IoT Projects: Provides a clear pathway from basic block-coding to physical computing through structured, ready-made lesson plans
- Resource-Light Access: Teaches automation and connectivity effectively even in low-bandwidth settings, making IoT education inclusive for all
Coding for Climate Action (Hands-on Physical IoT)
- Physical Data Capture: Uses micro:bits as real-world IoT “nodes” to collect live environmental data like temperature and soil moisture
- Hardware Communication: Introduces connectivity by using radio transmission to simulate how IoT hardware sends data across a network
- Sensor Ecosystems: Students build early-warning systems, showing how physical sensors work together to protect communities via real-time monitoring
Robotics & Automation
- Exploring the design and application
of machines and automated systems - Preparing learners to innovate in
industries from manufacturing to healthcare
Useful Resources
Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center Tour (5 -11 years)
- Virtual Field Trip: A free, interactive 45-minute tour of warehouse robotics via Kahoot!
- Standards-Aligned Resources: Downloadable teacher toolkits, worksheets, and NGSS/CSTA-mapped lesson plans
- STEM Career Exposure: Real-world examples of engineering and computer science roles for young learners
Amazon Robotics Fulfillment Center Tour (11+ years)
- Interactive Career Tour: A free 45-minute virtual Kahoot! tour showcasing robotics and engineering careers for grades 6+.
- Standards-Aligned Toolkit: Downloadable facilitation guides and student worksheets mapped to NGSS and CSTA standards.
- Bilingual Support: Full tour materials and student resources available in both English and Spanish.
Learn to code with Code Club
- Free Project Paths: Step-by-step guides for teaching Scratch, Python, AI, and web development
- Ready-to-Use Curriculum: Hundreds of interactive projects available in 30 languages with no setup required
- Flexible Learning Tools: Built-in code editors and activities for platforms like Raspberry Pi and micro:bit