KIT: Breadboards & Night Lights

Give your child the unforgettable experience of creating a nightlight that’s entirely their own. With the Breadboard Nightlight Kit, kids don’t just learn about circuits—they build a real, working nightlight from scratch and finish it with a custom-designed “lens” they decorate themselves. From sketching their circuit ideas to testing LEDs and sensors, every step brings them closer to flipping the switch on a project that’s both functional and personal.

This hands-on STEM kit guides kids through six beginner-friendly circuit challenges before moving on to the big build: a nightlight that automatically turns on in the dark. Along the way, they’ll learn how breadboards work, experiment with light sensors, and discover how resistors and transistors control electricity. Finally, they’ll add their own creative flair by designing and coloring the nightlight’s lens—transforming the finished project into a glowing piece of art that’s as unique as they are.

Each project takes about 2.5 to 3.5 hours to complete and is recommended for ages 9 through 18 (grades 4–12). Younger builders will be thrilled to see their custom nightlight glow to life, while older students gain real-world prototyping skills that engineers use every day. Parents love that the final result isn’t just another science project—it’s a practical, personalized nightlight their child made themselves.

With clear step-by-step instructions, reusable components, and space for creativity, the Breadboard Nightlight Kit brings together engineering and art in a way that leaves kids with both knowledge and a lasting keepsake. More than just a project, it’s a glowing reminder of what young minds can create.