What is an iBlock?

It’s Your New Favorite Way to Teach Project-Based Learning!

Each iBlock is flexible and includes 10 standards-aligned modules that guide your students through hands-on, cross-curricular projects while saving you over 150 hours of planning.

Level 4 ESSA Instructure Certified CSTA Nov. 2025 - Nov. 2027 Accredited PD Program
“I want authentic learning experiences for my students without starting from scratch”

You’re Doing It All.

You Don’t Have To Do It Alone.

Teachers are expected to engage every learner, integrate technology, STEM, PBL, and connect lessons to real life—all while somehow saving time.

If you're exhausted from reinventing the wheel for every instructional unit, you're not alone. Many teachers are asking: “How do I make this relevant without starting from scratch?”

From digital access to lifetime educator support, you're never left to figure it out alone.

Rube Goldberg Project-Based Learning iBlock
“I want my students to take ownership of their learning.”

iBlocks Make Real-World Learning Possible
Supporting your teachers with student-led project-based learning.

iBlocks are pre-built, project-based learning units created by experienced educators who recognize the challenges of today's classrooms. Packed with hands-on learning experiences; they ignite real-world problem-solving, creativity, and skill development-so students lead their own success, and teachers gain the tools and confidence to guide them.

Get ready-to-use our hands-on learning units where students take charge of their success.

Building Literacy: Develop A Play Project-Based Learning iBlock
“We need more career-connected learning.”
Students Take Ownership

Students Take Ownership

Each iBlock builds problem-solving, creativity, and real-world thinking—so your learners drive their own success.
You Save Hours Every Week

You Save Hours Every Week

Our out-of-the-box iBlocks save over 150 hours in planning—so you can finally focus on your learners, not logistics.
Learning That Sticks

Authentic Learning

Capstone projects and career exploration help students retain and care about what they learn during an unforgettable experience.

Teachers and Students Are All In!

“Just wanted to let you know what a great experience my children had with their first attempt at project-based learning with your Rube Goldberg Machine iBlock. They loved how easy it was to follow along in the workbooks and formulate their plan for their machine. I’ve never seen my three children work so well together, it was impressive how all three helped each other during the design phase and how proud they were of the final product. Listening to them explain the process during their presentation really let me know they understood all the aspects of a Rube Goldberg Machine. My daughter even said when it was all over with, that this was a way cooler way to learn then the normal classroom situation!”

Paul P.

Father of Gavin, Gianna, and Cristiano

“The students proudly showed off their Rube Goldberg machines and everyone was very impressed… All in all, the iBlock was a fantastic experience and we are already looking at other iBlocks for some of the other grades in the school. ”

Felicia Smith-Stephen

PS31

“The environment you set up, as well as the hands-on collaborative nature of the iBlock, really supported Ava both socially as well as academically. I can tell both her confidence and self-esteem has increased. Tonight, she very animatedly told our entire family all about what a Rube Goldberg [Machine] was, all of the components, and how her group crafted their machine and the storytelling portion of the machine they created. She has also gotten her brother and sister excited about Rube Goldberg and they’re figuring out how they can use some of our household items and to construct one of their own! Ava said she really loved the way she got to work with other students and be hands on all day, she felt it kept her interested in the content as opposed to her “usual” classroom. She definitely retained all of the information and now all three of my kiddos are hoping there’s another opportunity for this!”

Lindsey M.

Mother of Ava

“The tiny house project is something our kids will remember for years.”

MS 302

“I witnessed a great sense of passion, engagement, creativity, collaboration, and pride.”

Nyima Dejesus

7th Grade Teacher

“I found the iBlocks experience really fun. The teachers were really nice, and I enjoyed the fun examples videos of Rube Goldberg machines. It gave me a better understanding of what we were going to make. At the start of the iBlock I didn’t know what activities we would be doing, but by the end I enjoyed working in a group and building a Rube Goldberg Machine together. I would love to be a part of another iBlocks PBL experience!”

Lilla, age 11

PS 113Q

“Our students proudly showed off their chain reaction machines…and we’re already looking at other iBlocks to expand.”

William T. Davis School

“I wanted to take a moment to thank you for giving my boys a great experience that they won’t soon forget with iBlocks. Anytime they are working on something that gets them out of their seats the possibility of success increases. They jumped right in and got to know the other boys and girls in the groups. My boys are inherently competitive. They loved that at the end the groups “competed” with one another. It was also nice to see how supportive they were of one another. Later on, in the evening as we were walking, I said, “let’s take the ramp.” Oliver replied, “no, Mommy that’s an inclined plane.” As parent it’s a good day when your child has fun and learns something.”

Samantha B.

Mother of Oliver and Maxwell

“My daughter, Kayla and son, Jake had a great iBlocks PBL experience and especially loved it when they were able to get their hands on the material and start building their creations. They couldn’t stop talking about how much fun it was and how they were able to tell a story through their building. My children felt this was a much better experience than a normal day sitting in class as they learned skills they can apply in all different situations. They retained all of the information they learned and even tried building new Rube Goldberg Machines at home! We loved watching them design and think of creative ways to build them. I would definitely sign my children up for any other iBlocks PBL experiences as their engagement levels were off the chart! Thanks for letting them be a part of this experience.”

Jeff K.

Father of Jake and Kayla
Design a Specialty Truck Project-Based Learning iBlock
“Our kids need more than just worksheets—they need skills for life.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How much prep does iBlocks require?

Very little. Each iBlock comes with step-by-step lessons, teacher guides, and student materials—ready to teach right away.

Q2: Can I customize the topics or materials?

Yes. iBlocks are flexible and customizable to match your grade level, curriculum goals, or student interests.

Q3: Is this aligned to standards or just for enrichment?

Each iBlock connects to academic standards and real-world applications. It’s not fluff—it’s future-ready learning with purpose.

How Do I Purchase iBlocks Project-Based Learning?

Option 1
The Sampler
The Sampler project-based learning iBlock License
Single use of an iBlock @ online.iBlocks.com
  • Pick any single title
  • Try it out one time with a single teacher
  • Single completed iBlock
  • Only 3 per District/1per Building
Contact Us for Sampler Pricing
Option 2
The Library Card
The Library Card project-based learning iBlock License
Single iBlock lifetime license @ online.iBlocks.com
  • Pick any single title
  • Try it out one time with a single teacher
  • Single completed iBlock
  • Only 3 per District/1per Building
Contact Us for Library Card Pricing
Option 3
The Building
The Building project-based learning iBlock License
Own a single iBlock forever! Unlimited teacher and classroom use @ online.iBlocks.com. A set of 35 printed student workbooks included.
Contact Us for Building Pricing
Class Pet Project-Based Learning iBlock
Let your next project-based learning be transformative- and the most memorable for your students!
Rube Goldberg Build a Chain Reaction

Think Outside of the Box “a partnership made in heaven.”

Rube Goldberg + iBlocks

Artwork Copyright © and TM Rube Goldberg Inc. All Rights Reserved. All materials used with permission.

Rube Goldberg Inc has teamed up with Teq to create a series of Rube Goldberg Machine iBlocks.

Rube Goldberg Machines are silly, complicated, wacky inventions that perform a simple task like flipping a switch or pouring a bowl of cereal.

Teq’s Rube Goldberg Machine iBlocks use the engineering design process and create the foundation that engages and motivates learners. Students will experience problem solving through creativity and innovation, where invention transforms play into lifelong skills.

Rube Goldberg Machines prove that your kids are the smartest and most creative people in the world!