SUPERPOWERED Discover Set

Description

An education set, not a play set

Unlike most sets covered on this site, the SUPERPOWERED Discover Set is not primarily designed for free play but for use within FIRST LEGO League programmes, where children work in teams to solve small research-style building challenges. At 80 pieces, it stays compact enough for a workshop setting while still offering enough parts to build early models around that year's theme — in this case, energy. Supporting materials and specific challenges typically come from the FIRST LEGO League programme itself rather than the set.

Colours with a functional feel

The parts list shows a bold, modern palette of white, yellow, green and dark azure that reads more like a technical or energy-related colour scheme than typical toy colours. That choice underlines the set's educational character and helps models stand out clearly when several teams are working with similar parts and later comparing or presenting their results. Browsing the colour breakdown on this page shows the functional colour language typical of FIRST LEGO League sets.

39 part types for open-ended tasks

Across 80 pieces in total, 39 distinct part types provide enough flexibility to build different solutions to the same challenge — a core principle of inquiry-based learning, where there is rarely a single correct answer. That openness sets the set apart from classic model kits aimed at one predetermined result. The full parts list on this page shows which basic shapes are available for original constructions, from simple wind-catching shapes to small moving mechanisms.

Useful for groups and afterwards

Since the set is designed for group use, it suits school classes, youth groups or families exploring a theme like energy together in a hands-on way. After the programme itself, the set works just as well as a free-building kit for small construction challenges at home. The parts list on this page helps compare its pieces against other FIRST LEGO League sets or classic Technic sets, for instance when looking for matching pieces for a larger follow-up project.

FAQ

Is this set meant for free play?

It is designed mainly for use in FIRST LEGO League programmes, though it can be freely reused for building afterwards.

Does the set include minifigures?

No, the focus is on parts for collaborative, inquiry-based building rather than figures or role play.

What theme does this set cover?

The SUPERPOWERED Discover Set is part of the FIRST LEGO League's energy-themed season.