Strawbees are simple connectors that make it easy to create 3D structures and mechanical objects using standard drinking straws.
There an excellent educational tool as the possibilities for creation are endless. The fact that it uses regular straws means that costs can be kept to a minimum, and depending on where you shop, you can buy around 200 straws for less than a penny each.
The Strawbees shop currently offers lots of options depending on your budget. You can spend anything from $25 for the starter kit to almost $2000 for a complete classroom kit.