Peep STEAM Camp
In this one week class, each learner will complete three STEAM / STEM activities using items found around the house and in a typical Easter basket!
Leigh Fitzsimmons, (Science & STEM)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(184)
What's included
2 live meetings
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
The first class session will open with a short show and tell to introduce learners to their classmates and get them comfortable with each other and the teacher. Then, each class will follow the following format: the teacher will introduce the goal and guidelines for each STEAM activity. After a brief planning and question period, everyone will jump right in and complete the following STEAM-based activities: Day 1: Peep float using toothpicks and jellybeans/gumdrops/marshmallows Set up "rubber egg" experiment and make predictions about what will happen to the egg over time Day 2: Build a house for our peep using graham crackers and icing Observe "rubber egg" progress and discuss what is happening to the egg and why. During each activity, we will discuss the goals of the activity and how to test and make improvements as you work! The teacher will encourage reflection and conversation using the following prompts: - How could you improve your design? - If you could start over, what would you do differently? - What other materials could you use to complete this challenge?
Learning Goals
Students will apply early STEM concepts (science, technology, engineering, and math) as they work through the engineering design process and scientific method during each activity.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parental assistance during science experiment and building activities is recommended.
Supply List
Day 1: 1-3 marshmallow peeps, toothpicks, and jellybeans/gumdrops/marshmallows (choose 1), tub or bow of water to float our raft in One real egg, cup, white vinegar, optional food coloring Day 2: 1 marshmallow peep, 4-6 graham crackers, icing (or flour and water mixture)
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
184reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Hello! My passion is teaching young students the importance and fun in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. I am a certified k-12 science teacher with a master’s in biology. I believe in hands-on learning and appealing to young learners’ interests to help them find their passion for STEAM! I’m a big animal lover and have been on an African safari three times! My idol is Jane Goodall, and I was fortunate enough to visit her chimpanzee sanctuary one of my trips!Reviews
Live Group Class
$18
for 2 classes2x per week, 1 week
25 min
Completed by 1 learner
Live video meetings
Ages: 4-6
3-6 learners per class
