STEAM: Science Experiments , Engineering Challenges and Art Projects

If your child enjoys messy science experiments, beautiful art projects, and engaging building  challenges, this class is perfect for him or her!  Because each class is a complete lesson and  thoroughly covers the concept presented, learners are welcome to join at anytime.   While students will conduct  experiments and create projects on their own, group discussion and collaboration are encouraged. I'll begin each class with a quick overview of the weekly topic presented, incorporate the scientific method ,and then facilitate a discussion regarding predictions.  Brainstorming, critical thinking, variable observations, and problem solving skills are emphasized through the lesson.  My teaching style will vary depending on the activity.  In some lessons, learners may dive into the challenge with only minimal instruction given.  While other lessons may require  slides, instruction ,and teacher demonstration before exploring  the topic on their own.  It is my belief that students learn best by doing, so the more opportunities they have to discover and share the better!  This is my favorite age group of children to teach because  their contributions are always insightful and enthusiastic.  My teaching style is relaxed and  interactive but intentional.

Weekly supply needs can be found in two convenient locations: below under the MATERIALS  tab  on this class description page OR in the classroom section under weekly comments.  

Science can be messy which is totally awesome and acceptable.  Most experiments and crafts can be done at the kitchen table.  I suggest having an old baking sheet or tablecloth for the children to work on.
  
     Week Eight: March 6 : Engineer a Brilliant Bridge Rescue: materials needed: child's choice!(concepts: shape/design & geometry)
     Week Nine: March 20:  Mexican Radial Mirrors Art (Concepts: circumference, diameter & radius)
     Week Ten: March 27: Cup Stack Challenge Engineering (Concepts: patterns & geometry)
     Week Eleven: April 6: Sinkhole Science Experiment (concepts: weathering & erosion)