Skill Sharpeners: STEAM, Grade K
Introduce kindergarteners to real-world problem-solving with Skill Sharpeners: STEAM. This project-based learning approach integrates science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics, encouraging empathy, critical thinking, and collaboration. Topics include making instruments, reusable bags, games, books about feelings, and playground models. Each unit includes a story or nonfiction reading, a STEAM task, and activities for integrated learning. Softcover, 144 pages. Grade: K. Includes Answer key.
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Engage young children in solving real-world problems with Skill Sharpeners: STEAM.
This project-based learning approach integrates science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics to encourage empathy, critical thinking, collaboration, and creative solutions.
Skill Sharpeners: STEAM activity books for kindergarten are organized around 9 real-world topics related to the environment, Earth, people and cultures, and social and emotional learning. Some themes include:
- Instruments STEAM task: Write steps to create an original instrument; Make the instrument.
- Plastic Bags STEAM task: Design and create an original reusable bag.
- Screen Time STEAM task: Develop an original game and explain how to play it.
- Feelings STEAM task: Create a book to illustrate different feelings.
- Old Playground STEAM task: Build a model of a playground that children will be excited to visit.
Each unit includes a grade-appropriate story or nonfiction reading article, a STEAM task to solve, and activities that provide an integrated approach to learning. The softcover books contain 144 pages and are designed for kindergarten students.
Every Skill Sharpeners workbook now includes a free downloadable Teaching Guide! Skill Sharpeners: STEAM Teaching Guides include:
- How to Use directions for implementing STEAM education.
- Sample pacing guide for completing lessons and activities.
- Teaching suggestions with STEAM rubric and graphic organizers.
- Extension activities that include literature suggestions, virtual field trips, and discussion guides to deepen children's connections and understanding.
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Grade: Kindergarten
Brand: Evan-Moor Educational Publishers
UPC: 9781645140795
Pages: 144