3 tiered programming stem
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For Conversation Sparks: STEM at the Library webinar in October.TRANSCRIPT
3-Tiered Programming STEM/STEAM FROM PRESCHOOL THROUGH 5TH GRADE
Hi ThereAmy HolcombYouth Technology LibrarianNorthbrook (IL) Public Library
STEM/STEAM ProgramsMath and Science LabAges 3-6 with an adult; offered ~6-8 times a year
Science ExplorersGrades 1 & 2; meets monthly
Mad ScientistsGrades 3-5; meets monthly
Program BudgetUse what you haveRecyclables are keyField your department, library
Reuse supplies One program’s activities transfers to the others
Invest in equipment that spans the age groupsLEGO WeDo kits, Arduinos, Makey Makey kits
Math and Science LabIncludes storytime elementsBegin with intro to topicShare book on topicRetell bookListening activity or dance to songExploration Stations (3-5 options, always 1 take home)
Math and Science LabSample topicsFoodHuman BodyWeatherWaterStructures
Math and Science Lab
Science ExplorersMost challenging age groupGroup activities with step-by-step guidance work bestEncourage creativity over right/wrong Anything that erupts or explodes is a winner
Science ExplorersSample topicsSalt water circuitsStatic electricityCandy scienceBridges
Science Explorers
Mad ScientistsInclude demos related to main experimentBalance group activities with individual experimentsEncourage real experimentation…guide with questions, promptsHeavier on tech componentsRotate types of topics – tech, biology, chemistry, engineeringOpen to feedback
Mad ScientistsSample topicsDNA Extraction from fruitCatapults and tallest structure competitionsAngry Birds LiveLEGO WeDo robotics with ScratchBi-annual exploration stationsWhat’s growing in the library?Science Trivia
Mad Scientists
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