Description
In this course, you will learn:
- Introduction to STEM and the scientific method using relatable examples and clear explanations.
- Hands-On, At-Home Project: Create a little indoor garden with easy-to-grow plants such as beans.
- Discussion of why plants require water, sunlight, and soil to grow, as well as potential observations.
- Introduction to basic machines and daily technology through interactive discussion and visual assistance.
- Hands-On, At-Home Project: Create a miniature catapult with popsicle sticks, rubber bands, and a plastic spoon.
- Discussion of how the catapult works (input and output forces, energy transfer), as well as forecasting how far various things will fly.
- Understanding the principles of structural balance and stability.
- Hands-on and at-home project: Design and build a tower or bridge out of marshmallows, spaghetti, or toothpicks.
- Discussing why certain forms and structures are stronger than others, as well as evaluating the strength of our creations.
- Using relatable examples, we will discuss the role of arithmetic in everyday life.
- Hands-On, At-Home Project: Participate in enjoyable and interesting age-appropriate arithmetic challenges connected to the projects.
- Understanding the presence of math in everyday life and how it aids problem solving.
Syllabus:
- Introduction to the Scientific Method and Basic Science Experiments
- Basics of Technology and Engineering
- Advanced Engineering Concepts
- Math’s Role in Everyday Life and STEM