In this exciting hands-on project, students will explore the basics of robotics by building three different types of bristlebots—small, motor-powered robots that wiggle and race using vibration and
In this integrated STEM and literacy lesson, 4th grade students will explore survival challenges faced by the main character in Hatchet by Gary Paulsen. After analyzing the story and discussing Brian
These daily STEAM challenges will excite students creativity and innovative building and thinking skills. Students will work in teams to create a variety of building projects such as: mazes, elevators
This lesson takes students through the process of creating an interactive storyboard using a Makey Makey circuit board. This lesson can be adjusted for any grade level with examples given in the 4th
In this lesson, students will learn about the Water Tank Mafie located in Dharavi. Students will then use Scratch to create a "Whack a Water Thief (Mole)" game.
Encouraging students, from a young age, to think about their interests, dreams and goals lets them see possibilities for the future. As students listen to their thoughts and put those thoughts into
In the second lesson in the Thirst set, students will learn about Dharavi, a slum within the city of Mumbai. Economical water scarcity drives the lives of those who reside in Dharavi. Students will
During this novel study, students will build background knowledge on water scarcity focusing on both physical and economic water scarcity. Students will learn the definition of scarcity, view a
In this unit, students will identify what a shelter is and why we need it. Students will identify the different types of shelters and materials needed depending on climate and their surroundings