Engineers and Architects and Critical Thinkers - Oh, My!
My students need these building materials, city scape carpet and train set materials to enhance our STEM curriculum and develop critical thinking skills.
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"How does that work? Let me try!" In our class, students are regularly discovering new ideas and learning new concepts. Our children love to build and create in a hands-on fashion. They are always excited to try something new and problem solve a solution to a challenge presented.
My students are a very diverse group of inquisitive, active five-year-olds attending a public school.
For some, this is their first time in a full day school setting. Many of my students come from homes where more than one language is spoken. In fact, this year's class boasts six different languages! They are all instructed in English every day and Spanish at least three times a week. Several students are differently abled. Some lack many educational materials at home. The parents depend upon the school to provide students with enriching educational experiences.
All of the kids are excited about learning and are highly interested and motivated when we are learning new concepts. They are especially engrossed in their learning when we are engaged in a STEM unit of study. I am hoping to create an exciting STEM unit related to construction, but need the materials to make this dream a reality for my students.
My Project
My students will use these materials to test the principles they learn during our building and design units. They will be able to learn the concepts by directly and actively engaging with these materials. These materials will allow students to experience learning hands-on, which is the way they learn best. In addition, being able to interact with the construction materials and problem solve to create sturdy structures and train track designs that will help instill a love and appreciation for STEM subjects. They will use the city scape carpet to enhance their building and engage in dramatic play. They will also have the opportunity to practice their English and Spanish vocabulary. The materials will be used during our Extended Learning Time, content and Centers time.
These materials will allow children to engage in another oral language and dramatic play center in the classroom while simultaneously building their critical thinking skills and STEM skills necessary for successful learning that will benefit them this year and in the future.
Half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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