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There is no question that our world is quickly changing. Now, more than ever, it is important for kids to learn how to create, innovate and be risk-takers who are not afraid of making mistakes. One way that parents can teach these skills to their kids is to find STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) projects that encourage hands-on, creative learning.
The Zoom, Fly, Bolt, Blast Steam Handbook contains 18 fun STEAM projects based on the innovative curriculum implemented by Galileo Camps. We chose two projects from the book to do with friends. The first project we tried was called “Straw Tower”. The project involved building a straw tower using only straws and tape. The challenge was to build the tower taller than the shortest member of the group.
I liked how this project encouraged collaboration skills since the kids needed to work together. Through trial and error, their team also quickly learned which types of connections create the strongest structure.
The second STEAM project we chose was the Hungry Octopus.
The design challenge was to build an octopus that has eight tentacles that can pick up a ping pong ball. The directions and pictures were simple to follow.
Pulling on the pipe cleaners makes the foam strip tentacles move up and down, allowing the octopus to “eat”. The kids thought the end result was pretty cool!
I would highly recommend The Zoom, Fly, Bolt, Blast Steam Handbook for developing STEAM-minded kids. My kids have already bookmarked several other projects to do this summer.
Register Now For Galileo Camps!
Another way to provide valuable STEAM educational experiences for your children is to sign them up for Galileo Camps. Galileo Camps have been around since 2002 and are designed for kids pre-K through 8th grade.
Check out the programs Galileo offers near you. Now is the time to register your children for their summer sessions!
I also have a special discount for my readers! Save $30 on your camp purchase with code SUMMER30
Discount valid at any Camp Galileo or Galileo Summer Quest location for the 2019 season, where space is available. Combinable only with Multi Session and Refer A Friend discounts.