STEAM Lab for Kids is an art-forward doorway to science, math,
technology, and engineering through 52 family-friendly experiments and
activities.
While many aspiring artists don't necessarily identify with STEM
subjects, and many young inventors don't see the need for art, one is
essential to the other. Revealing this connection and encouraging kids
to explore it fills hungry minds with tools essential to problem
solving and creative thinking.
Each of the projects in this book is designed to demonstrate that the
deeper you look into art, the more engineering and math you'll find.
Following clear, photo-illustrated step-by-step instructions,
learn about:
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Angular momentum by creating tie-dyed fidget spinners.
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Electrical conductors by making a light-up graphite-circuit comic
book.
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Kinetic energy by constructing a rubber-band racer car.
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Parabolic curves by creating string art with pushpins and a board.
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Symmetry by making fruit and veggie stamp paintings.
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And much more!
Along with the creative, hands-on activities, you'll find:
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Suggestions for taking your projects to the next level with "Creative
Enrichment."
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Accessible explanations of the "The STEAM Behind the Fun," including
cross-disciplinary related topics.
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Safety tips and hints.
The projects can be used as part of a homeschool curriculum, for family
fun, at parties, or as educational activities for groups. Many of the
activities are safe enough for children as young as toddlers and
exciting enough for older kids, so families can discover the joy of
STEAM together.
The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books
that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of
topics, including art, astronomy, clay, geology, math, and even how to
create your own circus--all authored by established experts in their
fields.
Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step
photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs
can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of
experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be
explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward
being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages
and skill levels.
Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.
