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department : 2nd term STEAM activities
1. Building Structures with Playdough:
• Provide playdough and various materials like toothpicks, straws, and small
plastic shapes.
• Encourage students to build structures, fostering creativity and
understanding of basic engineering principles.
2. Nature Exploration:
• Take a nature walk and collect leaves, rocks, or flowers.
• Use the collected items for simple science activities, like sorting, observing,
or creating nature collages.
3. Water Experiments:
• Conduct simple water experiments like sinking and floating.
• Provide containers, various objects, and ask students to predict and
observe what happens when objects are placed in water.
4. Color Mixing Art:
• Combine art and science by exploring color mixing.
• Provide primary colors of paint and let students experiment with mixing to
create secondary colors.
5. Robot Creations:
• Use recycled materials like cardboard boxes, paper rolls, and buttons to
create simple "robots."
• Discuss the concept of machines and technology while encouraging
creativity.
6. Shadow Play:
• Explore the concept of light and shadows.
• Use a light source and objects of various shapes, allowing children to
observe and experiment with shadows.
7. Math with Counting Bears:
• Use counting bears for math activities.
• Have students sort them by color, size, or use them for simple addition and
subtraction exercises.
8. Seed Planting:
• Introduce basic biology by planting seeds.
• Discuss the life cycle of plants and observe the growth over time.
9. Coding with Story Cubes:
• Use story cubes with images representing different elements (characters,
settings, etc.).
• Have students roll the cubes and create a simple story, introducing the
idea of sequencing and basic coding concepts.
10. Balloon Rocket Experiment:
• Conduct a simple physics experiment with balloons and string.
• Inflate a balloon and attach it to a string; when the air is released, the
balloon will move, demonstrating the concept of thrust.
11. Shape Collages:
• Provide different colored construction paper and various shapes (circles,
squares, triangles).
• Ask students to create collages by arranging and gluing the shapes onto
the paper.
12. Magnetic Exploration:
• Introduce magnets and various magnetic objects.
• Let children explore how magnets attract or repel different items,
promoting hands-on learning about basic physics concepts.
13. Animal Habitats Diorama:
• Discuss different animal habitats (forest, ocean, desert).
• Have students create simple dioramas using art supplies to represent these
habitats.
14. Pasta Structures:
• Supply students with different types of pasta and marshmallows.
• Encourage them to build structures and explore engineering concepts
through hands-on construction.
15. Sensory Bins:
• Create sensory bins with materials like rice, sand, or water.
• Add items like measuring cups, funnels, and scoops for a sensory
experience while introducing basic math and science concepts.
16. Weather Chart:
• Create a weather chart with symbols for different weather conditions (sun,
clouds, rain).
• Each day, students observe and mark the weather, fostering an
understanding of patterns and seasons.
17. Bubble Science:
• Explore the science of bubbles by creating a bubble solution.
• Provide different tools like wands, straws, and household items for
bubble-blowing experiments.
18. Musical Instruments:
• Create simple musical instruments using household items.
• Discuss the science of sound and encourage children to explore making
different sounds.
19. Dramatic Play:
• Set up a dramatic play area related to a STEM theme, such as a doctor's
office, space station, or construction site.
• This fosters creativity and social skills while incorporating STEM concepts.
20. Recycled Materials Art:
• Collect recyclable materials like cardboard boxes, plastic bottles, and
newspaper.
• Encourage students to create art projects using these materials, promoting
sustainability and creativity.
21. Math Scavenger Hunt:
• Hide objects around the classroom or outdoor area.
• Provide clues related to math concepts (e.g., find three objects shaped like
a square), combining physical activity with mathematical thinking.
22. Rainbow Science:
• Explore the science of colors and light by creating rainbows.
• Use prisms or simple water droplets on a glass surface to demonstrate the
formation of rainbows.
23. Nature Scavenger Hunt:
• Take students on a nature scavenger hunt to observe and collect items
such as leaves, rocks, and flowers.
• Discuss the different characteristics of the items found.
24. Playful Math Games:
• Incorporate math into games like "Count and Jump" (counting while
jumping) or "Shape Hunt" (finding shapes in the classroom).
25. Sound Jars:
• Create sound jars with different materials (rice, beads, sand).
• Discuss how the materials create different sounds and introduce the
concept of volume.
26. Fruit and Vegetable Prints:
• Cut fruits and vegetables in half and use them as stamps with paint to
create prints.
• Discuss the shapes and patterns created by different fruits and vegetables.
27. DIY Tornado in a Jar:
• Fill a jar with water and a drop of dish soap; swirl the water to create a
tornado effect.
• Discuss basic weather concepts and the science behind tornadoes.
28. Number Line Hopscotch:
• Create a number line hopscotch game using numbered squares.
• Children can practice counting and number recognition while having fun
hopping.
29. Bird Feeder Craft:
• Make simple bird feeders using pinecones, peanut butter, and birdseed.
• Hang the bird feeders outside and observe the birds that come to visit,
tying in nature and biology concepts.
30. Ice Cream in a Bag:
• Explore a simple science experiment by making ice cream in a bag.
• Discuss the changes in state of matter and the role of salt in lowering the
freezing point.
31. STEM Storytime:
• Read a STEM-themed picture book and follow it up with a related activity.
• For example, read a book about shapes and then have students go on a
shape hunt in the classroom.
32. Math with Building Blocks:
• Use building blocks for math activities like counting, sorting, and creating
simple patterns.
• Incorporate vocabulary related to size, shape, and color.
33. Nature Weaving:
• Create nature-inspired weavings using twigs and yarn.
• Discuss patterns and textures found in nature while fostering fine motor
skills.
34. Dinosaur Dig:
• Set up a sensory bin with sand and plastic dinosaurs.
• Encourage students to dig for dinosaurs, promoting sensory exploration
and imaginative play.
35. Paper Airplane Challenge:
• Have students fold and decorate paper airplanes.
• Test different designs and discuss the principles of aerodynamics.
36. Math Bingo:
• Play a game of math bingo using numbers, shapes, or simple math
problems.
• This reinforces math skills in a fun and interactive way.
37. Leaf Rubbings:
• Collect a variety of leaves and place them under a sheet of paper.
• Use crayons to create leaf rubbings, exploring shapes and textures in
nature.
38. Simple Circuit Exploration:
• Introduce the concept of circuits with simple activities.
• Use LED lights, batteries, and conductive materials like playdough to
create basic circuits.
39. Recycled Robot Art:
• Collect recycled materials like boxes, bottle caps, and paper tubes.
• Encourage students to create their own recycled robots, fostering
creativity and resourcefulness.
40. Sink or Float Experiment:
• Provide a tub of water and various objects.
• Have students predict and test whether each item will sink or float,
introducing the concept of buoyancy.
41. Math and Art Integration - Symmetry Butterflies:
• Fold a piece of paper in half and draw half of a butterfly.
• Discuss symmetry while allowing students to complete the other half of
their butterflies.
42. Nature Patterns:
• Use natural materials like leaves, sticks, and stones to create patterns.
• Discuss and extend patterns using different elements from nature.
43. Shape Hunt in the Classroom:
• Give students a list of shapes to find around the classroom.
• This activity encourages observational skills and reinforces shape
recognition.
44. Seed Mosaics:
• Provide students with seeds and glue to create mosaics.
• Discuss the shapes and patterns they can create using different seeds.
45. Math with Dominoes:
• Use dominoes for math activities such as counting, matching, and simple
addition.
• The tactile nature of dominoes makes it engaging for young learners.
46. Colorful Volcano Eruptions:
• Create a simple volcano using clay and baking soda.
• Add vinegar and food coloring to simulate an eruption while discussing
chemical reactions.
47. Texture Exploration:
• Set up a texture exploration station with various materials like sandpaper,
fabric, and feathers.
• Encourage students to describe and compare textures.
48. DIY Kaleidoscopes:
• Create simple kaleidoscopes using cardboard tubes and colored beads.
• Explore patterns and symmetry as students peer through their
kaleidoscopes.
49. Alphabet Hunt:
• Hide alphabet letters around the classroom or outdoors.
• Students can go on a letter hunt and practice letter recognition.
50. Fizzy Color Mixing:
• Combine baking soda and vinegar with a few drops of food coloring.
• Observe the fizzy reaction and discuss color mixing concepts.
Primary 1,2 and 3
1. DIY Weather Station:
• Create a simple weather station with instruments like a thermometer, rain
gauge, and wind vane.
• Students can observe and record weather patterns over time.
2. Paper Circuit Cards:
• Introduce basic circuitry by creating paper circuit greeting cards with LEDs.
• Explore concepts of electricity and conductivity.
3. Coding with Unplugged Activities:
• Teach coding concepts through unplugged activities like "coding" a friend
to reach a destination using arrows on the floor.
• Introduce basic algorithms and sequencing.
4. Solar Oven S'mores:
• Construct simple solar ovens using pizza boxes and aluminum foil.
• Observe how the sun's energy can be harnessed to make delicious s'mores.
5. Simple Machines Scavenger Hunt:
• Explore the school or outdoor area for simple machines (levers, pulleys,
inclined planes).
• Discuss how these machines make work easier.
6. Balloon-Powered Cars:
• Design and build balloon-powered cars using recycled materials.
• Explore concepts of force, motion, and engineering.
7. Seed Dispersal Models:
• Study seed dispersal by creating models of different seed types and how
they travel.
• Discuss adaptations and the role of the environment.
8. Geometry Art Project:
• Combine math and art by creating geometric shape art projects.
• Explore shapes, symmetry, and patterns.
9. Build a Mini Greenhouse:
• Construct mini greenhouses using clear plastic containers.
• Observe how temperature and sunlight affect plant growth.
10. Animal Adaptations Diorama:
• Research and create dioramas showcasing different animal adaptations.
• Discuss how adaptations help animals survive in their habitats.
11. Paper Bridge Challenge:
• Challenge students to design and build bridges using paper and tape.
• Test the strength of the bridges by adding weights.
12. Sound Science:
• Explore sound waves by creating musical instruments like rubber band
guitars or water xylophones.
• Discuss pitch, volume, and vibrations.
13. Rock and Mineral Exploration:
• Study rocks and minerals by collecting samples and observing their
properties.
• Discuss the rock cycle and different types of rocks.
14. DIY Pinhole Cameras:
• Explore the principles of optics by creating pinhole cameras using simple
materials.
• Discuss how light travels and forms images.
15. Math Board Games:
• Create board games that incorporate math skills like addition, subtraction,
or multiplication.
• Students can play and reinforce their math knowledge.
16. Electricity Safety Lesson:
• Teach students about electrical safety by discussing proper use and
handling of electrical appliances.
• Create safety posters to reinforce key concepts.
17. DIY Thermometers:
• Construct simple thermometers using water and straws.
• Discuss how temperature affects the expansion and contraction of liquids.
18. Recycled Fashion Show:
• Combine art and environmental awareness by organizing a recycled
fashion show.
• Encourage students to design clothing using recycled materials.
19. Moon Phases Observation:
• Track and observe the phases of the moon over a month.
• Discuss the lunar cycle and its impact on Earth.
20. 3D Printing Exploration:
• Introduce 3D printing by designing simple objects using online software.
• Explore the technology behind 3D printing and its applications.
21. Paper Plate Marble Mazes:
• Create marble mazes using paper plates and cardboard.
• Explore concepts of gravity, friction, and engineering as students design
and build their mazes.
22. Pulley Systems:
• Design and build simple pulley systems using strings, cups, and small
weights.
• Explore the mechanics of pulleys and how they can be used to lift objects.
23. Weather Predictions:
• Have students research and make simple weather predictions for the
week.
• Discuss factors that influence weather and how meteorologists make
predictions.
24. LEGO Robotics:
• Introduce basic robotics concepts using LEGO Mindstorms or other
educational robotics kits.
• Students can build and program simple robots to perform specific tasks.
25. Math Puzzles and Tangrams:
• Create math puzzles or tangram challenges to promote spatial reasoning
and problem-solving.
• Students can work individually or in teams to solve these puzzles.
26. Ecosystem Dioramas:
• Explore different ecosystems by having students create dioramas.
• Discuss the interdependence of plants and animals in various
environments.
27. Insect Observation:
• Study insects by setting up a bug observation station.
• Provide magnifying glasses and sketchbooks for students to observe and
document different insects.
28. STEM Storybook Engineering:
• Read a STEM-related picture book and challenge students to solve a
problem or complete an engineering task related to the story.
29. Math Art:
• Combine math and art by creating geometric patterns or symmetry art
using mathematical principles.
• Use compasses, rulers, and protractors to explore shapes and angles.
30. DIY Water Filters:
• Explore water purification by having students design and test DIY water
filters using common materials.
• Discuss the importance of clean water and environmental science.
31. Seed Germination Experiment:
• Conduct a seed germination experiment to observe and document the
different stages of plant growth.
• Discuss the factors that influence germination.
32. Map Making:
• Have students create maps of their school or local area.
• Introduce concepts of scale, direction, and symbols in map-making.
33. Magnetic Art:
• Experiment with magnets by creating magnetic art.
• Use magnets to move and arrange magnetic pieces on a surface, exploring
magnetic forces.
34. DIY Sundial:
• Construct a sundial using a stick and a flat surface with hourly markings.
• Discuss how sundials work and the concept of telling time using shadows.
35. Birdhouse Building:
• Introduce basic woodworking skills by having students build simple
birdhouses.
• Discuss bird habitats and the importance of providing shelter for wildlife.
36. Math Board Games:
• Create and play board games that reinforce mathematical concepts such
as multiplication, division, or fractions.
• This adds an element of fun to math practice.
37. Simple Circuits with Playdough:
• Make conductive playdough and create simple circuits by embedding LEDs
and batteries.
• Explore the properties of conductive materials.
38. Exploring Buoyancy with Boats:
• Design and build small boats using materials like foil or plastic.
• Test the boats in water to explore the concepts of buoyancy and water
displacement.
39. Magnetic Poetry:
• Use magnetic words to create poetry on a magnetic board.
• Integrate language arts with the exploration of magnetic properties.
40. DIY Wind Turbines:
• Design and build simple wind turbines using materials like paper or plastic
cups.
• Test the turbines outdoors to explore wind energy.
41. Egg Drop Challenge:
• Challenge students to design a container that can protect a raw egg from
cracking when dropped from various heights.
• Explore concepts of gravity, force, and engineering.
42. Fossil Excavation:
• Create "fossils" using small plastic dinosaurs or other objects embedded in
clay.
• Students can "excavate" the fossils, learning about paleontology and
scientific observation.
43. Math Story Problems:
• Integrate math with storytelling by creating story problems for students to
solve.
• Encourage them to use mathematical concepts to find solutions.
44. DIY Thermochromic Slime:
• Make slime using thermochromic pigment that changes color with
temperature.
• Explore the science behind color-changing materials and discuss
temperature concepts.
45. Simple Electrical Circuits:
• Extend electrical circuit learning by having students create circuits to light
up multiple LEDs or buzzers.
• Introduce series and parallel circuits.
46. Nature Art Prints:
• Take a nature walk and collect leaves, flowers, and twigs.
• Use these items to create art prints by pressing them onto paper with
paint.
47. Math Sculptures:
• Use different shapes and sizes of building materials (like marshmallows
and toothpicks) to create 3D math sculptures.
• Reinforce geometry concepts while promoting creativity.
48. Rain Gauge and Weather Chart:
• Build a simple rain gauge and keep a weather chart to record rainfall.
• Discuss weather patterns and how data collection informs scientific
understanding.
49. DIY Lava Lamp:
• Create a homemade lava lamp using water, oil, and effervescent tablets.
• Explore the principles of density and chemical reactions.
50. Math Mystery Box:
• Place various objects inside a mystery box, and students use math clues to
guess the items based on properties like shape, size, or weight.
51. Seed Bombs:
• Make seed bombs by combining clay, soil, and seeds.
• Discuss the life cycle of plants and environmental conservation while
"planting" the seed bombs.
52. Geocaching Adventure:
• Introduce geocaching as a fun way to explore outdoor spaces and practice
navigation skills using GPS coordinates.
53. Architecture with Marshmallows and Toothpicks:
• Challenge students to build structures like houses or bridges using
marshmallows and toothpicks.
• Explore basic engineering principles.
54. Animal Life Cycle Craft:
• Choose an animal and create a craft depicting its life cycle.
• Discuss metamorphosis and the stages of growth for different animals.
55. DIY Anemometer:
• Build a simple anemometer to measure wind speed.
• Discuss how meteorologists use such tools to collect data.
56. Math Bingo with Math Operations:
• Play math bingo with operations like addition, subtraction, multiplication,
and division to reinforce basic arithmetic skills.
57. DIY Kaleidoscope:
• Create kaleidoscopes using cardboard tubes, mirrors, and colorful beads.
• Discuss symmetry and light reflection.
58. Sound Sandwich:
• Explore sound by creating "sound sandwiches" using various materials like
rubber bands, rice, or buttons between two paper plates.
• Discuss how materials affect sound vibrations.
59. DIY Rain stick:
• Create rain sticks using cardboard tubes, nails, and small beans.
• Explore the sound of falling rain and the principles of sound waves.
60. Coding with Botley or Bee-Bot:
• Introduce coding concepts using programmable robots like Botley or Bee-
Bot.
• Students can plan and execute simple code sequences.
61. Solar System Mobile:
• Create a solar system mobile using different-sized Styrofoam balls to represent
planets.
• Discuss the order of the planets and their characteristics.
62. Math Relay Race:
• Organize a relay race where students solve math problems at different stations.
• This combines physical activity with math practice.
63. Paper Chromatography Butterflies:
• Explore chromatography by creating colorful paper butterflies.
• Discuss the separation of colors and how it relates to science and art.
64. Invention Convention:
• Host an "Invention Convention" where students come up with creative solutions
to everyday problems.
• This fosters innovation and critical thinking.
65. Exploring Sound Waves with Musical Glasses:
• Fill glasses with varying amounts of water and create different pitches by tapping
them.
• Discuss the science of sound waves and how pitch is influenced by water levels.
66. Recycled Instrument Orchestra:
• Challenge students to create musical instruments using recycled materials.
• Form an "orchestra" and explore how different instruments produce sounds.
67. Fraction Pizza:
• Use paper circles to create fraction pizzas.
• Discuss fractions by dividing the pizzas into equal parts and adding toppings.
68. Magnetic Fishing for Numbers:
• Attach paper clips to numbered fish cutouts and use a magnetic fishing rod to
"catch" them.
• Reinforce number recognition and counting skills.
69. DIY Rainbow Prism:
• Create rainbows using prisms or CDs.
• Discuss the refraction of light and the colors of the spectrum.
70. DIY Windsocks:
• Make windsocks using paper, markers, and streamers.
• Hang them outdoors to observe wind direction and speed.
71. LEGO Math Challenge:
• Use LEGO bricks for math challenges such as building shapes, solving equations,
or creating patterns.
• Combine hands-on building with mathematical concepts.
72. Paper Bag STEM Challenges:
• Provide students with paper bags containing mystery materials and challenge
them to build specific structures or solve problems.
• Encourage creativity and teamwork.
73. Animal Adaptations Game:
• Create a board game that explores different animal adaptations.
• Students can learn about how animals have evolved to survive in various
environments.
74. DIY Rainbow Slime:
• Make rainbow slime using different colored layers.
• Discuss the science behind slime and experiment with mixing colors.
75. Geometry Scavenger Hunt:
• Conduct a geometry scavenger hunt where students find and classify shapes in
their surroundings.
• Reinforce geometry concepts through observation.
76. Mini-Weather Station:
• Build a mini-weather station with instruments like a thermometer, wind vane,
and rain gauge.
• Monitor and record daily weather conditions.
77. Pasta Math:
• Use different types of pasta for math activities.
• Sort, count, and perform simple addition and subtraction with pasta.
78. Ecosystem Simulation:
• Create a small-scale ecosystem in a jar with soil, plants, and small animals (like
worms).
• Discuss the interconnectedness of living organisms in an ecosystem.
79. DIY Catapults:
• Build simple catapults using craft sticks, rubber bands, and plastic spoons.
• Experiment with launching small objects and discuss concepts of force and
motion.
80. Geometry Shape Hunt:
• Give students a list of geometric shapes to find in their environment.
• Encourage them to take pictures or draw the shapes they discover.