STEAM in the Library? Yes. We Do!

"When kids embrace a maker mindset, they learn to think divergently and solve problems by connecting seemingly disconnected ideas. They learn to take creative risks and try new things. They learn to embrace iterative thinking as they move through the creative process. In the process, they experience failure and develop a growth mindset. They become systems thinkers who can navigate complexity but they also become hackers and rebels who change the world. In other words, they become innovators." Follow this link to learn more:https://spencerauthor.com/classroom-makerspace

"The engineering design process, by definition, is a series of steps that engineers use to find a solution to a problem. These steps include: defining the problem, brainstorming solutions, designing and building a prototype of the solution, testing the solution, and improving it! Follow this link to learn more:

https://www.engineeringforkids.com/about/news/2020/march/importance-of-the-engineering-design-process/

Students use existing classroom literature, stories, novels, and expository texts as the basis for engineering design challenges that help them identify problems, design realistic solutions, and engage in the Engineering Design Process while reinforcing their literacy skills. As they read the text, students are prompted to identify problems faced by characters in the text and whether these problems are ones that might be addressed with a product or process that the students could design in the classroom. Follow this link to learn more: https://www.novelengineering.org/classroom-books/

Building a Beam Bridge

Making time for our Chess Skills

Building a Truss Bridge

Reading is always in fashion!! What are you reading?

"Read to Self" to build independent reading stamina after selecting "Good Fit" reading choices!

Writing about their STEAM Build. What materials did you use? How well did the materials work? What might you do differently for your next build?