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Winter Wonderland STEM Week

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Lesson Plan

Winter Wonderland STEM Week

Snowman and Winter STEM Activities

This week-long lesson plan engages K-3 students in exploring winter and snowman-themed STEM activities. Through a combination of Game-Based Learning, Project-Based Learning, and Collaborative Learning, students will develop creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. This lesson is important as it integrates hands-on activities with critical thinking, fostering a love for learning and exploration in young students.

Audience

K-3 Students

Time

1 Week

Approach

Game-Based Learning, Project-Based Learning, Collaborative Learning

Materials

Popsicle sticks, String, Cotton balls, Scissors, Glue sticks, Winter STEM Reading, Ice cube trays, Food coloring, and Paper

Step 1

Introduction to Winter STEM

30 mins

  • Begin with a discussion about winter and snowmen.
  • Introduce the week's activities and objectives.
  • Explain the importance of STEM in understanding the world around us.

Step 2

Snowman Building Challenge

1 hour

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide materials: popsicle sticks, string, cotton balls, scissors, glue sticks.
  • Challenge each group to build a snowman using the materials.
  • Encourage creativity and teamwork.

Step 3

Winter STEM Reading

30 mins

  • Distribute the 'Winter STEM Reading' handout.
  • Read together as a class, discussing key points and new vocabulary.
  • Ask students to share their thoughts and questions.

Step 4

Painting with Ice Cubes

1 hour

  • Prepare colored ice cubes using ice cube trays and food coloring.
  • Provide each student with a sheet of paper.
  • Allow students to paint by rubbing the colored ice cubes on the paper.
  • Discuss the melting process and how colors mix.

Step 5

STEM Game Day

1 hour

  • Organize a series of winter-themed STEM games.
  • Include activities like 'Snowball Toss' using cotton balls and 'Ice Melting Race'.
  • Encourage students to think about the science behind each game.

Step 6

Project Reflection and Sharing

30 mins

  • Have students present their snowman projects to the class.
  • Discuss what they learned and enjoyed about the activities.
  • Reflect on how teamwork and creativity played a role in their projects.

Step 7

Closure and Feedback

30 mins

  • Recap the week's activities and key learnings.
  • Ask students to share their favorite part of the week.
  • Collect feedback to improve future lessons.
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Reading

Winter STEM Reading

This reading introduces students to basic STEM concepts through the theme of winter and snowmen. It includes fun facts and simple explanations to engage young learners.

Winter STEM Fun

What is STEM?
STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. These are important subjects that help us understand the world!

Winter Wonders

  • Snowflakes: Did you know no two snowflakes are alike? They are made of ice crystals that form in the clouds.
  • Building a Snowman: When you build a snowman, you're using engineering skills! You have to think about balance and structure.

Fun Fact: The largest snowman ever built was over 122 feet tall! That's taller than a 10-story building.

Activity: Draw your own snowflake and describe what makes it unique.

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