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Preface
WelcometotheFutureofLearning!
The SKOOL21 STEM Handbook series is an exciting journey through the world of science, technology,engineeringandmath(STEM).DesignedforstudentsfromPre-KtoLevel12,this series ignites a passion for innovation and empowers young learners to become the problem-solversandinventorsoftomorrow.
BuildingonaStrongFoundation:
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Each book in the series aligns with the sequence of the Industrial Revolution, offering ageappropriateprojectsthatadheretocorecontentstandards.FrombasicmechanicsinPreK to advanced 3D modeling in Level 12, students will gain a comprehensive understanding oftechnologicaladvancements.
LearningbyDoing:
This series goes beyond reading about science and technology. Every book comes with a STEM kit or tool, designed for groups of 2-3 students (Pre-K–K), 4-5 students (1–9, 11), or whole class (10, 12) Students will actively engage in hands-on activities and challenges, reinforcingcorescienceandmathconceptsfromtheircurriculum
Real-WorldApplications:
Webelieveinconnectinglearningtoreal-worldchallenges.Eachprojectislinkedtospecific Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations This allows students to see the impact of their creations and understand how STEM can contribute to a brighter future.
InternationallyRecognizedStandards:
The SKOOL21 STEM Innovators Handbook series has been reviewed and approved by STEM.orgUSA,ensuringitmeetsinternationalSTEMstandards.Weincorporatekeyelements oftheSTEMprocess,includingengineeringdesign,21st-centuryskills,real-worldchallenges andtechnologyintegration.
Embrace the spirit of innovation, ignite curiosity and empower the next generation of problemsolverswiththe SKOOL21STEMInnovatorsHandbookseries!
HappyInnovating!
IntroductiontotheKit
Thiskitisdesignedtosparkcuriosityandfostercreativityinyounglearnersaged 4–5 years. Inside, you’ll find an exciting assortment of components that will help children prototype and explore various solutions to the challenges presented in thisbook.
3x4FRAME
2X3HOLEBASE
5HOLEROD
3HOLEROUNDROD
160MMCONNECTOR
80MMCONNECTOR
6TGEARWITHADAPTER
18TGEARWITHADAPTER
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With these materials, children will engage in hands-on learning, developing foundational STEM skills such as problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration. Each challenge in the handbook is designed to encourage imaginative thinking and introduce young minds to the exciting world of STEM through play and exploration.
PEGROD ROD SCREW
NAIL NUT WHEEL CUBE HEMISPHERE
FORMINISTRYOFPRIMARY&SECMAKEITSPIN
MakeitSpin
Circletheobjectsthatspin.
Howdoobjectsthatspinmove?
Circlethecorrectanswer.
Inacircle Inasquare Inaline
Drawapictureofanobjectspinning. MakeitSpin
Now,grabyourSTEMkittostartthe project!
MakeitSpin Project1
Build
Buildanobjectthatspins.
Herearesomeexamples:
MakeitSpin Project1 FORMINISTRYOFPRIMARY&SEC
Drawyourobject.
Buildanotherobjectthatspins.
Drawyournewobject.
MakeitSpin Project1
Howmanypiecesdidyouusefor yourspinningobject?
Circleyouranswer.
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Howmanypiecescanspin?
MAKEITROLL
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Drawapictureofarollingobject.
Now,grabyourSTEMkittostartthe project!
MakeitRoll Project2
Drawyourobject.
MakeitRoll Project2
Buildanobjectthatrolls. Build
Herearesomeexamples:
MakeitRoll Project2
Buildanotherobjectthatrolls.
Drawyournewobject.
Howmanypiecesdidyouusefor yourobject?
Circleyouranswer.
Whichshapehelpedyourobject roll?
Circleyouranswer.
Circle Square Triangle
MakeitRoll Project2
Inwhichdirectiondidyourobject move?
Circleyouranswer.
MAKEITTALL
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Circletheobjectsthataretall.
Canpeoplebuildtallobjects?
Canyoufindtallobjectsinnature?
MakeitTall
Drawatallandashortobject.
Tall Short
Now,grabyourSTEMkittostartthe project!
Project3
MakeitTall
Buildatallobject. Build
Herearesomeexamples:
Project3 MakeitTall
Circlethe3Dshapesyouused.
Doesyourobjectfallovereasily?
Circleyouranswer.
Yes No
Drawyournewobject.
Isyourobjecttallerthanyourdesk?
Circleyouranswer.
Isyourobjecttallerthanyou?
Circleyouranswer.
MAKEITTEN
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Circlethepictureswithtenobjects.
Circlethecorrectanswer.
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Drawtenstars.
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3 8 4 9 5 10
Now,grabyourSTEMkittostartthe project!
MakeitTen Project4
Build
Buildanobjectwithonlytenpieces.
Herearesomeexamples:
Howmanycylindersdidyouuse? Circleyouranswer. 0 1 2 more