This is a storybook STEM challenge based on the book “there’s a hippopotamus on our roof eating cake”. It combines engineering concepts through building a tall structure that will withstand the weight of a hippopotamus. This activity involves problem solving, critical thinking, building, measurement and maths all combined with literacy too. *This page may contain […]
Activities
Coordinate System with Playdough
This is an activity to learn the concept of the coordinate system. We have presented it with hands on play using … playdough! It introduces the concept of 3D representation and different planes of reference. This is an activity to learn the STEM ideas of spatial representation, object formation, geometry and maths co-ordinates. *This page […]
STEM Look and Find Worksheets
I have created these look and find worksheets to provide a fun way to explore science, technology, engineering and maths. They promote the development of essentials skills in object recognition, counting, colour recognition, critical thinking and problem solving. *This page may contain affiliate links to products I recommend. If you purchase something from this page, […]
Construction themed invitation to play
This is an invitation to play with a construction theme. All of the materials are building materials that connect or stick together. It’s a perfect STEM activity for the young builder in your life. I love using these invitations to play trays for getting my kids to interact in open-ended play. I pick a variety […]
Beebot challenge of chance
Do you need an activity that combines screen free coding with chance? This is the perfect one! It uses programming to move a Beebot around a board game based on the roll of your dice. This game showcases number recognition, sequencing, coding and chance all in a fun and engaging way. What is a Beebot? […]
Racing rainbow science activity
This is a really fun science activity for kids. It’s easy, cheap, has minimal preparation time and produces very colourful rainbows! Lolly rainbows are always a big crowd pleasure with kids and I have turned this concept into a scientific study. The ‘racing rainbow game’ determines which type of food produces the completed rainbow the […]