Skill Sharpeners STEAM, Grade 4

Engage children in solving real-world problems with Skill Sharpeners: STEAM. STEAM is an approach to project-based learning that uses science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics to engage children in empathizing, thinking critically, collaborating, and coming up with solutions to solve real-world problems. Skill Sharpeners: STEAM is where creativity meets academics. Each unit includes a fun hands-on STEAM project that encourages children to enjoy the journey of creating and sharing his or her solution to help create a better world. Skill Sharpeners: STEAM activity books for grade 4 are organized around 9 real-world topics related to the environment, the Earth, people and cultures, and social and emotional learning. Topics include themes such as: Cultural Differences STEAM task: Design and make a board game that helps people learn about different cultures. Raising Awareness STEAM task: Make a video to raise awareness about a charitable cause. Empty Mall Space STEAM task: Create a proposal for how to use an abandoned mall space. Food Insecurity STEAM task: Create a picture cookbook with nutritious recipes. Access to Clean Water STEAM task: Make a model of a water well and a video explaining how a well could help more people to access clean water. Each unit includes a grade-appropriate story or nonfiction reading article, a STEAM task to solve, and activities that provide an integrated approach to learning: Science: important concepts and vocabulary related to the unit’s theme Technology: models about how technology is applied in the real world Engineering: examples of engineering solutions in the world Art: creative solutions through art projects Math: math operations to figure out solutions Plus, each title includes a: Career spotlight that highlights specific careers related to the topic Supply list for each STEAM task Bonus STEAM puzzle Certificate of completion Answer key Skill Sharpeners: STEAM creates entertaining and fun activities that get children thinking and learning without even realizing it. Every Skill Sharpeners workbook now includes a free downloadable Teaching Guide! Skill Sharpeners: STEAM Teaching Guides include: How to Use directions for approaching STEAM education Sample pacing guide to complete lessons and activities Teaching suggestions with STEAM rubric and graphic organizers Extension activities that include literature suggestions, virtual field trips, and discussion guides to deepen children’s connections and understanding