First Month of STEM Lesson Plans
As the school year approaches, planning your first month of STEM activities can seem daunting. However, with the STEM Teachers Club Membership, you can streamline your planning process and ensure a successful start to your STEM curriculum. Use the coupon code CarlyandAdamBlog to save $5 on your membership today!
4 Themes For Your Back to School STEM Lesson Plans
1.) Teamwork
2.) The Engineering Design Process
3.) The Scientific Method
4.) Growth Mindset
During the school year there are two types of processes students will be using as they work through lessons (the scientific method and the engineering design process). Therefore, it is important that we take some time to explain those two processes at the beginning of the year and allow students some time to work through each one.
As students work through these two processes it is important that they use teamwork and a growth mindset. This is why we have chosen these four themes for students to work through during the first four weeks of school.
Here's how you can leverage the resources and support provided by the membership to make your first month a breeze.
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Week 1: Teamwork
Start the school year by fostering a collaborative environment with teamwork-focused activities. The STEM Teachers Club Membership offers a variety of lessons designed to teach students the importance of collaboration and effective communication. Activities like "Collaboration Station" for Kindergarten or "My Mouth is a Volcano" for first graders help students learn to work together, share ideas, and respect diverse perspectives. These activities set a positive tone for the rest of the year, encouraging students to support one another in their STEM endeavors.
Week 2: Engineering and the Engineering Design Process
Introduce students to the Engineering Design Process with engaging and hands-on projects. Using the resources from the STEM Teachers Club, you can guide students through identifying problems, brainstorming solutions, and developing prototypes. Books like "Harold and the Purple Crayon" for younger students or "Made by Maxine" for older students serve as great read-alouds to inspire creativity and problem-solving. The structured yet flexible lesson plans ensure that students grasp the fundamentals of engineering while having fun.
Week 3: Science and the Scientific Method
Delve into the Scientific Method with activities that promote inquiry-based learning. The membership provides detailed lesson plans that help students formulate questions, conduct experiments, and analyze results. Whether you choose "Newton and Curie: The Science Squirrels" for Kindergarten or "Alexander Graham Bell Answers the Call" for second grade, each book and accompanying activity are designed to spark curiosity and develop critical thinking skills.
Week 4: Growth Mindset
Encourage a growth mindset among your students with activities that emphasize perseverance and learning from mistakes. The STEM Teachers Club Membership offers resources that help students embrace challenges and view failures as opportunities for growth. Books like "Sky Color" for Kindergarten or "Giraffes Can’t Dance" for second grade, coupled with reflective activities, teach students that effort and persistence are key to success in STEM and beyond.
Simplifying Your Planning Process
The STEM Teachers Club Membership not only provides high-quality lesson plans but also offers a structured approach to implementing them. With weekly themes and suggested read-alouds, you can easily integrate STEM into your daily schedule. The detailed planning samples and customizable templates help you stay organized and ensure that your STEM activities are aligned with educational standards.
By focusing on teamwork, the Engineering Design Process, the Scientific Method, and a growth mindset, you can create a dynamic and engaging STEM learning environment from day one.
Ready to make STEM planning easier than ever? Join the STEM Teachers Club today and take the first step towards a successful and inspiring school year. Visit the STEM Teachers Club website for more information and to sign up.
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