Students love STEM challenges! The K Prep Enrichment class accepted the challenge to create the longest paper chain using 1 sheet of construction paper.  A variety of strategies emerged as each student came up with a plan to make the longest paper chain. Some students tried small rings, long rings,  and some even tried different types of rings to construct their chain. Thomas was our winner of the longest paper chain, his strategy was to create a chain with the skinniest pieces of paper he could cut.  Way to go Thomas!

This week was “bug week”! Each day the students learned about a different bug. All of the activities and snacks for the day revolved around that specific bug!  Check out these thematic lessons below!

Measuring with gummy worms

At group time, I demonstrated how a bee goes from flower to flower drinking their nectar and collecting pollen to bring back to the bee hive.

I then had the kids hold out their hands to act as flowers.

Sorting Magnetic and Non-magnetic Objects

Magnets teach “cause and effect” and other important problem solving skills that are essential for developing early brain connections.