Nature play: Maths and optics
While free play in natural environments is important for their general skills development, children’s observations can also lead to fantastic STEM learning opportunities.
Mathematics
Our favourite 3: Mathematics
Many books rely on mathematical concepts and can help you start a journey of exploration that takes you beyond counting and shape spotting.
Cultivating a variety of STEM skills in the garden
Enrich gardening by cultivating children’s STEM skills in all areas. Our head trainer Lena provides practical tips for incorporating engineering, technology and maths into the outdoor experience.
Shapes of Australia
Invite the children to point out their favourite shapes and colours in the book to spark the imagination and train the observation skills.
Sam and Dave dig a hole
This story about determination, resilience and perseverance shows that sometimes the real treasure is sharing an experience with a friend.
Satellites: Help from space
Satellites not only satisfy our curiosity about the universe but also serve very practical purposes. Can you think of times when you felt grateful for the help of satellites?
Can you blow bubbles on the Moon?
Bubbles are fascinating: The spherical shape, the sheen and the rainbow colours, the way they float and move with the air currents… They are a source of wonder; but how do they form? What makes them pop? What holds them together? AND can you blow bubbles on the Moon?
Ten little pirates
Beyond the obviously STEM-relevant counting backwards, there is a wealth of discussion points in this story, from weather to sea animals.
Maths myths
Half of our workshop participants have negative associations with this STEM subject. How are we supposed to kindle the children’s joy of mathematics if we are terrified of it?