Category: Applied Design, Skill and Technology
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Steam Challenge: Lego Bridge
This Lego Challenge was making a bridge that could carry the most load. They used rocks for load.
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Melt and Pour Soap Making
Melt and Pour soap are easy to make, does need adult supervision. We bought the Melt-and-Pour soap, (1) melted it in a double boiler, (it can be melted in microwave as well), (2) added scent and color, (3)and finally poured in the molds. What I learnt form YT vids – don’t over heat the soap,…
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Useful 3D Prints
Most of the 3d prints prints we did feels like just-for-fun, without much practical use. But it was fun for the kids, it did help to improve their computer skills. I think personalized bookmarks, key chains, nametags, are somethings that are actually useful. TinkerCad and Ultimake Cura softwares were used (both are free). TinkerCad is…
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Crochet, Finger knitting, Loom knitting
All these can be done with same yarn. Crochet needs the hook, I think kids aged 8+ may enjoy it. Finger knitting is easier, younger kids can do it as well. Loom knitting was the favorite for my kids, they were making tiny hats with it. The picture below is for Loom knitting.
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Fun Projects, basic Electronics
The kids made a flashlight and traffic light model. Projects like this help to learn about Electronic basics (battery, wires, LEDs). It is interesting, fun and keeps them busy. The instructions were pretty easy for 8-12 years old, they don’t need much adult help. The kit had Sanding paper to make the pieces fit into…
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STEAM Challenges-1
Listing some STEAM challenges that the kids enjoyed a lot, super fun and educational. Good for Applied Design, Skills and Technology. Lego Bridge Challenge: Build a bridge with given Lego pieces, and the bridge has to pass over a paper sheet (simulating water) without touching it. Test by how many stones (or weights) could be…
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Epoxy Resin crafts
Adult supervision required.
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Lego Maze, Marble Run
Fun to make, good for Applied Design, Skills and Technology.
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Free Certificate with Library Account
TinkerCad is a free (email address needed) online 3-D modelling program. No download required. You can complete Linkedin Learning course (with Library account) and get a certificate. The above certificate was for my Grade-5 homeschooler. It was so enjoyable that I did the course as well! Links: