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    Learn about STEM and some of the fun ways we use it in everyday life. 

    Lesson Objectives:

    Students should be able to

    • Recall what "STEM" means (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
    • List some STEM job examples and some ways STEM is used in daily life
    • Explain how STEM is used in the kitchen

    This enrichment lesson is geared towards grades K-4. 

  • Engage! What is STEM?

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      Engage

      What is STEM? STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Although you may not have heard of it before, STEM is all around us! Join Bekkah as she describes how STEM is related to the cake she is baking.

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  • Explore! STEM in the Kitchen

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      Software Setup

      Now that you know what STEM is and that it is hiding all around you, we are going to take a look at STEM items that can be found in a kitchen!


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  • Explain! STEM is Everywhere

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      Hardware Setup

      Join Bekkah as she reviews what STEM is, different jobs related to STEM, and how STEM is used in everyday life! 


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  • Extend! STEM is Fun, Mug Cake

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      Circuit Triggers Internet Action

      Join Bekkah in some sweet, sweet science. It's time to make a mug cake!


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      Make sure you are ready to follow along with Bekkah as she explores the science behind making a mug cake.

      You can download the Mug Cake Worksheet, but writing your results in a notebook will work just as well!

  • Evaluate! STEM is Fun Matching Game

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      Combining Inputs and Outputs

      Now that you've learned about STEM in the Kitchen, play this matching game to test your knowledge! 


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