What is STEM, and why is it important for my child?

At Starakidz, we believe the old adage that "hands-on, interactive learning sparks curiosity and creativity." Our Stem program supports an introduction to these four fascinating disciplines about the world of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics in a fun and accessible way. As children learn in a manner that fosters problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and understanding of the world they live in, these are important aspects of STEM education. Exposure to STEM concepts early builds a solid foundation in various skills that, in the long run, will help them academically, in personal relationships, and in professional lives. While participating in projects and activities with your child, you will teach him or her many STEM-related topics, but more importantly, you will encourage their confidence to explore and innovate.

 

Why should my child participate in STEM-related activities?

For a very dynamic world that now relies on innovation and technology, it is crucial to introduce STEM to your child as early as possible. STEM education will create a stronger base for the child to learn in the near future. Why is STEM important?

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Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving Skills: This encourages children to think as much as they can in their minds and always see problems from one perspective or the other on how many solutions may be in the picture.

 

Creativity & Innovation: They will make possibilities and imagine new things through technology, science, and engineering challenges.

 

Hands-On Learning: It is about hands-on instead of seeing only. Children get a clear notion of concept principles through experimenting, building projects, and real applications within a real-world environment.

 

Future-Ready Skills: With technology ever on the move, children introduced to STEM skills early stand a good chance of thriving in advanced educational and career pursuits in the future.

 

We're helping our children prepare for their futures by empowering them to think, problem-solve, and innovate tomorrow.

 

What topics and activities can my child expect to learn about in the STEM program?

The Starakidz STEM program engages children in activities that are fun, exciting, and research-based to help explore core concepts within the fields of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Here is what your child will be learning:

 

Science: They use simple experiments to move on to trying to understand nature. It helps learn about the scientific method, living organisms, the environment, and basic physics through hands-on experiments to figure out how things work.

 

Technology: The child learns what are appropriate technologies and sets the stage with basic coding and interactive apps and digital tools for their learning exploration. This activity will help them to know how technology impacts our daily lives and how to use it creatively.

 

Engineering: Using fun building projects such as building simple machines or constructing bridges, is how children develop into hands-on, mind-on exploration of concepts in engineering. They learn to plan design and test structures and develop problem-solving, and collaboration skills.

 

Mathematics: Through STEM activities, math is taught in a more interactive, real-life situation. While participating in the activity they are doing - building structures, designing patterns, or calculating measurements - children will develop shapes, patterns, measurements, and basic geometry.

 

All activities we have set up are developmental for your child. It would allow them to involve themselves with the material in an experiential manner with meaning and fun.