STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths and in
recent years there’s been a heavy push on developing children within these
areas. As we know, there’s a widening skills gap that we’re seeing in the
corresponding industries and investment into education is being made in
response. The fields offer prestigious career opportunities, boast impressive
salary expectations, and offer unrivalled job security. To help your child
improve and explore opportunities in STEM, follow the guidance that we have
included below from a girls’ preparatory school.
Water Play
Science can be lots of fun and is something that you can help your child with at home using just a bucket full of water. You can teach them all about forces by picking up and dropping objects that you can find straight in. For a bit of fun, why not turn it into a guessing game where you can earn points?
Coding Games
Coding is a skill that is growing in demand as digital work
expands. Children can learn it through coding games available on the app store
and put the theory into practice as they code their own creations.
Mental Maths Games
There’s nothing quite like a family games night. It can make for
some quality time with you and your children whilst helping them with their
maths (if mathematical).
Visit a Science Museum
There are a number of science attractions all over that you can
visit with your children. It’s a great idea for a day out in the holidays and
can show them real life applications of what they have been learning about in
school. If your child’s a kinaesthetic learner, they will be completely in
their element.
Create a Model Volcano
A volcano is something that you can easily mock up using
newspaper, PVA glue, vinegar, water, dish soap and 2 drops of food
colouring.
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