As I was looking back and checking the stats of our most popular STEAM activities from the past year, I noticed a common theme… the most popular activities emphasized one thing….
As a mom of 3 young children, I totally get why this one thing was found in each activity.
You don’t have a lot of time in your busy schedule to set up and complete activities with your child.
You want quick and easy activities that are challenging and engaging.
The top 5 STEAM activities listed below emphasize…easy!
You don’t need a lot of time or fancy tools to get started with STEAM activities with your child.
Use common household materials in a new way to explore, experiment and challenge your child’s creative and critical thinking skills.
Check out our top 5 activities below. Click the activity title to view the full tutorial.
#1 Pendulum Painting Made Easy
Explore the force of painting with this Science meets Art activity. The best part is you only need common household items to get started.
A simple yet effective way to try printmaking. Explore a new way to create marks with a cookie sheet, paint and your finger!
#3 DIY Art Bot Drawing Machine
Turn a pool noodle and electric toothbrush (from the dollar store) into a working drawing machine!
Inspired by Rube Goldberg, use your creative thinking and problem solving skills to turn your brain into a Simple Machine Brain!
#5 How to Make a Colorful Snowflake in 5 Easy Steps
Put a new twist on paper snowflakes by adding color! Use a coffee filter, markers, and water to experiment with color mixing.
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All of your STEAM activities are brilliant. My personal favorite is your DIY Art Bot Drawing Machine.
Thank you! It is one of our favorites too!