Alphabet STEM - Activities for Letter A (Kinder STEM)
Updated: December 24, 2024
Type: Stage 1 & 2
Grade Level: PreK - 1
Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and STEM Career Activities for the letter A! These activities emphasize generally accepted outcomes for kindergarten readiness in the areas of math and science. The focus of this curriculum is to develop Stage 1 STEM skills and awareness of real-world STEM concepts and careers.
Letter A is part of the Alphabet STEM Curriculum for Kindergarten!
OVERVIEW
Your students will explore STEM subjects with the following activities related to the letter A:
Science Focus: Create an air cannon (Forces)
Technology Focus: Learn about apps
Engineering Focus: Design paper airplanes (Lift and Drag)
Math Focus: Apple adding game (addition)
STEM Career Focus: Astronaut puppet
As with many STEM activities, these activities can be tailored to students of various skill levels and abilities.
Included in this product:
Detailed teacher instructions and editable Google slides
Editable student handouts and printables to complete the activities
STEM Career Connections and real-world examples
Suggested Materials:
Plastic cups
Latex balloons
Razor blade/ scissors
Masking tape
Pom-poms
Coloring utensils
Paper
Stickers (Foam, anything 3D)
Adhesive jewels
Dice
Glue sticks
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