STEM Gallery – K and 5th

October 26-30

Kindergarten S.T.E.M.! Kids explored pumpkins inside and out using all of their senses, then they engineered structures using toothpicks and pumpkin candy. As a final challenge they attempted to build jack-o-lanterns with Legos. Click on images for higher resolution.

Fifth Graders worked in small groups to build and test parachutes based on different designs. They recorded the results of their experiments, then analyzed their data on parachute drop speed to determine the characteristics of an effective parachute in a thin atmosphere such as Mars. They will discuss and share their testing results looking for ways to improve their designs.