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Forget the hammering, the heat, and the blue prints. These little construction workers are going to build, design, and develop structures using a variety of materials. Not only will they be immersed in STEM, they will learn length, height, weight, and shape as their prototypes are created.
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Adaptable
NGSS:
Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
- Wearing a construction hat; read aloud to the little builders
- Introduce lesson with Lego® and have little workers build something
- Special treat: show a 15-minute clip or segment of Bob the Builder
Classroom Considerations
- Materials will need to be obtained and prepared before lesson
- Invite a contractor/builder as a guest speaker
Pros
- STEM-produced activities for preschoolers
- Challenging and entertaining for little ones
- Includes assessment and extension exercises
Cons
- None
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