Real Engineering Experiments: 25+ Exciting Steam Activities for Kids - Paperback

by Anthony Tegtmeyer (Author)

STEAM-powered experiments in engineering for kids ages 8 to 12

Learn about the amazing world of engineering for kids and how it works together with science, technology, art, and math. Whether you're experimenting with structures, materials, mechanics, or electrons, this book offers step-by-step instructions and full-color pictures that help you answer questions like "what can we use magnetism for?" and "how do catapults work?"

This guide to engineering for kids features:

• Engineering explained--Dive deep into what it means to be an engineer as you learn about the different types of engineers and how they approach challenges.
• Amazing experiments--Build a robot, make your own battery, clean polluted water, create a wind-powered car, and more using basic items you might already have at home.
• Beginner guidance--Find explanations for why each experiment works, as well as suggestions for taking them even further.

Explore the amazing world of engineering for kids with these fun experiments that will get kids excited about learning.

Author Biography

Anthony Tegtmeyer teaches high school technology and engineering. He coaches Science Olympiad, sponsors Rocket Club, and has started a Girls in STEM club at his school. Anthony is the Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Engineering Teacher of the Year for 2020, as well as a PLTW Master Teacher for Engineering Design and Development. He has worked in the aerospace, automotive, manufacturing, and technology industries.