Spring is the season best known for new beginnings, presenting an opportunity to explore new interests and try new things. The National Inventors Hall of Fame invites children to explore the wonder and science of flowers with hands-on activities that engage them in discovering the blooming effects of springtime.
Here are some activities to help children spring into STEM learning.
“Fizzy Flowers”
Creating fizzy flowers is an occasion for children to make observations like real scientists do. This engaging STEM activity creates playful fizzing that sparks curiosity about chemical reactions.
“Magic Blooming Flowers”
This STEAM activity combines the magic of science and art in just a few simple steps. After folding squares of paper into flowers, children will be amazed as they watch their flowers magically bloom when they place them in water.
“The Science of Flowers”
If you’re looking for a way for children to discover how flowers grow, try this classic STEM activity. Children patiently wait for flowers to sprout from a seed, taking notes that detail the plant’s progress.
“Color-Changing Flowers Experiment”
This artful science activity is an engaging visual lesson on the vascular system of plants and how they transport, or “drink,” water.
“The Buzz on Pollination”
In this STEAM activity, children apply creativity and design thinking using upcycled materials to create a pollination device. The activity also offers a history lesson about the invention of the modern beehive.
This season of profound renewal isn’t just beautiful; it’s an unparalleled opportunity to spark curiosity and ignite a passion for learning in blossoming young minds!