Program Descriptions
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Our after-school and summer youth programs are the core of what we do.
The STEAM Engine brings these STEAM-enriched programs to school and after-school programs across the Oklahoma City metro through our community-based partner sites. As of the 2023-24 school year, we are working with more than 150 students per week at 7 locations across the OKC metro. Check out Program Descriptions below. Interested in bringing one of these clubs to an out-of-school time program near you? Give us a call at 405-652-9697. |
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Programs for 3rd-4th Graders
WANDS AND WIZARDS (HP-INSPIRED STEAM EXPLORATION)
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Let your imagination run wild as we explore the magic behind the science, technology, engineering, arts, and math of your favorite wizard. From sorting hats to potions, charms to the care of magical creatures, this program is unforgettable!
Students make their own light-up wands, discern their futures with custom mugs and tea leaves, solve an age-old runic mystery, try their hand at caring for a magical garden and so much more. The program culminates in a Tri-Wizard Tournament to test critical thinking and problem-solving skills. 8 Lessons include activities from your favorite magical classes and events including:
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Thrills and spills rollercoaster physics (energy, physics, cardboard rollercoasters)
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How do rollercoasters work? What is the science behind these rumbling, tumbling machines? If you've ever been interested in the physics that make rollercoasters "go," this program is for you!
Students will learn about Newton's laws of motion, the forces of the universe, energy, and engineering. At the end of the program, club participants will have designed, tested, and debuted their very own cardboard rollercoaster! 8 lessons will cover topics like:
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MAKING PLACES (CITY PLANNING, ARCHITECTURE, ENGINEERING, AND CONSTRUCTION)
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CODING Unplugged (computational thinking and programming)
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Get a grip! Robotics in space (robotics, mechanics, and materiality)
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That's sew cool! Wearable technology (sewable circuits)
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Programs for 5th-6th Graders
code your own adventure in scratch
If your rising 5th or 6th grader is interested in learning about coding, this program is an excellent place to start!
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In this club, students will learn the basics of computer programming using coding blocks in Scratch to build their own "Choose Your Own Adventure" game.
They will learn about program design, storytelling in games, technological terminology while building their own adventure. They will learn to use conditionals, ask questions, and broadcast/receive messages on Scratch. When the students complete the program, they will have created their own Minimum Viable Product to play! 8 Lessons cover topics like:
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