STEM 45

This dancing raisins science experiment is a fun and easy way to explore gases and how they differ from liquids and solids. 

Encourage children to think like scientists using this worksheet for simple science experiments. This format will introduce children to the scientific method.

Scavenger hunts are a great way for children to learn through play. This activity is good for all ages, but especially for those still learning their colours.

The term Sight Words is often used to describe High Frequency Words and Tricky (or irregular) words. Learning them is crucial in developing strong reading and writing skills. Finding fun and interesting ways to practise spelling can be the hard part, so make it hands-on by using play dough.

Cheerios have so many uses. When you're not eating them, you can use them for learning! Counting and estimating are important skills practised in this activity.

Letter matching activities are an excellent way to explore the alphabet. This is a very simple and easy upper and lowercase letter matching activity, with some fine motor skills practice thrown in!

Have fun with high frequency word practice! Using paint brings fun and colour into this spelling activity.  Simply sketch out the words to focus on in pencil and let your child trace over them with paint. 

CVC words are three letter words that follow a consonant/vowel/consonant pattern. Use building blocks to help blend sounds when reading common CVC words. Making reading practice fun and hands-on.

Strengthen hand, wrist and finger muscles on a daily basis with this simple tong object sorting exercise. The squeezing action helps improve general hand strength.

Communication between the eyes and the hand allows for the coordination to write or draw or place objects into the correct spot. Following patterns is often the first step in practising this skill.

This fun scavenger hunt focuses on the initial phonetic sound of common words. Children will have fun hunting around the house for items!

Finding fun ways of practising the shape of numbers is important for keeping kids engaged. Play dough can be a fun way to represent the shapes of numbers.