Celebrate National STEM Day with a STEAMtastic Challenge Island Field Trip!

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Published on November 8, 2024

November 8th is National STEM Day, a celebration that highlights the importance of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics in our everyday lives. This day serves as a reminder to inspire curiosity and promote engagement in these vital fields, equipping students with critical skills for the future. To commemorate this special day, we invite you to join us for a thrilling adventure inspired by our bestselling STEAM Adventure book series!

Why National STEM Day Matters

National STEM Day is more than just a date on the calendar; it’s an opportunity to ignite a passion for learning. Engaging students in hands-on STEM activities fosters problem-solving skills, creativity, and teamwork—essential components for success in today’s world. By making learning interactive and fun, we can inspire the next generation of innovators.

STEAMtastic Challenge Island Field Trip

Join us for an exciting Challenge Island STEAMtastic Challenge Island Field Trip featuring three thrilling adventures inspired by our bestselling books!

The Bridge to Sharktooth Island  

Just like the characters in our bestselling Challenge Island STEAM Adventure book series, this field trip has students designing bridges that can carry their STEAM Team across “shark-infested” waters. They learn about the world’s strongest shape and take a deep dive into Sydney Harbor, home of the world’s most famous truss bridge. The field trip wraps up with the students making sparkling Ocean Slime! An optional upgrade offers a book for every child.

Anaconda Squeeze  

Inspired by our bestselling *The Race Across Anaconda Swamp* book, this slithering Amazon Rainforest adventure is set in the dark, murky depths of the forest floor. Students learn about the rainforest food chain as they zero in on the marvelous, monstrous anaconda. STEAM Teams then engineer and construct their very own Anaconda Squeeze ride, complete with spiraling twists and turns! An optional upgrade includes a book for every child.

Surprise at Blowcart Beach 

Yo Ho Ho, buccaneers! It’s time to dive into the Golden Age of Exploration when pirate ships ruled the seven seas. During this swashbuckling field trip, based on our bestselling STEAM adventure book *The Surprise at Blowcart Beach*, STEAM Teams work with their first mates to design and engineer their own wind-powered sloops and schooners. An optional upgrade includes an individual book for every child.

Join Us!

These STEAMtastic challenges not only promote hands-on learning but also inspire creativity and collaboration among students. Celebrate National STEM Day with us, and let’s embark on a journey that sparks curiosity and encourages a lifelong love for STEM!

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