The Everything STEM Handbook
Subtitle: Help your child learn and succeed in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math
By: Rihab Sawah and Anthony Clark
Series: Everything Series
Publisher: Adams Media; Everything
Published: 2015
Place of publication: Avon, Massachusetts
Language: eng
Format: Paperback, eBook
ISBN-13: 9781440589799; 9781440589805
Copyright date: 2015
Subjects: Science; Activity programs; Study and teaching (Elementary); Engineering; Technology; FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS / Activities; Mathematics; EDUCATION / Parent Participation
First sentence: STEM is a well-known acronym in the education arena, and it’s rapidly on its way to becoming a household word.
Description: "Projects and experiments to inspire and challenge your kids! The STEM fields (science, technology, engineering, and math) are top education priorities in the United States--and they are growing fields with a high demand for jobs. If you want to make sure your children are prepared for the future in these fields, here's how you can help: Make it fun! Expose them to hands-on, real-world, and fun activities so they'll become engaged, motivated, and successful students later on. Look inside for ideas and activities to stimulate your child's interest in these fascinating subjects, including:  Racing juice cans  Setting up a circuit  Observing potato osmosis  Building a mousetrap race car  Creating a Cartesian treasure map  Going on a geometry scavenger hunt  Building a bridge  Exploring food chemistry  With easy-to-understand examples, problem-solving tips, and hands-on projects your family can create together, this guide gives you the tools you need to help your kids excel and foster a lifetime love of learning"--

"A guide for parents hoping to teach their kids the basics of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)"--
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.