Wilson Bentley Preschool Snowflake STEAM Challenge
Introduce your preschoolers to the fascinating world of snowflakes with the Wilson Bentley Preschool STEAM Challenge! In this activity, children will design, build, and photograph their very own snowflakes using marshmallows and toothpicks. Through hands-on exploration, they will learn about symmetry, patterns, and shapes while developing their fine motor skills. A fun and educational addition to any preschool activity library!
Inside this 18-page PDF you will find:
Lesson Plan
People You Should Know- Wilson Bentley “Snowflake Bentley” Biography poster
A visual poster introducing Wilson Bentley, highlighting his life and groundbreaking work in photographing snowflakes.
Snowflakes are Special Poster A colorful poster that showcases unique snowflakes and their six arms.
Snowflake Engineering Worksheet : Worksheet for each child to sketch and reflect on their snowflake designs.
Vocabulary Flashcards : Flashcards that introduce key snowflake vocabulary words referenced throughout this challenge.
STEAM Challenge Poster: Design and Build & Photograph Snowflakes: A poster that provides an overview of the STEAM challenge, encouraging children to design and build their snowflakes using marshmallows and toothpicks and photograph them like Wilson Bentley.
Snowflake Mats Extension Activity : 4 Snowflake Building Mats that can be used with marshmallows and toothpicks or dough and toothpicks to encourage students to build complex structures.
Activity Directions, TOS, and Graphics Credit
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