Kool Kat Science
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Toledo, Ohio, United States
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We bring 20 years of classroom teaching, 20+ years of programming across multiple industries, and 15 years of writing STEM lessons for schools in the US and for our STEM clubs and workshops.
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Cloud Banners
In this investigation, teams will color-code a kite design on graph paper to visualize the surface area of a kite. The activity can be followed up with a Cloud Banner presentation that shows how kites are used to represent stories from different regions around the world and to show values and special interests. People have used kites to share art and ideas for thousands of years. If you’re planning to build kites for an Art or STEAM unit, this Cloud Banners presentation makes a great introduct
2nd - 4th
Art, Geography, Geometry
Cardboard Construction Techniques Slideshow
When making structures, there are many techniques for building with cardboard. This slideshow provides details about ten different construction techniques: cutting cardboardmaking creasesscoringcreating curvesmaking a flange basebuilding a vertical walland moreFounded on classic engineering principles, these techniques will enable your students to build stable and durable structures that showcase their creativity.
3rd - 6th
Art, Engineering, Geometry
CCSS, NGSS
3.G.A.2
, 4.G.A.1
, 4.G.A.3
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SketchUp Mars Rover Modeling Bundle
SketchUp is 3D modeling software used by engineers, architects, and designers around the world. It is very powerful and can be used to build highly detailed models. This bundle includes a PowerPoint introduction, a step-by-step beginner's worksheet, four sets recipe cards, and teacher background notes. The introduction familiarizes students with the SketchUp interface and the basic tools.The worksheet guides novice SketchUp users as they build a 3D model of a Mars rover chassis and wheels. Each
4th - 6th
Engineering, Geometry, Science
SketchUp Fundamentals – Mars Rover Edition
SketchUp is CAD software used for 3D modeling. Students can use Sketch-Up for a variety of tasks in the STEM classroom including Design, Virtual Prototyping, Project Drawings, and 3D Printing. This presentation guides students through several fundamental tasks needed to learn the SketchUp application: Setup toolbars and drawing settingsDraw lines, circles and arcsCreate 2D shapes: rectangles, circles, and polygonsPush-Pull tool (3d extrusions and holes)Move and Copy objects
3rd - 6th
Engineering, Geometry
Also included in: SketchUp Mars Rover Modeling Bundle
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About the store
Experience
We bring 20 years of classroom teaching, 20+ years of programming across multiple industries, and 15 years of writing STEM lessons for schools in the US and for our STEM clubs and workshops.
Teaching style
The Kool Kat Science approach to constructing STEM workshops utilizes fundamental STEM skills like critical thinking, creativity, curiosity, and collaborative problem-solving. Design thinking, real-world technical skills, innovative tools, and materials are utilized while encouraging the development of grit and resilience in our students.
My own education history
BS earned in Elementary Education in 1998 from Taylor University, with middle school endorsements in science, mathematics, technology, language arts, and social studies. MS earned in 2009 from The University of Cincinnati in Science Curriculum Instruction.
Additional biographical information
In 2008, Paula served in a team of educators to implement STEM education in the Cincinnati Public School System. In this capacity, she wrote curricula, trained teachers, served as a focus group liaison, and event coordinator for STEM education programs. Beginning in 2014, Dave, a software engineer, and Paula began writing project-based STEM and STEAM curricula for school districts across the United States and worldwide.
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