Preparing K-9 Students for the Challenges of the Future
3D printing is ideal for hands-on exploration, and it provides experiential and project-based learning opportunities in STEAM subjects.
STEAMtrax is an innovative new curriculum for K-9 that integrates engineering and 3D printing technology with core academic knowledge in science, math, language arts, social studies and art. 3D design, printing and scanning are built into each module using the Cube® 3 printer and the Sense™ scanner.
STEAMtrax Curriculum Modules
- Problem-based, thematic storylines make learning relevant and fun
- Hands-on, constructivist learning stations to clarify science concepts
- Integration of 3D design, printing and scanning built into each module
- Engineering Project Design Process encourages critical thinking
- Variety of formative and summative assessments, including rubrics
- Flexible modules easily align to NGSS or state standards
- Available in digital or print platform
CURRICULUM MODULES AT A GLANCE
| PS 1 | LS 1 | ESS 1 | |
| 3rd | *Making a Mining Magnet Machine | *Building Beaver Dam Models | *Erecting Earthquake Resistant Homes |
| 4th | *Making Morse Code Messages | *Connecting an Irrigation System | *Welding Wind Resistant Roofs |
| 5th | *Building a Better Rubber Band Racer | *Creating Crab Coverings | *Tinkering with Turbines |
| MS-1 (6th) | Creating a Construction Crane | *Designing an Efficient Compost Bin | Producing Plate Tectonic Models |
| MS-1 (6th) | Creating a Construction Crane | *Designing an Efficient Compost Bin | Producing Plate Tectonic Models |
| MS-2 (7th) | Building an Organ Transport Compartment | *Synthesize a Solar Leaf Model | *Creating Coastal Barriers |
| MS-2 (7th) | Building an Organ Transport Compartment | *Designing an Efficient Compost Bin | Producing Plate Tectonic Models |
| MS-3 (8th) | *Fabricating Football Helmets (Newton’s 3rd law) | *Construct a Survival Heat Pack | Making a 3D Topographic landform model |
PS=Physical Science, LS=Life Science, ESS=Earth Science Systems
* NGSS Integrated Engineering in Performance Expectations