Engage children in solving real-world problems with Skill Sharpeners: STEAM. STEAM is an approach to project-based learning that uses science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics to engage children in empathizing, thinking critically, collaborating, and coming up with solutions to solve real-world problems.Skill Sharpeners: STEAM is where creativity meets academics. Each unit includes a fun hands-on STEAM project that encourages children to enjoy the journey of creating and sharing his or her solution to help create a better world.Skill Sharpeners: STEAM activity books for grade 1 are organized around 9 real-world topics related to the environment, the Earth, people and cultures, and social and emotional learning. Topics include themes such as:Trash STEAM task: Design and make a machine that will gather litter and help clean the community.Playground STEAM task: Make a model of inclusive playground equipment.Clean Water STEAM task: Create a water collector that filters water.Butterflies STEAM task: Make a butterfly feeder that attracts butterflies to a garden.Recess STEAM task: Make a game that uses music and movement.Each unit includes a grade-appropriate story or nonfiction reading article, a STEAM task to solve, and activities that provide an integrated approach to learning:Science: important concepts and vocabulary related to the unit’s themeTechnology: models about how technology is applied in the real worldEngineering: examples of engineering solutions in the worldArt: creative solutions through art projectsMath: math operations to figure out solutionsPlus, each title includes a:Career spotlight that highlights specific careers related to the topicSupply list for each STEAM taskBonus STEAM puzzleCertificate of completionParent guide with teaching tipsAnswer keySkill Sharpeners: STEAM creates entertaining and fun activities that get children thinking and learning without even realizing it.Every Skill Sharpeners workbook now includes a free downloadable Teaching Guide! Skill Sharpeners: STEAM Teaching Guides include:How to Use directions for approaching STEAM educationSample pacing guide to complete lessons and activitiesTeaching suggestions with STEAM rubric and graphic organizersExtension activities that include literature suggestions, virtual field trips, and discussion guides to deepen children’s connections and understanding