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S.T.E.M & Science
STEM activities benefit children by fostering crucial life skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration. These hands-on, inquiry-based experiences boost cognitive development, improve academic performance, and cultivate a lifelong love of learning by making abstract concepts tangible and relevant to the real world.
S.T.E.M & Science
​Host/Instructor: Emily
Members Program
Registration Required
September 2026 - August 2027
1340 Danforth Rd. Unit 506
11:00 a.m - 1:00 p.m
Recommended Age: 7+
STEM activities offer a hands-on approach to learning that fosters a wide range of developmental benefits for kids, from critical thinking to enhanced social and emotional skills. Engaging with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through play helps children develop a love for discovery and prepares them for an increasingly tech-driven world.
2026-2027 Program Dates & Activities
*Please provide 24 hours advance notice, if you are planning to attend club hosted programs and drop-off days*
Thursday, September 10th, 2026: Crystal Forest: Growing a Crystal Tree
Thursday, September 24th, 2026: Geode Smash
Thursday, October 8th, 2026: Weather: Make A Barometer
Thursday, October 22nd, 2026: Build a Board Game
Thursday, November 5th, 2026: Popsicle Stick Bridges
Thursday, November 19th, 2026: DIY Lego Race Cars: Testing Speed
Benefits of STEM Activities
Boosts Cognitive Skills:
STEM activities stimulate brain development, particularly in areas like logic, reasoning, and spatial awareness, laying a strong foundation for complex learning later in life.
Cultivates Critical Thinking:
Children are encouraged to approach challenges analytically and methodically, learning to think outside the box and form new ideas.
Fosters Problem-Solving Abilities:
Through experimentation and hands-on projects, kids learn to identify problems, develop solutions, and overcome obstacles.
Encourages Creativity and Innovation:
STEM nurtures creativity by providing opportunities for children to brainstorm, design, and invent, preparing them to be innovators.
Develops Collaboration and Communication Skills:
Many STEM activities involve teamwork, teaching children to work effectively with others, share ideas, and communicate their findings.
Promotes Resilience and Perseverance:
Children learn to persist through challenges and failures, building confidence and a greater sense of independence.
Makes Learning Engaging and Fun:
STEM activities provide practical, hands-on experiences that make abstract concepts more understandable and enjoyable, sparking a passion for learning and discovery.
Enhances Academic Performance:
The cognitive and critical thinking skills gained through STEM activities contribute to overall academic success and improved learning outcomes.