STEAM in the Classroom is a University of Illinois Extension program developed to educate youth in concepts within Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Agriculture, and Math. We are introducing new programs and resources involved with STEAM education in order to provide authentic learning experiences for youth in McLean County.
We serve educational facilities throughout Livingston, McLean, and Woodford counties including (but not limited to) 4-H Clubs, Library Programs, Youth Programs, and K-12 Schools. Educational programming presentations are available upon request.
Everyday Steam Activities: Challenge Young Minds to Create, Innovate, and Explore!
STEAM challenges are a great resource for teachers, at-home learners, and families. STEAM in the Classroom Program Coordinator, Heather, offers activities to use inside the classroom or at home. Classroom program assistance is available upon request.
Chick It Out
Chick It Out
Chick it Out is a program where students experience the joy of embryology. As a teacher, you will get the research-based embryology curriculum and materials to lead this program in your classroom!
Chick It Out: Teacher Training
Join us for a hands-on teacher training for the Chick It Out program! Learn about chick development, how to use the incubator in your classroom, and explore resources and lessons to bring this exciting science project to life.
Seasonal Program Offerings
STEAM Program Activities: Screen-Free Coding
Are you searching for engaging, screen-free activities for your youth this winter? Check out these STEAM program resources that will involve youth in fun, hands-on coding!
STEAM Program Activities: Cold and Frosty
Don't get the winter blues. Check out these STEAM program resources related to the snow and the cold weather to inspire youth!
STEAM Program Activities: Old-Fashioned Toys
The winter season often means time for toys, games, and fun! Check out these STEAM program resources related to old-fashioned toys.
Program Offerings Available Year-Round
STEAM Resource Catalog
Check out the FREE resources offered to teachers, home-school groups, 4-H leaders, and other youth service organizations.
The resources in our catalog are available free of charge. Teachers, 4-H leaders, and community youth service organizations are encouraged to check out our kits to facilitate STEAM exploration with youth and create authentic learning experiences.
We hope these resources are an easy-to-use way to get youth involved with fun, hands-on activities guided by research-based curriculum. If you find that any resource does not live up to that expectation, please provide feedback so we can ensure quality resources for the youth.
Contact our STEAM in the Classroom Program Coordinator!
STEAM Challenges
STEAM challenges are creative activities, experiments and projects designed for youth, at-home learners, or teachers to utilize with common everyday items. Check out these challenges for STEAM exploration, discovery, and innovation!
Check out our STEAM Challenges Resource guide here!
March STEAM Challenges
Find the full March STEAM Challenge Guide Here!
Become a Scientist
Information for these STEAM challenges coming soon!
Cultures
Weather and Earth
STEAM At Home
Weekly STEAM Challenges provide experiential STEAM learning experiences to youth, wherever they may be. Please enjoy these virtual activities and feel free to share your creation and experience on our STEAM in the Classroom Facebook page.
Have ideas for a challenging STEAM activity or want to share what your club, class, or youth have done related to STEAM? Contact Heather Hoffman and your idea may be featured here or on our Facebook page!
For more information and activity ideas visit the STEAM Challenges resource.
Grant Opportunities
STEAM in the Classroom Newsletter
More information about the STEAM in the Classroom Newsletter will be coming soon.
We are here to help.
Myla Munro
