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Goals To Discuss what STEM should look like during out- of-school time To review DSC’s programs for out-of school time Science and Math AfterSchool KidzScience, 3-5 The Science Explorer, K-6 AfterSchool KidzMath, K-6 The Math Explorer, 6-8 To answer any questions

Developmental Studies Center Non-Profit, Based in Oakland, CA Working in after-school settings since 1995 Mission Driven A Commitment to the Whole Child ACADEMIC Achievement SOCIAL Skills ETHICAL Development EMOTIONAL Well-Being

Reflection Why is out-of school time the perfect place for STEM? What are the important characteristics of STEM programming during out-of-school time?

DSC’s STEM programs AfterSchool KidzScience, 3-5 The Science Explorer, K-6 AfterSchool KidzMath, K-6 The Math Explorer, 6-8

AfterSchool KidzScience

Lawrence Hall of Science Established in 1968 Renowned resource center for math and science education for children pre-school to high school A public science center with exciting hands-on experiences for learners of all ages At the University of California, Berkeley A national leader in the development of innovative materials and programs for students, teachers, families, and the public at large.

What is AfterSchool KidzScience? Grades 3–5 Inquiry-based science program Designed specifically for out-of-school settings Hands-on science activities Activities: Are engaging Are easy to lead Excite children about science Build science knowledge and inquiry abilities Help children learn important cooperation and team work skills

Goals for Children Children will: Do hands-on cooperative activities and learn how to investigate the way scientists do Leave each of the sessions thinking, “Science is cool and I can do it!”

What is Available? 4 Physical Science Kits Magnets Oobleck Bubbles Falling and Flying 4 Life Science Kits Exploring Habitats Predators and Prey Colors in Nature Beach Science 4 Green Science Kits (coming April 2011) Alternative Energy Fresh Water Waste Not Food From Plants (coming later)

What are the components? Currently 12 kits Each kit contains 4 sessions Each session is about 45 minutes

What’s included in a kit?

The Session Format Every session starts with a question of the day Engage Each session begins with a quick introduction and a question of the day designed to engage the children and get them thinking Explore During this part of the session, the children explore and experiment. Make Sense Each session ends with an opportunity for the children to reflect and make sense of what they’ve experienced and discovered.

Support for the Leader The program includes: Step-by-step instructions for each session Questions to stimulate children’s thinking Alignment to the National Science Standards Science background for the leader A glossary Most of the materials needed Helpful tips

What’s Included: Overview

What’s Included: Handbook

What’s Included: Session Guide

What’s Included: Question Cards (Front)

What’s included in a refill kit?

What’s Included: Video Clips How-to Videos What to expect in that kit’s sessions How to explain the main science learning goal How to prepare, use, or clean up the materials in selected activities Leader Tips Videos Valuable strategies for guiding and managing children in after- school science activities. Help leaders with all of the AfterSchool KidzScience™ kits and are also helpful when leading other hands-on activities.

Questions What questions do you have?

24 The Science Explorer

25 The Exploratorium Since 1969 Founded by Fran Oppenheimer More than 650 exhibits Hands-on museum of science, art, and human perception in San Francisco, CA Well-known for innovative science exhibits

26 What is The Science Explorer? Based on Research Correlated with National Educational Standards (NCTM/NSE) Inquiry-based learning Learn-by-doing approach Designed for After School Leaders Designed specifically for out-of-school time Easy to Implement Materials included for 40 kids Applicable for grades K-6

27 Goals of The Science Explorer To encourage children’s invention, curiosity, and eagerness to explore To introduce children to the scientific approach by helping them develop problem solving and critical thinking skills To be engaging and fun!

Important Scientific Strategies Forming hypotheses Experimenting Observing Measuring Inferring Predicting Asking questions Classifying Communicating

29 Themes  Blowing, Bouncing, Bursting Bubbles  It’s Colorific  Seeing Isn’t Believing  Rings, Wings, and Other Flying Things  Dramatic Static  Marvelous Music and Astounding Sounds  Hear Here!  Mysterious Mixtures

30 Support for leaders Leader’s Support  What do I need?  Simple directions  Now what do I do?  Tips Content Support  Wow! I didn’t know that!  What’s going on?  Additional reading and research information

31 What’s Included?  Leader’s Guide  The Science Explorer for Groups Guide  Materials for 30 experiments  Enough materials for 40 children  Task cards  Sturdy storage tubs Also available  Task cards in Spanish  Refill kit

Questions What questions do you have?

KidzMath Goals for Children Increase their interest and enjoyment of mathematics Increase their mathematical understanding and skills Increase their ability to work with others

KidzMath Math and Social Focus Math Focuses in Games Grades K-2 Counting Number Relationships Addition and Subtraction Grades 3-6 Number Sense Multiplication and Division Fractions, Decimals, and Percents Math in Story Guides Grades K-6 Number Measurement Geometry Social Focuses in Games & Story Guides Making decisions Giving and getting help Playing/working responsibly

KidzMath Games Kits

KidzMath Story Guides

The Leader’s Role The Leader’s Goals: Support children’s math learning Support children’s social learning Make the activities fair and fun for all BEFORE the Game, Story, or Activity Get Ready Introduce or Demonstrate DURING the Game, Story, or Activity Support Discuss AFTER the Game, Story, or Activity Discuss

The Leaders’ Guide

On-Site Support Kits Facilitator’s Handbook provides step-by-step guidelines for conducting professional development. Series of videos that show the program in action Explanation of the goals and strategies for successful implementation.

Table of Contents (3-6) See end of handout for full page document

Questions What questions do you have?

The Math Explorer Designed Specifically for Out-Of School Time For Middle School, Grades 6-8 Games and Activities Very engaging and Hands-On Lots of support for the leader Developed by the Exploratorium

Goals of The Math Explorer Alleviate the common fear and avoidance of math Engage middle school youth in standards-based mathematics outside of the school day Give youth positive experiences and build confidence in mathematics Make math fun!

46 Support for leaders Leader Overview Preparation and Materials Using This Activity Planning Chart Explorer’s Notebook What do I need? Simple directions Tips for Leaders Where’s the Math? Glossary NCTM alignment

Materials: What’s included Leader’s guide Most materials for 23 activities Enough for 30 children Sturdy storage tub

Bringing Math to Middle School Games Trick and Puzzles Projects

Implementation Support Staff development available for all programs the from Developmental Studies Center

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The Initiative Offers Any afterschool site in the United States: 25% off purchase of KidzLit and /or KidzMath (for sites serving low-income youth), 10% for all other sites Free online course for KidzLit and/or KidzMath Free training for 2-3 staff from each site (applicable in areas where there are multiple sites participating)

Questions What questions do you have?

For More Information Contact Megan Green, ext.289