Additional Resources
Enhance your engineering adventure with these helpful books, online resources, safety tips, and implementation guidance.
Recommended Books
These children's books complement our curriculum by introducing engineering concepts through engaging stories.
Rosie Revere, Engineer
by Andrea Beaty
A story about a young girl who dreams of becoming a great engineer, teaching perseverance and creativity.
The Most Magnificent Thing
by Ashley Spires
A charming story about a girl and her dog who set out to make the most magnificent thing, learning about the design process along the way.
Iggy Peck, Architect
by Andrea Beaty
The story of a young boy with a passion for building, celebrating creativity and problem-solving.
How to Build a Hug
by Amy Guglielmo
Temple Grandin and Her Amazing Squeeze Machine - A true story about an engineer who designed a machine to help herself and others.
The Three Little Pigs: An Architectural Tale
by Steven Guarnaccia
A creative retelling of the classic tale with an architectural twist, introducing children to different building styles.
Online Resources
Explore these websites for additional activities, games, and information to extend the learning experience.
NASA Kids Club
Space-themed games, activities, and information designed for young explorers.
Visit WebsitePBS Kids Design Squad
Engineering challenges, videos, and games that encourage problem-solving and creativity.
Visit WebsiteNational Geographic Kids
Fun facts, games, and videos about animals, nature, and science.
Visit WebsiteDisney Princess STEM Activities
Princess-themed science and engineering activities that combine imagination with learning.
Visit WebsiteSafety Notes
Important safety considerations to keep in mind during all activities.
- Always supervise activities, especially those involving small parts
- Adult assistance required for scissors and potentially hazardous materials
- Ensure testing areas are clear of obstacles
- Adapt activities as needed based on each child's abilities and interests
Implementation Tips
Guidance for adapting activities for different age groups and mixed-age implementation.
For the 3-year-old
- Focus on sensory experiences
- Emphasize simple concepts
- Provide guided participation
- Allow for more exploration time
For the 5-year-old
- Encourage more independent work
- Add additional details to projects
- Ask deeper questions
- Introduce more complex challenges
For mixed-age implementation
- Pair children for activities where the older can help the younger
- Allow for different levels of complexity within the same activity
- Celebrate each child's unique contributions
- Provide options for extending activities for more advanced learners