One of the most exciting parts of our Critchlow Adkins programming is our innovative STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) activities. These age-appropriate projects, created by our Program and Outreach Specialist, Amy Michels, help spark students’ imaginations, promote problem-solving and critical thinking, and nurture a lifelong love of learning.
We love to share the story of the egg drop challenge the students in our School Age Site in Easton took part in last year. The objective was to create a container that would protect an egg so that it wouldn’t break if dropped from a tall height. During the first round, all of the eggs broke, and the students were very disappointed. Site Director Keieve Colbert reminded the children that failure is just part of the process, and that it’s an opportunity to learn what went wrong and identify ways to change one’s approach to create a positive outcome the next time around. Re-energized, the kids broke into teams and worked diligently to redesign their egg drop containers. So, what was the final result? No broken eggs on the next round! This is the power of STEAM!
“STEAM lessons help prepare students to take on real-world challenges using science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. The creativity needed in these disciplines helps students form skills needed to solve problems in an innovative way.”
(Source: Space Foundation)
Scroll down to find a collection of STEAM activities we have gathered from other innovative creators that YOU can do at home with your child. Check back for a new project each Saturday afternoon!
If you’re looking for more STEAM projects, check out our e-newsletters, where each month we share a fun STEAM activity to share with your child! Or, click the button below to follow us on Facebook for exciting STEAM Saturday challenges, school readiness tips, and more!
STEAM Saturday – Weather Coloring Book! (7-19-2025)
In addition to sun and extreme heat, summertime often also means extreme weather around the country. From thunderstorms to hurricanes to flooding, you and your
STEAM Saturday – Homemade Sidewalk Chalk! (7-12-2025)
Making art with sidewalk chalk is one of the most fun activities for kids during the summer. Did you know that you can make your
STEAM Saturday – 4th of July Skittles Experiment! (7-5-2025)
Yesterday was the 4th of July, and we don’t know about you, but we’re still in a red, white, and blue mood! For STEAM Saturday
STEAM Saturday – Homemade Tie Dye! (6-21-2025)
One of the most classic and timeless activities that so many children do at summer camp is tie dye! Did you know that you can
STEAM Saturday – Family Flag! (6-14-2025)
Today is flag day! As we celebrate the adoption of the Stars and Stripes as the official American Flag, this week you and your child
STEAM Saturday – Counting Donuts! (6-7-2025)
STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. This week, we are focusing on the A and the M in STEAM with a fun
STEAM Saturday – Smile Experiment! (5-31-2025)
Since STEAM Saturday and National Smile Day are happening together today, we found the perfect activity to combine the best of both worlds: Design and
STEAM Saturday – Scavenger Hunts! (5-24-2025)
Did you know that today is National Scavenger Hunt Day? At Critchlow Adkins, we know that play is one of the most important ways that
STEAM Saturday – World Baking Day! (5-17-2025)
Today is World Baking Day! Baking can involve all of the elements of STEAM: Science: Through baking, we explore chemistry and the reactions that happen
