Exploring STEAM at SCLSNJ
Patrons at the Somerset County Library System of New Jersey’s (SCLSNJ) Watchung branch recently explored basic chemistry concepts during a STEAM program by making play dough using general kitchen baking ingredients.
“STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics,” said Katie Salerno, youth services librarian. “The Watchung branch hosts monthly STEAM programs intended for children in or entering grades Kindergarten through 5th grade. STEAM programs include hands-on experiments where we discuss expected outcomes and inquire what will happen next as we learn the science behind a topic.”
Continued Salerno, “What we learned during this experiment was what to do if the play dough was too wet or too dry. We learned to add more flour if it’s too wet and add more water if it’s too dry. It was very messy but very fun and informative!”
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