Issued on Playaway Launchpad, a pre-loaded learning tablet. Content and/or functionality of apps on this tablet may have been modified for use on this device. Powered by rechargeable battery ; container includes one power charging cord. Earphones not required for audio playback. Device does not have Internet connectivity. Individual apps contained on this device may vary.
Contents:
Duckie Deck. Bird houses -- My little work. Garage -- My lil' toolbox -- Arty Mouse. Shapes -- We argh pirates -- Carl the super truck roadworks- dig, drill & build -- Monster machines -- Blanket fort memory game! -- Marvie builds a snowman -- Make it. Sock puppet -- Truck time -- Ways to fly.
Summary:
"The goal of the Engineering & Design Module is to teach kids to recognize challenges, turn them into opportunities, and identify scalable solutions to solve them. Topics in this module include puzzles, invention, construction, machines, architecture, curiosity. STEAM Academy offers an interdisciplinary approach that weaves together the science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills learned in the classroom and connects them to things kids see every day."-- Publisher description.
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.