Guides: Learn about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art/Agriculture, and Math (STEAM)!: Home

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Science News for Students: The Art of Paper Folding is Inspiring Science
Researchers use various types of origami to tackle a host of problems
Origami Resource Center: Origami Science
Learn about technologies enhanced or inspired by origami and used for STEM (e.g., a foldable battery, a surgical device for improving blood flow, better car airbags, and more). Brief introductions with images and links for more information.
Instructables.com: The Best Origami Projects
Origami-Instructions.com: Simple Origami Projects
WorldWildlife.org: 16 Animal Origami Projects
Printable step-by-step instructions.

LeftBrainCraftBrain.com: 28 Days of STEM Activities and STEAM Activities for Kids
National Science Teaching Association: Freebies for Science Teachers (and Students)
Free printables, videos, and other online resources for K-12 from the National Science Teaching Association.
Parents.com: 5 Fun STEAM Projects
For kids ages 3 to 6.
PBS Kids: Design Squad Global
Kid-friendly STEAM learning site directed at middle schoolers. A vast collection of hands-on challenges and videos focused on the engineering design process. Includes content menu and lesson plans for parents and educators.

Accelerated Reader (AR) Book Finder - Advanced Search
Search for books by fiction/non-fiction, topic (e.g. science), and interest level (grades K-3, etc.)
Best STEM Books K-12
See annual recommendation lists. A joint project between the National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book Council.
Outstanding Science Trade Books for Students K-12
See annual recommendation lists. A joint project between the National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book Council since 1973.

Good Housekeeping Institute Toy Awards
Includes STEAM-related toys. Learn how toys are reviewed by the institute's employees and kid testers and see their list of recommended toys for the year.
Google.com results for Best STEAM Toys

LA County Library
California residents can register for a free library card at 80+ locations throughout Los Angeles County.
Los Angeles Public Library
California residents can register for a free library card at 70+ locations throughout the city of Los Angeles. Check out their upcoming STEAM Events!
OC Public Library
California residents can register for a free library card at 30+ locations throughout Orange County.
Riverside County Library
California residents can register for a free library card online and select pick-up from almost 40 locations.
San Bernardino County Library
California residents can register for a free library card at 30+ locations throughout San Bernardino County.
Southern California Library Cooperative (SCLC)
Thirty-nine (39) independent city, county and special district public libraries located in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Click on a member library link for more information.