Straw threading will improve a child’s hand-eye coordination and improve their focus and concentration and develop their vocabulary.
STEM refers to an integrated learning approach that introduces Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics through play-based activities.
This interesting and simple activity for children, enables them to make shapes using straw pieces and playdough. This will improve the child’s ability to recognise shapes and develop their fine motor and cognitive skills.
The federal government is trialling a STEM program for preschoolers in a bid to encourage interest in the sector from a young age.
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