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Chinese Dragon Kite - DIY Stem/Steam

By WOW - World of Wonders

Gracefully riding in the wind, this colorful dragon kite rules the sky. In China, dragons are symbols of good luck, power, wisdom and wealth. These dragon kites are super easy to make and fly. Join this good luck Chinese tradition, celebrated by

Subjects:

Science, Visual Arts, Asian Studies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.3.2, W.3.3

$3.75

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Festival Kite from Guatemala - Day of the Dead DIY Stem/Steam Activity

By WOW - World of Wonders

The festival kite, also known as a hexagon kite, is a kite flown during religious holidays throughout the world. From Day of the Dead festivals in Guatemala (el festival de los barriletes gigantes), to Easter kite festivities in the Caribbean and

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Visual Arts, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

3^rd, 5^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.3.2, RL.3.3, W.3.3

$3.75

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Box Kite - DIY Stem/Steam Project

By WOW - World of Wonders

This box really flies. Experience the kite flying thrills that helped inspire the Wright brothers' to experiment and engineer the first airplane. History comes alive with this rewarding STEM project for young engineers. Just photocopy, color, and

Subjects:

Science, Social Studies - History, Visual Arts

Grades:

3^rd, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.4.3, RL.5.7, W.4.3, W.5.3

$3.75

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Colorful Kites From Around the World - DIY Stem/Steam Projects for Kids

By WOW - World of Wonders

Great DIY copy paper kite projects that include science, math, engineering, art, literature, history and world cultures (STEM, STEAM.) Learn about the forces behind flight with easy instructions, inexpensive materials, and cut and color templates

Subjects:

Science, Social Studies - History, Visual Arts

Grades:

Kindergarten, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Homeschool Curricula, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

K.G.A.2, K.G.A.3, K.G.B.6, 3.G.A.1, 4.G.A.3

$23.75

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Butterfly kite from China - DIY Stem/Steam/Lifecycles

By WOW - World of Wonders

Make a kaleidoscope (group) of butterflies to fill the sky. Fun and easy to make, these are great kites for young engineers. In China, butterfly are symbols of positive change, spiritual growth, and creative energy. Awaken some creative energy in

Subjects:

Science, Visual Arts, Asian Studies

Grades:

PreK, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

W.K.3, W.2.3, W.3.3, W.4.1

$3.75

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Koinobori Fish Kite from Japan - DIY Stem/Steam

By WOW - World of Wonders

Join the ancient traditional of flying Koinobori fish banners to celebrate Children's Day in Japan. More like windsocks, these colorful fish open their mouths and swim in currents of wind. They represent perseverance and success through life's

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Visual Arts, Asian Studies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

W.K.3, W.3.3

$3.75

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Colonial Archtop Kite - DIY Stem/Steam Activity

By WOW - World of Wonders

Relive history. The archtop kite was the kite that every colonial boy and girl wanted to fly. Children's books of the 18th and 19th century all had directions on how to make one, and every toy shop carried them. The archtop kite inspired

Subjects:

Science, Social Studies - History, Visual Arts

Grades:

1^st, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

W.K.3, W.2.3, W.3.3, W.4.3, W.5.3

$3.75

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Octopus Kite from Japan - DIY Stem/Steam

By WOW - World of Wonders

Easy to make traditional octopus kite from Japan. Guaranteed high flyer. Discover Japan’s rich history of kite making and flying. Learn about kite battles, giant kites, and even a thief who rode on a kite. “Tako Kichi” - go kite crazy. Photocopy,

Subjects:

Science, Visual Arts, Asian Studies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

W.3.3

$3.75

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Cobra Kite from Thailand, Malaysia, and India - DIY Stem/Steam

By WOW - World of Wonders

The cobra kite is a great flyer, and easy to make. It moves through the air, writhing in the wind, like a real snake. Learn about the divine Naga, a spirit snake in the sky, the giant king cobras. and a Malaysian girl's story of a kite battle in the

Subjects:

Science, Visual Arts, Geography

Grades:

Kindergarten, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.2.2, RL.2.3, RL.3.1, RL.3.2, RL.3.3, W.3.3

$3.75

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Hawk Kite from Brazil and Japan - DIY Stem/Steam

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The first recorded Japanese word for kite was a word that meant "paper hawk" and these Tombi hawk kites were so popular that they were mass produced during the Edo period, from 1603-1868. Paper hawks were also popular at fashionable Ipanema Beach in

Subjects:

Science, Social Studies - History, Visual Arts

Grades:

1^st, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

W.1.3, W.2.3, W.4.3, W.3.3b

$3.75

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Medieval Dragon Kite - DIY Stem/Steam

By WOW - World of Wonders

Make a fun, fearsome high-flying dragon kite. Dragon Kites have been flown in Europe for over a thousand years. Medieval armies would fly a swarm of fire-breathing dragon kites in the battlefield to frighten their enemies. Dragons were so important

Subjects:

Science, Middle Ages, Visual Arts

Grades:

Kindergarten, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

W.1.3, W.3.3, W.4.3, W.5.3

$3.75

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Frog Kite for Frog and Toad: "The Kite" - DIY Stem/Steam

By WOW - World of Wonders

Students color, construct, and fly their own "keeled diamond" frog kite to experience the story "Frog and Toad: The Kite" first hand. Great springboard to writing. In addition, there is a fun story about young Ben Franklin's unusual kite flying

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies - History

Grades:

PreK, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Homeschool Curricula, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.K.9, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.2.3

$3.75

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Rocket Kite - DIY Stem/Steam

By WOW - World of Wonders

Soar into science with this flexible wing high flying kite. Simple, elegant design allows this kite to handle "pushy" winds with a breeze. Based on the same design ideas that started the sport of hang gliding. Even NASA engineers researched the

Subjects:

Science, Astronomy, Visual Arts

Grades:

Kindergarten, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

W.K.3, W.1.3, W.3.3, W.4.3

$3.75

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Bat Sled Kite for "Stellaluna" - DIY Stem/Steam

By WOW - World of Wonders

Flap along with Stellaluna, the baby fruit bat, with your own high flying fruit bat sled kite. Make a personal connection to this award-winning story as Stellaluna learns that even though we are different, we are very much the same. Bonus - bats

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Science, Visual Arts

Grades:

Kindergarten, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Homeschool Curricula, Activities

CCSS:

RL.K.9, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.2.3

$3.75

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Fairy Tale Kite - DIY Stem/Steam

By WOW - World of Wonders

Make some magic, and fly with the fae (fairy folk). Read your favorite fairy tale, then make your own fairy kite to fly in the clouds. Learn about the full moon fairy festival, Beltran. and where to find fairy rings, the dancing places of fairies.

Subjects:

Science, Visual Arts, Earth Day

Grades:

PreK, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.3.2, W.1.3, W.2.3, W.3.3

$3.75

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"Baby" Shark Kite - DIY Stem/Steam Project

By WOW - World of Wonders

Kids love to read about Sharks. Make this "Baby" Shark Kite, and energize student interest in reading and writing. Making and flying kites is a great way to create a dynamic shared experience to get students talking and writing. The graphic text is

Subjects:

Science, Visual Arts, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

PreK, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RI.2.1, RI.3.10, RI.4.3

$3.75

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Ram Air Sled Kite - DIY Stem/Steam Activity

By WOW - World of Wonders

This awesome Ram Air Sled kite is a high tech design, with low tech materials, leading to maximum fun. Perfect for budding young engineers who love to build and experiment. A space age science activity for curious minds. Just photocopy, color, and

Subjects:

Science, Visual Arts, Engineering

Grades:

3^rd, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

W.3.3, W.4.3, W.5.3

$3.75

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Medieval Double Dragon Kite - DIY Stem/Steam Activity

By WOW - World of Wonders

Roar into the sky with this mighty, high flying Double Dragon kite. Double the fun with the power of a dual sled kite design. This is a great STEM project for young engineers. Just photocopy, color, and construct a fun, playful dragon kite. Simple

Subjects:

Science, Middle Ages, Visual Arts

Grades:

3^rd, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.3.2, W.3.3, W.4.3, W.5.3

$3.75

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Kintaro Kite, Japanese "Golden Boy" - DIY Stem/Steam Project for Kids

By WOW - World of Wonders

Make this simple sled kite, and make a cultural connection to Japan's beloved "golden boy," Kintaro. This legendary hero has inspired Japanese children for over 1,000 years, with tales of strength, devotion, and cunning. He befriended wild animals,

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Visual Arts, Asian Studies

Grades:

1^st, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.2.2, RL.3.2, W.1.3, W.2.3, W.3.3, W.4.3

$3.75

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Choose Joy DIY Rainbow Kite SEL Activity

By WOW - World of Wonders

Stem/Steam: Students experience the science of balanced and unbalanced forces, firsthand, as their homemade kites dance in the sky. This is a hands-on, positive SEL group activity where participants create colorful kites that really work. There's

Subjects:

Science, Art, Social Emotional Learning

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Projects, Homeschool Curricula, Activities

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

30 years/middle school science teacher.... 4 years/middle school math.... 8 years/Summer arts teacher for k-5 special education.... 15 years/Program director of the Pratt Center (nature/environment).... 2 years/outdoor educator for Los Angeles Title 1 Camp for 5th grade inner city students.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Minds-on and hands-on project-based learning

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Connecticut Environmental Educator of the year....Schaghticoke Middle School teacher of the year

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

MA-Instructional Technology/Western Connecticut State University....Teacher Certification for grades 4-8 in English, math, social studies, and science/Sacred Heart University....BA-Recreation Admin./San Diego State University

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GRADES

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 3^rd, 5^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool, Not Grade Specific

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Specialty, Science, Astronomy, Social Studies, Middle Ages, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Geography, Asian Studies, Holidays/Seasonal, Earth Day, Engineering, Social Emotional Learning