Hillsborough Education Foundation School and Classroom Enrichment Grants
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The goal of this project is to develop and implement an innovative enrichment program for gifted and talented students that extends learning beyond the core curriculum. This program will foster critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving through interdisciplinary projects, advanced research opportunities, and hands-on experiences. By providing access to specialized resources and collaborative learning environments, the project aims to challenge students to reach their full potential, deepen their knowledge, and prepare them for leadership roles in a rapidly evolving, global society.
Class Furniture - Carpets, choral risers, transitional seating/desks, etc.
Incorporating read-alouds that are connected to STEM and math can significantly benefit gifted students by stimulating their intellectual curiosity and expanding their conceptual understanding. Engaging students in literature that integrates mathematical concepts and scientific inquiry helps build connections between abstract ideas and real-world applications. Read-alouds offer opportunities for critical discussion, creative problem-solving, and the exploration of complex topics in a narrative format, which can enhance comprehension and retention. For gifted learners, these activities not only provide intellectual stimulation but also encourage the development of higher-order thinking skills, promote interdisciplinary learning, and inspire innovation in both STEM and math disciplines. By bridging literacy and STEM, read-alouds foster a deeper appreciation for the relevance of these subjects, empowering gifted students to explore their passions and think more broadly about the challenges they can solve in the future.
By participating in STEM and math-focused read-alouds, elementary gifted students are expected to achieve several key outcomes. These include:
Enhanced Conceptual Understanding: Students will develop a deeper understanding of complex STEM and math concepts by connecting abstract ideas to real-world scenarios through storytelling.
Improved Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving: Through discussion and exploration of STEM themes in literature, students will sharpen their critical thinking skills and enhance their ability to solve problems creatively and effectively.
Increased Engagement and Curiosity: Read-alouds will stimulate intellectual curiosity, sparking a greater interest in STEM and math subjects and encouraging students to explore these disciplines more deeply on their own.
Interdisciplinary Connections: Students will improve their ability to connect learning across subjects, recognizing how literacy, science, technology, engineering, and math are interwoven, fostering a more holistic approach to their education.
Strengthened Communication Skills: Through discussions and reflections on read-aloud texts, students will enhance their verbal and written communication skills, learning to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
Inspiration for Innovation: Exposure to stories that highlight STEM and math applications will inspire students to think creatively about the challenges and opportunities in these fields, nurturing a mindset of innovation and exploration.
Students will score in the 85-90% on the end of year testing in reading and science. Students will be have a pre, mid and post assessment to track student progress.
STEM Picture Books and Read-Alouds for Grades K-3
These books are designed to introduce younger students to fundamental STEM concepts through storytelling, illustrations, and interactive discussions.
STEM Chapter Books for Grades 4-6
These chapter books focus on deeper STEM themes, including math puzzles, engineering challenges, coding, and science adventures. They are targeted toward older elementary students.
Non-Fiction STEM and Math Books
Non-fiction books provide factual content, including biographies of famous scientists, technology advancements, and mathematical concepts. These are used to support inquiry-based learning and research projects.
Interactive STEM and Math Workbooks
Workbooks include hands-on activities, experiments, coding exercises, and math problems that allow students to practice and apply the concepts they’ve learned through the read-alouds and chapter books.
Teacher Guides and Professional Development Books
Teacher guides provide instructional strategies for effectively integrating STEM into read-alouds and discussions. These professional development resources equip teachers with tools to maximize the impact of the STEM-focused books.
| # | Item Description | Total Cost |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | After the Fall (How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again) | $30.00 |
| 2 | What Can I Be? STEM Careers from A to Z | $13.00 |
| 3 | Mae Among the Stars | $24.00 |
| 4 | The Invisible Boy | $30.00 |
| 5 | The Plan for the Gingerbread House: A STEM Engineering Story | $12.00 |
| 6 | Have You Thanked an Inventor Today? Have You Thanked an Inventor Today? | $36.00 |
| 7 | When I'm the President: Dreaming is Believing: Politics (Inspirational Careers for Kids) | $28.00 |
| 8 | What If Everybody Did That? | $12.00 |
| 9 | Emma Ren Robot Engineer: Fun and Educational STEM | $24.00 |
| 10 | What Do You Do With a Problem? | $20.00 |
| 11 | Forces: Physical Science for Kids | $24.00 |
| 12 | Giraffe Math | $9.00 |
| 13 | The Girl Who Thought in Pictures: The Story of Dr. Temple Grandin | $10.00 |
| 14 | Chalksy: A Colorful Whodunit | $16.00 |
| 15 | Have You Thanked a Kidventor Today? | $14.00 |
| 16 | The Highlights Book of Things to Do: 500+ Screen-Free Activities, Brain Teasers, Recipes, Creative Projects, Craft Ideas and More for Endless Imaginative Play | $15.00 |
| 17 | Physical Science for Kids (4 books) | $40.00 |
| 18 | Learning STEM from Baseball: How Does a Curveball Curve? And Other Amazing Answers for Kids! (STEM Sports) | $8.00 |
| 19 | Incredible Stories for Inquisitive Kids: Captivating Tales for Young Readers from History, Science & the Crazy World We Live In | $20.00 |
| 20 | Time for Kids Steam Grades 2-3, 8-Book Set (Time for Kids(r) Informational Text) | $70.00 |
| 21 | Trapped in a Video Game | $10.00 |
| 22 | The Chess Ladder: A Step-by-step Guide for Kids to Learn Chess | $20.00 |
| 23 | Winning Chess Exercises for Kids: Tactics and Strategies to Outsmart Your Opponent | $8.00 |
| 24 | How to Play Chess for Kids: Simple Strategies to Win | $8.00 |
| 25 | Story Time Chess Educational Game for 2-4 Players | 2021 Toy of The Year Award Winner | 3-103 | $40.00 |
| 26 | (Chess for Kids Book Series) | $25.00 |
| 27 | Across the Battlefield - A Pawn's Journey: A Fun Way to Learn Chess | $12.00 |
| 28 | Investing for Kids: How to Save, Invest, and Grow Money | $8.00 |
| 29 | You Be The Engineer: An Engineering Activity Book For Kids 8-12 | $13.00 |
| 30 | Awesome Engineering Activities for Kids: 50+ Exciting STEAM Projects to Design and Build (Awesome STEAM Activities for Kids) | $9.00 |
| 31 | How Things Work: Discover Secrets and Science Behind Bounce Houses, Hovercraft, Robotics, and Everything in Between (National Geographic Kids) | $11.00 |
| 32 | How to Be an Engineer (Careers for Kids) | $20.00 |
| 33 | Sneezy the Snowman | $10.00 |
| 34 | Ten on the Sled | $10.00 |
| 35 | Construction Site on Christmas Night: | $9.00 |
| 36 | How to Catch an Elf | $9.00 |
| 37 | How Kids Celebrate Holidays Around the World | $13.00 |
| 38 | The Candy Cane Fiasco: A Christmas Storybook Filled with Humor and Fun | $12.00 |
| 39 | TRUE or FALSE Mind-Blowing Quiz with Fascinating Facts for Smart Kids Ages 7-13:: to Explore Animals, the Human Body, Space, Our Planet, Science & the World's Best Kept Secrets! | $15.00 |
| 40 | Magnetic Tiles STEM Play Ideas: 50 Fun Hands-On Builds to Inspire Creativity | $12.00 |
| 41 | Teacher Created Resources PreK Project-based STEM Book Printed Book | $20.00 |
| 42 | Scholastic StoryTime STEM Folk & Fairy Tales: 10 Favorite Stories With Hands-On Investigations, Grade K-2 | $15.00 |
| 43 | Picture-Perfect STEM Lessons, 3-5: Using Children’s Books to Inspire STEM Learning | $45.00 |
| 44 | SuperScience STEM Instant Activities: Grades 4-6: 30 Hands-on Investigations With Anchor Texts and Videos | $55.00 |
| 45 | SuperScience STEM Instant Activities: Grades 1-3: 30 Hands-On Investigations With Anchor Texts and Videos | $55.00 |
| Total: | $919.00 |
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