Statistically, the level of education and literacy in the United States reaches 99% of the entire population. This high rate is directly influenced by the preschool education system, especially the implementation of the STEAM methodology in the training of preschool children. It is an acronym of four words that describe it: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics.
In this system of education is not so widespread, but raises a lot of questions among parents of students. Let's clear up the question in detail: STEAM-education - is it a temporary trend or education of the future? STEAM combines theoretical knowledge with practical research in a game form. This modern system has gained popularity both among parents and children.
In the classroom we cut and examine berries, fruits, vegetables, we study natural phenomena, the structure of man in the form of laboratory experiments. This is more interesting and understandable to children," - says the chief methodologist, Elena Tychina-Lazarenko about the new education system. For children from 2 to 6 years old, art-technologies are used in the study: drawing in the Ebru technique, sand animation, coloring small objects, which develop not only motor skills, but also creativity and creative thinking. Sophisticated material is delivered to children through painting and laboratory experiments: the study of volcanoes, the cosmos, the structure of the Earth, human organs and their functions, the composition of fruits and vegetables, the life of animals and other complex but interesting phenomena. With the help of hands-on research kids are not only introduced to natural processes or technical science, but also give the beginning of creative, analytical and critical thinking. "Not long ago we did a leaf study with the middle group. The kids were wondering if leaves can breathe underwater. The possibility to touch and look at things from all sides, to see the results - not only helps kids to memorize information better, but also motivates them to gain new knowledge and work as a teamwork", - explains the principles of STEM Help methodology.
Creative approach of our methodologists to the educational process and innovative system of education gave birth to a new activity which gives the children an inexpressible joy. During the classes, the kids, under the guidance of the tutors, learn how to cook a meal. Recently we have been engaged in making borscht, muffins, side dishes, salads, table setting, canning fruits and vegetables.
This allows us to study food, learn about its properties, as well as to bring up accuracy, creativity in all processes, to develop fine motor skills, which is important at the age of under 6 years. Children are fascinated by the simple things they demonstrate to their parents. Maria Montessori in her book "The Methodology of Early Development" reveals the theme of the positive influence of classical music and art works on children's learning. It is important to inculcate a sense of beauty and develop emotional intelligence in young children.
