Afterschool STEM Programs

Designed around CLI’s research and the Children’s Museum Houston’s Afterschool Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (A’STEAM) curriculum.

Children spend up to 80% of their time in informal learning environments like home, afterschool and summer programs or libraries, museums, or science centers. So, afterschool experiences are a powerful time to spark children’s interest in STEM. Consider ways that you can use these evidence-based practices to spark an early interest in STEM that will last a lifetime.

All afterschool STEM program materials are available on CLI Engage!

Chapters of STEM program information and units of A’STEAM activities can be implemented as a complete program or flexibly adjusted for supplemental use with existing programs. Use for free to increase interest in STEM and introduce STEM pathways to participating children.

STEM Programs

Inspire children through the use of hands-on STEM activities!

Our collection of A’STEAM activities is organized by units with educator supports tailored for delivery to grades K to 2nd and 3rd to 5th. Multiple activities are included in each of the six units: Astronomy, Aerodynamics, Chemistry, Earth and Water, Engineering, and Magnetism. View samples on this page and access the collection to search or filter the activities.

TO ACCESS ACTIVITIES:

A’STEAM activities are available for all users! To search for afterschool STEM activities, all you need to do is create a free account, then login to CLI Engage.

Access on CLI Engage

If you aren’t already logged in, this link will take you to the CLI Engage login screen then direct you straight to the A’STEAM activities in the Circle Activity Collection.

A'STEAM Activities