Using the Mars Base Camp kit will teach STEM skills which are needed to do Science, Technology, Engineering and Math effectively. These important skills can be linked closely to the life skills that are taught within 4-H – agriculture, STEM, healthy living, and civic engagement. Each activity makes a connection to at least one of the 4-H pillars.
- Learn important skills – problem solving, inquiry, and critical thinking.
- Promotes creativity
- Real world application and the engineering design process
- Collaboration
Kit Contents
- Facilitator/Youth guides
- Parachute Toys
- Landing Mat
- Landing Site Cards
- Dice/marker chips
- Rover Kit
- Crop Curiosity Playing Cards
- Crop Curiosity Module Cards
- Scratch Cards
Pierce County 4-H
3602 Pacific Avenue
253-798-7160
extension.wsu.edu/pierce/4-h
Extension programs and employment are available to all without discrimination. Evidence of noncompliance may be reported through your local extension office. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means for communication, program information or reasonable accommodation need to contact Brian Brandt at bbrandt@wsu.edu at least 2 weeks prior to any event. Fee waivers are available as needed.
These services are supported by funding from Pierce County through its Human Services Department.