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A Perfect Combination
STEAMation offers the perfect blend of standards-based curriculum and STEM education, designed to captivate young learners while meeting educational benchmarks. Through engaging activities in reading comprehension, students develop strong literacy skills that enhance comprehension and memory, essential for success across subjects. We integrate storytelling with Claymation. STEAMation encourages students to bring their stories to life, nurturing creativity and critical thinking. Our 3D design and coding modules allow students to dive into hands-on STEM experiences, transforming their imaginative ideas into tangible creations. With STEAMation, learning becomes an immersive, multi-disciplinary journey that builds foundational skills in an exciting, memorable way.
STEAMation and UDL
At STEAMation, we recognize that every student comes with unique learning needs, and our dynamic, project-based curriculum is designed to meet them where they are. Rooted in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, STEAMation creates an inclusive, engaging, and step-by-step experience that supplements existing curricula without adding extra burdens for teachers. Starting with an interactive digital story, students build foundational knowledge through vocabulary exploration, discussion prompts, and guided activities, then apply their learning in exciting, hands-on projects like claymation, 3D design, and coding.
Our carefully scaffolded approach empowers multiple teachers to collaborate seamlessly, leveraging their individual strengths at each stage of the learning journey. STEAMation’s multimodal content delivery, including videos, animations, and interactive tools, makes lessons accessible for all learning styles, while flexible, open-ended projects allow students to demonstrate knowledge in creative ways that highlight their strengths.
More than just a curriculum, STEAMation is a comprehensive, customizable framework that nurtures problem-solving, adaptability, and creativity. By integrating collaborative and independent tasks, built-in scaffolding, and personalized learning paths, STEAMation fosters a classroom environment where every learner can thrive—and every teacher can feel empowered to succeed.
Differentiation of Instruction
At Flicker of Light, we recognize the unique challenges educators face in creating effective learning environments. That’s why we’ve developed educational resources that empower teachers in the classroom while helping students harness their strengths.
How We Support Students
Accessible Reading Alternatives
Visual Instruction Paired with Audio Guides Storyboarding for Claymation
Structured Organizational Tools
Picture-rich Diagrams Engineering Design Logs
Multisensory Learning Approaches
Music and Rhythm in Coding
A Tool for Emotional Growth
Fosters a Sense of Accomplishment
Completing projects like claymation movies or 3D designs builds self-esteem, especially when students showcase their work.
Provides a Sense of Control
By allowing students to take charge of their creations and work at their own pace, STEAMation helps reduce feelings of overwhelm.
Creates a Positive Feedback Loop
Emphasizing fun, exploration, and trial-and-error minimizes perfectionism and encourages risk-taking without fear of judgment.
Encourages Self-Expression
Activities like storytelling, claymation, and art projects offer a safe space for students to express their feelings and ideas creatively.
Meet the Characters
Alisha
Alisha
Austin
Austin
Paige
Paige
Beamer
Beamer
Our Plan
Discover the ultimate creative learning experience with Steamation! This hands-on project box combines stop-motion animation with STEM, where kids can bring stories to life through storytelling, 3D design with Tinkercad, and coding. Each themed box sparks imagination, critical thinking, and problem-solving, blending creativity and STEM skills in one exciting package. Perfect for aspiring animators or budding engineers, Steamation offers an engaging way to make learning fun!
Reading Comprehension
Unlock your student’s potential with our immersive reading experience, where comprehension meets adventure! Students will journey with our brave Treehouse Heroes as they dive into epic stories that inspire, challenge, and enrich their understanding of diverse topics. Each adventure builds vocabulary and encourages active participation, as students engage with discussion questions, master vocabulary, and assess their understanding. This is more than reading—it's a journey that empowers students to own their learning and soar academically.
Storytelling & Claymation
Kids love watching animated films, but imagine the excitement of making one themselves. With your guidance, they’ll learn to combine the skills of an engineer, a mathematician, and an artist in a fun, hands-on journey. From writing scripts to designing characters and sets, they’ll master the basics of storytelling, character building, and stop-motion animation. This “Serious Play” project fosters creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork—plus, it’s the perfect way to teach core math and science concepts as they bring their unique stories to life!
3D Design
Empower young minds with Tinkercad, the ultimate tool for introducing students to 3D design! Perfect for STEAM education, Tinkercad brings creativity to life, allowing students to collaborate on real design projects while reinforcing key concepts from the classroom. Through hands-on 3D modeling, students develop skills in engineering, architecture, and animation. They’ll master the Tinkercad interface, learn to create and manipulate shapes and build models.
Coding
Launch your student’s learning from 3D design to the world of coding with Tinkercad Codeblocks! Students move beyond design to explore the logic and creativity of programming and computational thinking. Through coding, they’ll build their own interactive simulation. Along the way, they’ll use pattern recognition and algorithm creation—all while troubleshooting and problem-solving. This project is fully customizable, encouraging students to infuse their personal style, collaborate with peers. Jump into Tinkercad, explore Codeblocks, and let your imagination soar. This is your opportunity to celebrate coding with a burst of creativity and innovation.
Our Boxes
At the Flicker of Light Foundation, we understand the priorities of teachers and school administrators in providing a high-quality education that meets rigorous scholastic standards. That’s why our programs offer complete, standards-aligned lesson plans designed with both ease of implementation and educational impact in mind. Each lesson includes step-by-step instructions for engaging activities that make learning accessible and enjoyable for students. Additionally, we provide suggested resources to support a deeper understanding and help enrich the curriculum—saving educators time and ensuring they have all they need to create a dynamic, effective learning environment. Our approach is designed to seamlessly integrate with existing academic goals, making it easier for educators to inspire and uplift every student.
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We know that today’s students are preparing for a world where innovation, communication, and problem-solving are key. That’s why our programs emphasize scholastic standards that equip students with the skills they’ll need to excel across diverse fields.
Our curriculum integrates ISTE standards such as Innovative Design, Computational Thinking, and Creative Communicator.
We also prioritize foundational standards in ELA (English Language Arts) and Mathematics to strengthen students' reading, writing, and analytical skills. Our alignment with National Science Standards (NSS) and Social Studies ensures students develop scientific reasoning and a deeper understanding of the world around them, fostering informed and engaged citizens.
Our focus on Computer Science Standards (CSS) builds technical literacy and problem-solving skills essential for modern careers, while Media Arts and Visual Arts standards encourage creativity, visual communication, and self-expression. These disciplines together cultivate well-rounded, adaptable thinkers ready to thrive in the 21st century.
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The STEAMation Curriculum is designed to make teaching as straightforward and engaging as possible while empowering educators with a flexible, ready-to-use tool. Each unit comes with comprehensive, beginning-to-end lesson plans that guide teachers step-by-step through the material, ensuring they feel supported from day one. This curriculum is structured to allow for full customization, so educators can tailor each unit to their unique classroom needs.
Each unit is divided into well-organized parts that contain everything you need: clear objectives, engaging lesson plans, materials, and resources.
Students explore core concepts through exciting, hands-on projects which allow them to choose a project that resonates with their interests, enhancing both learning and engagement. With STEAMation, teachers have everything they need to make learning dynamic, enjoyable, and impactful.
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With each STEAMation Box, teachers gain access to an array of thoughtfully curated resources that make delivering high-quality, hands-on lessons simple and enjoyable. Our boxes include both physical and digital materials, each designed to streamline planning and maximize engagement in the classroom.
The digital resources include everything an educator needs for seamless instruction: a clear list of teaching objectives, detailed curriculum standards, a complete materials and resources list, a pacing guide to keep lessons on track, and a ready-to-use PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation for interactive teaching. These resources are designed to save teachers time and provide the structure needed to guide students through every step of the learning process.
The physical portion of each box is packed with nearly all the claymation materials needed** for students to create their own short movies, offering a creative, hands-on experience that reinforces learning objectives. Each box is set up for 4 students, making it easy for teachers to organize and manage small group activities that encourage collaboration and creativity.
The STEAMation Box provides everything you need to inspire creativity and ensure students develop valuable skills while enjoying a unique, engaging learning experience. With our resources, teachers can bring STEAM education to life, simplifying setup while amplifying impact in the classroom.
**some materials and equipment will be required by the user.
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Our Creative Team
LAUREN HUTTON
AUTHOR
Lauren Hutton is a writer and journalist from South Florida. She has a B.A. in English and women’s studies from Colgate University, where she received the 2021 Lasher Prize for Distinction in English Composition. More recently, she was a Thomas J. Watson Fellow, in which she traveled across four continents for 13 months to investigate how sexual violence stories are reported around the world. Her writing has appeared in Electric Literature and the Columbia Journal, and she champions works she loves as a publicity assistant at Farrar, Straus and Giroux. She believes in perpetual learning and remaining curious about our world and the people who inhabit it.
LEA McCONNELL
CURRICULUM SPECIALIST
Lea has a masters at Queens University in Elementary Education and a second degree in Special Education. A member and presenter at NSTA. This is currently her 21st year teaching. Her teaching philosophy is that children should feel loved in the classroom and encouraged to learn from their mistakes. Without this confidence, children are often afraid to try. Learning should be fun and challenging. I am honored to lend my talents and knowledge to Flicker of Light.
YERLAN KUTTYBAYEV
ILLUSTRATOR
Born in Uzbekistan, Yerlan Kuttybayev lives and works as an illustrator in Kazakhstan. He has been a freelance artist for the last 7 years. His motto, “I prove my artistry and professionalism with every drawing.”
FRANK FIGUEREDO
ILLUSTRATOR
Frank Figueredo is an artist and professional illustrator born in Venezuela and currently based in Madrid. “My passion lies in creating attractive designs and characters that effectively communicate emotions and feelings.”
Dragica Medjed, LL.M Designer
DESIGNER
Dragica is a graphic designer based in Belgrade, Serbia. She received a Master of Laws degree from the University of Belgrade. After working in the field of law she found passion in graphic design and never looked back. She is well-versed in logo design, brand identity, and UI and UX design. Dragica always aims to push creative boundaries. Clients appreciate her ability to pursue different and out-of-the-box directions and her willingness to accommodate various design requests so that each project is a glowing success.