BMX STEAM Program

BMX STEAM Program Grades: 4-8 Number of Students: 25 Number of Lessons: 6 Curriculum Hours: 40 Additional Resources: Sample Lesson, 3-year STEAM Curriculum Agreement Highlights: Looking for a gold medal STEAM program? USA BMX, the sanctioning body of bicycle motocross (BMX) racing in North America, is offering a first of its kind curriculum combining Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math with a strong physical fitness element and a little bit of fun. About The BMX STEAM Program: This project-based program is student-centered, and student-led, where instructors help facilitate the BMX STEAM curriculum. The eight (6) module curriculum is equal parts education and exercise, all centered around a bike. Flexible lesson plans are designed to be used in a variety of settings including school days, after-school, as well as summer camps.   Curriculum or Lesson Topics: Lesson 1: Build Your Own Mongoose BMX Race Bike Lesson 2: Balanced vs. Unbalanced Forces Lesson 3: Energy Transformation Lesson 4: Measuring Practice Lesson 5: Friction Lesson 6: Leverage   Standards Alignments: The USA BMX Foundation curriculum aligns with state STEAM standards, including NGSS, and incorporates a pre/post testing element that supports outcome-based reporting. What's Included: *Complete curriculum providing six (6) modules, filled with photos, step-by-step walk-throughs and outcomes  Five (5) Mongoose BMX bikes  Five (5) BMX safety helmets Five (5) Bluetooth wireless cycling computers One (1) bike stand for builds, repairs, and modifications  One (1) complete set of bike tools  One (1) bike pump with pressure gauge  Five (5) alternative tread tires (to be used on front tire in module #6) Two (2) spare inner tubes  Each student receives a free One-Day Membership to USA BMX   NOTE: This item has a 2-3 week lead time. *NOTE: The USA BMX Foundation Curriculum is shipped separately from the BMX bikes and other components. The curriculum will arrive in a separate package via FedEx.  NOTE: The USA BMX Foundation, and their partner Mongoose, requires customers to sign the 3-Year STEAM Curriculum License Agreement before they will fulfill your order. Please click here to download and review the agreement. Once signed, please return to sales@stemfinity.com. If you place your order online, one of our staff members will reach out to you to get the formed signed before we fulfill your order.