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Curriculum & Challenges

Curriculum & Challenges

How do I choose the right AWIM challenge for my students?
AWIM challenges are organized by grade band:

  •  PreK (ages 3–5)

  •  Primary School (grades K–3)

  • Elementary School (grades 4–5)

  • Middle School (grades 6–8)

  • High School (grades 9-12)

You can select based on your students’ grade band, the time you have available, and which science/engineering concepts you want to emphasize. To view our 24 challenges, visit our website Explore AWIM Challenges

 

Are the lessons aligned with state/national standards?
Yes. All AWIM challenges are aligned with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), Common Core Math and ELA, and CSTA computer science standards. SAE provides a full standards alignment guide to help educators map lessons to required benchmarks. AWIM Educational Standard Alignment

 

Can AWIM challenges be adapted for after-school programs or camps?
Yes. The flexible, project-based nature of AWIM makes it suitable for classrooms, after-school programs, and camps.

 

How many students does one kit support?
Typically, one kit supports about 30 students, working in small teams of 3-4.