17 Movies for Kids that Subtly Incorporate STEAM
We are all about fun here. Usually, it’s the hands-on, building-type fun that we engage in, but sometimes we’re ready to couch-up for a good old movie night! That doesn’t mean we need to leave all of the STEAM-goodness behind, however. Here are 17 movies that incorporate different STEAM topics and are sure to entertain your group.
“Wall-E” – An animated film about a small waste-collecting robot left on Earth, showcasing environmental themes and robotics.
“Finding Nemo” – An animated adventure film that introduces marine biology concepts while following the journey of a clownfish searching for his son.
“The Magic School Bus” – While not a movie, this animated series takes kids on educational adventures exploring various scientific concepts in a fun and engaging way. (Original series & Revival)
“Ratatouille” – An animated film that introduces elements of physics and engineering as a rat pursues his dream of becoming a chef in a French restaurant.
“Fly Me to the Moon” – An animated adventure that follows three houseflies as they stow away on the Apollo 11 mission to the moon.
“Meet the Robinsons” – An animated film that incorporates time travel and inventive technologies as a young inventor tries to save the future.
“The Lorax” and “Horton Hears a Who!” – Both of these animated films based on books by Dr. Seuss explore STEM themes including environmental science, biology, and the importance of preservation.
“Big Hero 6” – A heartwarming animated film that follows a young robotics prodigy and his inflatable healthcare companion as they join a group of friends to save their city.
“Hidden Figures” – Based on a true story, this film highlights the contributions of African-American women mathematicians at NASA during the Space Race.
“The Iron Giant” – An animated classic that tells the story of a young boy who befriends a giant robot from outer space. It subtly explores themes of technology and friendship.
“Hugo” – A visually stunning film directed by Martin Scorsese that follows a young boy’s journey to unlock a mysterious automaton left by his late father.
“October Sky” – Based on a true story, this film follows a group of high school students in a small town who become inspired by the launch of Sputnik and pursue rocketry.
“The Incredibles” – This animated superhero film features a family with superpowers, and the storyline involves elements of technology and robotics.
“Zathura: A Space Adventure” – A space-themed adventure film that combines science fiction and fantasy as two brothers find themselves playing a mysterious and dangerous board game.
“Ender’s Game” – Based on the science fiction novel, this movie follows a young strategist who is recruited to attend a military school in space to prepare for an impending alien invasion.
“A Wrinkle in Time” – Based on the classic novel, this film takes audiences on a fantastical journey through space and time, incorporating scientific concepts in a visually captivating way.
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