STEM Thinking Process - A Creative Design & Problem-Solving Journey for Display

Guide children through the complete process of questioning, imagining, planning, creating, testing, improving and sharing with this colourful and engaging visual resource.

This resource supports children to become more independent, reflective and confident learners by breaking the creative process into clear, child-friendly stages:

1. ASK

Explore the BIG question, identify what needs to be found out and consider the skills needed.

1. IMAGINE

Generate ideas, collaborate and think creatively about possible solutions.

1. PLAN

Organise ideas, consider materials and tools, and apply numeracy where needed.

1. CREATE

Bring ideas to life using a design sheet and practical resources.

1. STOP & TEST

Pause during the process to evaluate what is working and identify changes needed.

1. REFLECT & IMPROVE

Encourage resilience by making changes, solving problems and improving ideas.

1. CREATE & SHARE

Celebrate learning by explaining what was made, what was learned and how ideas developed.

The resource also includes Numeracy Nook and Literacy Lab signs, helping children apply their skills across the learning journey.

Perfect for:

• Design & Technology
• STEM challenges
• Problem-solving projects
• Inquiry-based learning
• Creative curriculum projects
• Collaborative learning
• Independent learning
• Cross-curricular projects

Linked to the Curriculum for Wales, supporting learner progression, creativity, problem-solving and the Four Purposes, while remaining highly transferable to primary classrooms across the UK.