
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 Transfo