Da Vinci's Accomplishments

Curie, Tesla, da Vinci, and Newton are all prestigious scientists that have changed the world. Each brought about new ideas and inventions, as well as ways of thinking about life. Curie was focused on chemistry, a specialty in the realm of science. Tesla created new technology in cars. Da Vinci engineered what is thought to be the first steps in man made aviation. Newton explained physics in a mathematical way for people to understand for centuries. As experts in their own practices, they make up the field of STEM. STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Today, 15.1% of occupations are STEM related, being one of the largest areas of work, and that number is growing each day. The problem that challenges the world is that there is a lack of youth involved in STEM. When children are asked what they want to be when they grow up, the typical answer is a fireman, veterinarian, astronaut, or professional athlete or artist. Not as many will say a scientist, architect, or engineer.

Children are influenced heavily by what is around them. The lack in STEM pools from the lack exposure to the subjects at young ages. By the end of eighth grade,

On article states, “Children at birth are natural scientists, engineers, and problem-solvers.” (Murphy 1). Each of their brains are wired to understand what is going on around them, making sense of the real world. The problem is utilizing the abilities that are naturally given. Kids need to be introduced to STEM to fully achieve these possibilities. Many major STEM educators agree in saying, “The exposure to STEM during early childhood is critical to establishing an optimal educational trajectory” (Hand 1). This early introduction allows kids to be able to understand topics further on in their lives. Every parent should set up possible routes for their children to follow when they mature. However, it must start early on in their lives, or it might never be an