Welcome to STEAM Stars, an e-learning platform designed for young learners in kindergarten through eighth grade to embark on an exciting journey to explore the world of health care. This platform is completely free - all you need is the link and you can start learning!

With sixty modules available, users can take their learning adventures at any pace. These modules include information about anatomy, health care careers, hygiene and so much more. The site also offers a dedicated Teacher's Lounge packed with extra resources for educators.

Let's inspire the next generation of health care heroes!

Live and on-demand Jump STEAM at Home courses are led by education specialists who come from a variety of health care professions.

If you choose to sign up for a live course, you will need a video chat capable computer or mobile device, a free Zoom account, internet connection and a space to conduct experiments. Upon registration, Jump will send you what you need to know about the Zoom platform. You will also be provided a Jump STEAM kit that includes tools to be used in hands-on activities. It is necessary for an adult to supervise these exercises.

Video Conferencing Setup Guide

If you plan to take an on-demand class, you will need a computer or mobile device, internet connection and a space to conduct experiments. Upon registration, Jump will send you a link to your on-demand video course. You will have the option of having your Jump STEAM kit that includes tools to be used in hands-on activities sent to you via mail, or you can pick it up at the Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center. It is necessary for an adult to supervise these exercises.

Contact events@jumpsimulation.org with questions.

STEAM on-demand kits are available to purchase at any time and are intended for you to complete on your schedule, at your own speed.

Learn about the inner workings of the heart by engineering, building and installing a mechanical pump into a simulated heart.

NOTE: This kit contains latex balloons which will be sealed in a separate bag. An alternative solution will also be included in the kit for those with a latex sensitivity or allergy.

Kit Cost: $40
The kit includes a design manual, personal protective equipment, tools and motor components and instructions to access the recorded virtual session. Additional supplies for siblings available for $5.

Pick-up Available on the first Wednesday of each month at the Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center, 1306 N Berkeley Ave, Peoria, IL 61603.

Shipping available via priority mail for $15.05.

Contact events@jumpsimulation.org with questions.

STEAM on-demand kits are available to purchase at any time and are intended for you to complete on your schedule, at your own speed.

Discover how your body works by exploring the brain, eyeball, heart, lungs and kidney of a sheep.

Kit Cost: $40
The kit includes brain, eyeball, heart, lung and kidney specimens, tools, personal protective equipment and instructions to access the recorded virtual dissection session. Additional supplies for siblings available for $5.

Pick-up Available on the first Wednesday of each month at the Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center, 1306 N Berkeley Ave, Peoria, IL 61603.

Shipping available via priority mail for $15.05.

Contact events@jumpsimulation.org with questions.

STEAM on-demand kits are available to purchase at any time and are intended for you to complete on your schedule, at your own speed.

Experiment with using a microscope to view everything from living cells to microbes.

Kit Cost: $125
The kit includes a microscope and accessories, slides, tools, personal protective equipment and instructions to access to recorded virtual lab. Additional supplies for siblings available for $5.

Pick-up Available on the first Wednesday of each month at the Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center, 1306 N Berkeley Ave, Peoria, IL 61603.

Shipping available via priority mail for $15.05.

Contact events@jumpsimulation.org with questions.

STEAM on-demand kits are available to purchase at any time and are intended for you to complete on your schedule, at your own speed.

Learn and identify the anatomical structures of the dogfish shark and how they compare to the human anatomy.

Kit Cost: $30
This kit includes a dogfish shark specimen, tools, personal protective equipment, and instructions to access the recorded virtual dissection sessions. Additional supplies for siblings available for $5.

Pick-up Available on the first Wednesday of each month at the Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center, 1306 N Berkeley Ave, Peoria, IL 61603.

Shipping available via priority mail for $15.05.

Contact events@jumpsimulation.org with questions.