Have you considered having a theme for your Maker Space? We have always felt that Maker Spaces are a great way to enrich students in the classroom. Providing a place…
STEM & Amusement Parks
As elementary teachers, we are always on the lookout for innovative ways to make STEM subjects come alive for our students. One extraordinary resource that sometimes goes unnoticed is the…
Earth Day and STEM
Earth Day this year is on a Saturday in April, although the earth’s environment is a topic that can be studied year-round in the classroom. Spring is a great time…
Flying High with STEM
Let’s fly high with STEM! If you are searching for a theme that will provide a multitude of curriculum integration ideas, aviation and flight is a perfect choice. And spring…
STEM Family Nights
“Equipping our students with 21st Century Skills” and “Engaging our School Community in the Student’s Learning” are two goals often stated for the new school year. It is presented at Back to School Nights…
STEM and Classroom Parties
Hosting a STEM Party Celebrating the holidays with a classroom party is a tradition in most elementary schools. Typically, the parties would mostly revolve around food and a possible craft…
Construction and STEM
Construction in Your Classroom Building, crashing, building, balancing, building, failure, and building success. Combining construction and STEM materials in your classroom can build more than towers and tall monuments, it…
Classics and STEM
integrate classic literature and STEM activities with parent outreach. A great combination!
November STEM : Giant Balloons,Thanksgiving Parades, & Engineering
Thanksgiving morning has finally arrived! We are excited, but maybe not for the reasons you think. Turkey, stuffing and pumpkin pie are all wonderful traditions. But in our homes, the…
Best STEM Challenge Ever
Best STEM Challenge Ever! Do you teach animal adaptations and habitats? We have a great STEM challenge that is easily integrated into your science unit. Part of our “Is It In Your…
