It’s unfortunate, but when a new fad comes to education, the powers that be often think that simply purchasing a product or making time for a class will be the most effective way to implement the idea (and help generate student growth). Add makerspaces to the list. A Makerspace is More than Tools & Furniture […]
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Help Students Avoid Summer Slide with a Passion Project
As they say, April showers bring May flowers… but what does May bring? For many of us, it brings the end of another school year. While summer is a time for rejuvenation, it is also a time for that often-lamented phenomenon: Summer Slide. As a teacher, you’re familiar with the regression when students tend […]
3 Ways to Learn about Edison in the Classroom
Thomas Edison did more than just create a few useful inventions; some of his over 1,000 patented creations still impact the technology we use today. Incorporating one or more Edison related activities into the classroom provides a richer understanding of the inventor’s life and important works. Technology Timeline The tools we use to work […]
Explore STEM Careers with Your Middle School Students
Jobs in STEM — science, technology, engineering, and mathematics — are on the rise. According to the National Science Foundation, science and technology jobs are increasing at a rate of 18.7%; the average for all fields is 14.7%. That translates to thousands more jobs in STEM than in other fields over the next decade. […]
The Science of Snow: Incorporating Snow into Classroom Activities
Snowflakes come in an amazing variety of shapes and sizes—and the old adage “no two snowflakes are alike” holds true. Each snowflake can be made up of combinations of dozens of shapes—from simple bullets and triangles to complex dendrites and stars. Check out these activity ideas and get your students engaged and learning about the […]
Developing Engineering Skills in the Block Corner
The “block corner” has long been a beloved staple for early learning. Today, more than ever, the hands–on discovery and problem solving that happen naturally when young children play with blocks supports thinking skills that will propel today’s preschoolers and kindergarteners into designing our future. 21st Century Skills: Building Blocks in Early Childhood Let’s […]
Pumpkin Science: STEM Activities for Halloween and Beyond
Celebrate the fall season and learn something new with these pumpkin science activities! Pumpkin fall fun is a great way to apply STEM and STEAM concepts to a hands-on activity. Check out these three! 3 Pumpkin Science Activities to Try this Halloween Pumpkin Seed Studies Does a bigger pumpkin yield more seeds? Maybe—and there […]
Creating Teachable Summer Moments with Your Child
Summer brings long days of family fun, relaxation, and spending time together. However, it’s also a time when some children experience the “summer slump” and lose some of the educational gains they made during the academic year. To avoid summer learning loss and build quality family time, parents can tailor summer fun opportunities to […]
Drumming in PE: Inclusive, Active, Fun!
By: Michael Doyle, 2014 SHAPE America Central District Adapted Physical Education Teacher of the Year In February of 2013 I attended the Central District SHAPE America conference in Jackson, Wyoming. During that conference I attended a session by Kim Morrissey from Kansas that introduced drumming on stability balls that were placed on buckets. Instantly […]
Write, Create, and Study Sensory Spaces
We know what a challenge it can be to keep children happy, active and engaged in learning! We have compiled several simple, creative ideas for sensory solutions for everyday activities. Our innovative concepts can help you with fresh ideas to transform a corner into a unique Sensory Space that fits your budget. Study Space […]
Fibonacci Sequence 101
The Fibonacci sequence can be found everywhere in nature. It’s the ultimate catalyst for turning STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) into STEAM (add art). The influence of math in nature often finds its way into our favorite artistic and architectural subjects. The Fibonacci sequence was first discovered from ancient Sanskrit texts using Hindu-Arabic […]
PS 121 Students Enjoy Access to Better Learning with MakerBot
Every student, no matter where they’re from, should have access to quality education. Located in a low income community in the Bronx, NY, students at PS 121 Throop struggle with not always having the resources they need to absorb new material and excel in STEAM classes. With funding from the NYS Department of Youth […]
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