There is a very specific kind of overwhelm that comes with being told you are the STEM teacher, but not being given a STEM curriculum to actually teach. I remember sitting at my desk, excited at first. Then the questions started piling up. What do I teach first? How long
You know that moment when you’re told to “incorporate more STEM and technology,” but no one actually shows you how to do it? You sit there thinking about your schedule, your supplies, and your students, and it quickly turns into one more thing on your plate instead of something exciting
Between lesson planning, meetings, and everything else on your plate, adding a STEM night to your to-do list can feel like just one more overwhelming task. But with the right structure in place, it can actually become one of the most rewarding and manageable events of the year. A well-planned
Planning a STEM camp can feel exciting at first. That is, until you sit down to actually plan it. Suddenly, you are trying to figure out the right number of activities to fill a week, how long each one should take, and how to keep your students engaged throughout. We
Spring hits, and we can feel it instantly. The energy shifts as the sunlight lingers a little longer. Suddenly, the winter bulletin board that felt cozy now feels tired. Our students are ready for something fresh. Honestly, so are we! This is the time of year when we want bulletin
If you’re a STEM teacher, chances are you’ve had at least one moment where you felt like you were juggling a dozen things at once. You’re managing materials, answering rapid-fire questions, keeping students engaged, and somehow trying to make learning meaningful in the middle of it all. Add in curious
If you’re looking for a simple way to boost engagement without reinventing your lesson plans, celebrating funny holidays in the classroom is one of the easiest and most joyful strategies you can use. These themed days instantly shift the energy, spark curiosity, and even make everyday academic skills feel fresh
If you’ve ever watched a student try to drag an image instead of copying it, you know just how important teaching copy and paste really is. It’s one of those small, simple actions that can make a big difference in how confidently our students navigate technology. Mastering copy and paste
If you’ve ever handed your students a handful of LEGOs, you know the magic that happens next. Their faces light up, imaginations take off, and the classroom hums with excitement. What I love most about using LEGOs (or any snap-together building blocks) in the classroom is that they make learning
When I think about coding for kids, I can’t help but get excited about the possibilities. Coding isn’t just about typing lines of code or creating flashy games. It’s about helping our kids develop problem-solving skills, logical thinking, and creativity. As STEM and technology teachers, we know that giving our
Have you ever noticed how quickly your students perk up the moment a robot rolls into the classroom? There’s something about those little flashing lights and beeps that instantly grabs attention. Coding mats take that excitement one step further by turning play into purposeful learning. Instead of just driving a
Mornings in the classroom can feel a little chaotic. It can make a 1-on-1 check-in with students difficult. But daily check-ins can make all the difference in creating a calm, connected classroom climate. Whether you are a traditional classroom teacher or an enrichment teacher, keep reading to find out how
