The entire world has been turned upside down by this global pandemic started by COVID-19. A hot topic in our world right now is the question of what schools are going to do as the fall semester is looming ever closer. Many schools have already decided whether they will participate
Are you ready to ignite your students’ passion for computer science? Computer Science Education Week is a global event that takes place every December. It’s the perfect opportunity to dive into the fascinating world of code. You’ve probably heard of the Hour of Code, a remarkable initiative by Code.org aimed
With the holidays approaching, it is important to not only focus on educational standards but also create a sense of community in the classroom. So, how do we do we do all of that in the few short months between fall break and Thanksgiving break? With the interactive learning opportunities
Lights, camera, action! Do you love going to the movies? Imagine the lights dimming, the smell of popcorn in the air, the previews starting on the big screen. I am sure your students love going to the movies too!! You know what would be even more amazing, your students creating
Want to add some new goodies to your makerspace? On October 13th Amazon begins PRIME DAY, two days full of savings and deals!! Here are some amazing resources you can use in your classroom that will be on sale! SHOP SMART You can begin browsing some deals now! Set notifications by
COMPLETE STEM CHOICE BOARDS Create a STEM choice board for your students. You can add different types of activities that will keep students engaged and thinking. Students can complete activities online or at home, then record them on Google Slides. Incorporate other websites, science experiments and more! The choices will
Are you looking to create your own classroom website? Google Site is an amazing, FREE platform where you can easily create a website viewable to anyone online. This is a great way for teachers to make a fun website. My school currently has their own website platform, but Google Sites
Are you teaching from home this school year? Here are some pointers to help you create a positive learning environment for your students! CREATE A HOME BASE Create a one stop shop where families and students can access essential information for your class. Google Sites is a free tool that
Here are some of my favorites STEM books for kids that you can add to your collection today! Before starting a STEM or building challenge, I always read a book with my class. I love connecting literacy, sitting together on the carpet, and engaging my students in discussions. There are
The school year is underway & you may be thinking about back-to-school night! Teachers are already busy getting lesson plans prepared, getting to know students, organizing the classroom… making your back to school night simple will help ease your mind! CHAT LIVE If you do not need to meet in
STEM is about problem solving, and that is something we ALL need to do right now. Who would have thought we would be teaching from our homes? The 2020-21 school year really feels like Elsa going into the unknown. We do not know what to expect, what can change overnight,
They see me rollin…… This may give you a chuckle, but when you find you must teach on a cart, there is nothing funny about that! Not to worry, STEM on a cart is still possible!!! For a year and a half, I taught STEM from a cart to 200
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