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The Lunar New Year is such a special time of the year. I love incorporating it into our classroom activities to celebrate different cultures while keeping learning engaging and hands-on. This year, I’m sharing two fantastic STEM activities that I use to bring the Lunar New Year to life for
In today’s tech-driven world, it’s easy to think that coding practice has to be done with screens, fancy robots, and the latest software. The exciting part is that our students can actually build foundational coding skills without any gadgets at all! With unplugged coding activities, they get hands-on experience that’s
Coding can seem like an overwhelming or complicated skill set to a lot of our kiddos. They think only the smart kids can do it. My favorite thing is to prove to them they can all be coders! We just need to start with the basics. I discovered that setting
Welcome, new tech teachers! What an exciting time to step into the role of an elementary technology teacher! I know it can be both exciting and overwhelming, but have no fear, Miss Tech Queen is here to help! Whether you are transitioning from another teaching position or are a brand
Welcome to the exciting world of STEM teaching! As a new STEM teacher, you’re about to embark on a rewarding journey filled with discovery and innovation. Navigating the role of a “specials” teacher, where you’ll engage with multiple classes each day, presents unique challenges and opportunities. Let’s dive in and
Space Week is hands-down one of the highlights of my school year! There’s just something about the vast mysteries and wonders of space that ignites excitement for both my kiddos and myself. I’ve always dreamed of floating among the stars. Until that day comes, I’m dedicated to bringing the magic
I love incorporating themes into my lessons! Whether I am tying my activities into a holiday or celebrating a special occasion, it adds a whole new level of excitement and engagement for my students, making the learning experience more enjoyable. Today, I’m thrilled to share with you a collection of
In today’s classroom, it’s important to give our students diverse experiences. And, with the world of technology all around them, how do we make sure we are giving our students exposure to tech skills beyond using computers and tablets? With coding! And, I’m not only talking about coding using computers
One of the things I love teaching in my STEM Classroom is coding and STEM robots. But boy can it be hard to know what you need to get started. It took me a few years of trying out different resources and activities to find what works best for my
Whether you are a newbie or a pro at teaching coding, the benefits of teaching coding in the elementary classroom are too great to ignore! Whether you have access to technology or not, coding is something you can absolutely introduce in your classroom. And, teaching coding to students as young
STEM and STEAM learning have been a huge hit for kids over the past decade. But, sometimes teachers don’t feel like they have the resources available to dive into the technology aspect of STEM activities. Coding is a big part of my STEM curriculum and it’s something my kiddos look
The fall season is upon us. That means sweet crisp apples, pumpkins, gorgeous fall leaves, Halloween, and Thanksgiving. But, with everything else you have going on, it can feel overwhelming to try to plan out exciting fall-themed projects for your students. Check out these 4 fall STEM activities that are
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