Category: Hands-On Challenges

Check out these tips, tricks, and resources to make your year as a STEM teacher newbie a success.

STEM Teacher 101: A Survival Guide for Newbies

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

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Get your students into the swing of spring with these STEM Earth Day Activities you can do with little to no cost on your part!

STEM Earth Day Activities for Elementary Students

With Earth Day approaching, it’s time to dive into some exciting Earth Day STEM activities that celebrate the wonders of nature. As a nature enthusiast and STEM advocate, I’m always on the hunt for engaging projects for my students. When I can use STEM Earth Day activities that spark curiosity

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Bring in the luck of the Irish with these easy STEM activities for St. Patrick's Day.

5 St. Patrick’s Day Easy STEM Activities for Elementary

I absolutely love including some festive fun into our routines, especially when it comes to holiday activities! There’s just something magical about seeing the joy in the kids’ eyes and feeling the energy skyrocket when we give our everyday routines a holiday spin. And hey, with St. Patrick’s Day just

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Football STEM activities for football season or the Super Bowl

Football STEM Ideas That Make You Say “Touchdown!”

As the countdown to the Super Bowl begins, there’s a palpable buzz in the air – the excited chatter of fans, the friendly banter between rival supporters, and the collective anticipation of a sports spectacle that unites millions. In the midst of all of this, I found myself pondering the

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Use these tips to help you get your first project fully funded on Donor's Choose this year.

How to use DonorsChoose to Get Cool Stuff for Your Classroom

Do you want free items for your classroom? Wishing you had new furniture, technology, or supplies? Here’s a super simple solution for you! DonorsChoose! It’s an incredible website that allows you to request items for your classroom and receive donations from supporters around the world, which means you get them

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