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
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 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
If you’ve been searching for an engaging and meaningful way to introduce STEM or STEAM to your students, I’ve got exactly what you need! Let’s take a look at my favorite way to introduce science, technology, engineering, and math in a way that’s both fun and interactive. This STEM lesson
If you’re anything like me, you’re always searching for new ways to make learning at home more exciting, meaningful, and, most importantly, fun! That’s why I pulled together resources that I truly believe make the perfect homeschool STEM curriculum. Whether you homeschool full time or you’re simply looking to make
School breaks are supposed to be a time to relax, but if you’ve ever heard “I’m bored” five minutes after breakfast, you know it helps to have something ready for kids to do. That’s where my workbook of “boredom busters” comes in! These activities are great for families trying to
June is all about celebrating the end of the school year while still keeping our students engaged and learning. With the weather warming up and summer right around the corner, it’s the perfect time to lean into hands-on fun, outdoor-friendly builds, and creative problem-solving. These June STEM activities are designed
When I first started teaching STEM and Technology to my students, I quickly realized that I needed more than just fun challenges and cool tech tools. I needed to help my students become better teammates. That’s when team building activities became one of my favorite tools to build community and
