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When I first became a STEM teacher, I remember looking around my STEM classroom and feeling like every teacher on social media seemed to have the perfect setup. Robots were rolling across tables. Giant makerspace carts overflowing with supplies. Bins filled with every building material imaginable. Meanwhile, I was standing
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
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 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
Ready to shake things up in the classroom? I’ve gathered some resources that’ll not only jazz up your teaching game but also sprinkle a healthy dose of creativity on your students. Today, we’re exploring the universe of stop-motion digital animation, and guess what? The only tool your students will need
Have you ever watched your kiddos interact with each other during group work? Most often, they either work well together or divide and do their own thing. With this dilemma in mind, how do we prepare our kiddos as they move on through school and life, where they are going
STEM learning isn’t just for science, math, and tech classes! And, it isn’t just about coding or using complex software or robotics. Integrating STEM into the classroom can include anything from seasonal STEM activities to read-alouds. And, these STEM activities will help you seamlessly tap into the power of STEM
With so many cool gadgets and technology available to teachers right now it can feel overwhelming. One of my main goals in starting the Miss Tech Queen blog was to help you navigate how to use these awesome resources in your classroom. One of my favorite (and sometimes less heard
In today’s rapidly evolving world, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) have become critical components of education. As a new teacher, navigating the realm of STEM in the classroom might seem daunting, but fear not! I’m here to share all I’ve learned with you. By embracing STEM education, you can
One of my favorite things about kids of all ages is their incredible ability to use their imaginations and creativity. I mean, that’s the core of STEM learning, right? Sometimes students can feel frustrated and overwhelmed by challenges though. Because of this, it’s important to find ways to keep inspiring
Can you believe it’s already May? The end of the school year is upon us. Where did the time go? It feels like only yesterday we were welcoming our bright-eyed and bushy-tailed students into our classrooms. But now it’s the end of the year, and they aren’t quite as eager
Stop motion movies have become a part of pop culture thanks to incredible movies like The Lego Movie, The Nightmare Before Christmas, Gumby, Missing Link, The Boxtrolls, and The Isle of Dogs just to name a few. And, thanks to kid-friendly technology it’s not only easy but super fun for
