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
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
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
I love all things STEM and try to find ways to show off my love for STEM everywhere I go. That means you can find me in my favorite STEM shirts, with STEM stickers on my laptop and water bottles, sporting a STEM scrunchie, or even cuddling my favorite STEM
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
We’ve all experienced a time in our lives when we didn’t feel motivated to do our best. For students, with all the pressures they face, it’s easy for them to feel discouraged. I’m always trying to find ways to keep my students excited about learning and help them face challenges
Who’s ready for a field trip? Nothing gets our students more excited than hearing those six words from their teacher. But let’s be honest for a minute. Traditional field trips are not always realistic. Between tight schedules, limited funding, behavior concerns, and the pressure to stay aligned to standards, planning
I get questions every week asking what I use in my makerspace and how to begin one. I’m so happy to be able to share with you all the tips and tricks I have learned along the way to start and maintain a successful makerspace. In 2017, I switched from teaching
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
