We all know how amazing technology is and what a great resource it is in our classrooms. But, with all the technology our students are exposed to on a daily basis, how can we make sure we are teaching them how to stay safe and responsible while using social media,
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
In today’s tech-savvy world, it’s super important for students of all ages to have some solid tech skills under their belts. One of those must-have skills is knowing their way around a computer mouse. Teaching this skill doesn’t have to be boring or feel like a broken record. In fact,
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
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
As elementary teachers, we are always trying to create a dynamic and engaging learning environment for our students. But with everything we have to fit in for core subject learning, how do we make sure we are giving our students the opportunity to be creative individuals? That’s where the magic
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
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
As a STEM and technology teacher, I’m always looking for fun ways to expose my students to all the things they can do with technology. Among my favorite activities is Google Drawings. It’s the perfect way to help my students practice using drawing tools, dragging and dropping, adding and manipulating
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
Whether you are a STEM newbie or a STEM pro, it’s great to have a mess-free STEM option to use with your students. When I’m looking for engaging STEM activities that don’t require a lot of prep or supplies, I turn to my digital STEM activities. They are perfect for
Have you ever been excited about a computer lab project you wanted to try in your classroom only to find that the amount of time needed to plan, develop, and implement was too overwhelming? I know I have! To help you save more of your precious teacher time, grab some
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