Vivify Stem

JANUARY 24, 2024

Post by Michelle Bogden & Natasha Wilkerson January 22, 2024 Unleash Creativity, Communication, Collaboration, and Critical Thinking in your Students! Challenge your students to complete astronaut training to collect all four badges: creativity, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking!

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Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

144: Why Are Makerspaces Important in the Elementary Classroom? One of innovation, creativity, collaboration, community, and critical thinking. Makerspace should exist in every elementary classroom. Today we are talking about WHY classrooms might want to include a makerspace. Come join me. They are a mindset.

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Cool Cat Teacher

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Understandably, kindergarten and elementary teachers need to reach every student where they are on their learning journey, but it isn't always easy. Episode 793 - The 10 Minute Teacher Podcast How to Differentiate Math Instruction in the Elementary Classroom Dr. Carol Ann Tomlinson. Listen to that and think and regroup.

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 15, 2021

The after-school STEM club meets every Wednesday. Today, they were excited to try out their designs in a practice run before they head to the local park next week for their “official” STEM club launch party. What is an After-School STEM Club? How do you Start an Elementary STEM Club? Things got quiet.

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Kid Spark Education

MAY 12, 2022

Starting STEM education early sets students up for educational success in and out of the STEM subjects. With the critical thinking, creative problem solving, and logical reasoning skills learned through early STEM fluency, young learners are able to adapt more quickly and embrace the world around them with curiosity and confidence.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Helping students understand the concept of Pi through the use of creativity challenges not only enriches their mathematical knowledge but also fosters critical thinking, encourages collaborative learning, and makes the learning experience more engaging and enjoyable. Why Use Creativity Challenges to Teach About Pi?

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 27, 2024

Step into the enchanting realm of magic and innovation with the "Cinderella Fairy Tale STEM Activity." This captivating STEM Challenge weaves together the timeless charm of fairy tales with the thrill of STEM learning, promoting critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Combining STEM and Basketball in Elementary Classrooms Basketball is not just a sport; it's an exciting avenue for introducing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts to elementary students. As educators, we constantly seek innovative methods to engage students in STEM learning.

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 8, 2021

STEM Challenges and Books for Elementary Students During the Month of December STEM learning is the integration of science, technology, engineering, and math. It is a hands-on way for kids to extend their learning in these subject areas while developing creativity and critical thinking skills.

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) lessons are foundational to a child’s education. Students begin participating in STEM learning as early as preschool and kindergarten. These frequent touchpoints with STEM curricula lead to STEM literacy, which benefits a child’s educational and personal development.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 5, 2023

STEM, STEAM, STREAM (or some other version of this integrated model of learning) is known by many different names. This post will provide a closer look at STEM, STEAM, and STREAM, sharing some similarities and differences of these approaches. Right brain thinkers are creative, intuitive and emotional in their thinking.

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Get Caught Engineering

JUNE 2, 2023

From Thrills to Skills: How Amusement Parks Inspire STEM Learning in Elementary Education As an elementary teachers, we are always on the lookout for innovative ways to make STEM subjects come alive for our students. One extraordinary resource that sometimes goes unnoticed is the amusement park.

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Vivify Stem

MARCH 3, 2023

5 Tips for Teaching STEM With Robots Guest Post by Sphero Team March 3, 2023 Robots are not quite living up to the promises of science fiction movies, but they are still doing some pretty amazing things in our everyday lives, especially in the classroom. Let’s dive in and discover what you can do with Sphero!

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Carly and Adam

JUNE 29, 2023

Get ready to cross the bridge into a world of fairy tales and engineering with "The 3 Billy Goats Gruff Fairy Tale STEM Activity." This STEM Challenge combines the enchantment of fairy tales with the excitement of STEM education, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.

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Carly and Adam

JULY 21, 2023

This STEM Challenge takes the classic tale of "The Little Red Hen" and adds a dash of engineering and problem-solving. In the Little Red Fort STEM Activity , students will enjoy the enchantment of fractured fables combined with the excitement of STEM education, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.

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Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning

JANUARY 24, 2022

154:5 Magnificent Benefits from an Elementary Makerspace Today we take a further look at the magnificent benefits of an elementary Makerspace. I also want to take this moment to let you know that my Makerspace course Mastering Makerspace: From Zero to Amazing is open and accepting enrollment. I hope to see you inside!

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STEM Sport

MAY 15, 2024

For kids interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), summer programs and camps are a great way to improve STEM literacy over the summer months and fuel a passion for STEM as a whole, or specific areas of STEM.

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Carly and Adam

JULY 20, 2023

Get ready to mix, bake, and build with "The Gingerbread Man Fable STEM Activity." This STEM Challenge takes the classic tale of the speedy Gingerbread Man and adds a sprinkle of STEM magic. So, put on your chef hats, grab your building blocks, and let's embark on a delicious and creative adventure!

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Carly and Adam

JULY 17, 2023

Get ready to climb to new heights with the "Jack and the Beanstalk Fairy Tale STEM Activity." This STEM Challenge takes the classic tale of Jack and his magical beanstalk and adds a twist of engineering and creativity. In this STEM challenge, students engineer a beanstalk to support the castle.

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Stem Activities for Kids

JULY 10, 2022

It’s time for some STEM warm-ups! Are you looking for STEM bell ringers? Activate your students’ brains with these STEM critical thinking warm-ups. This download contains 16 tasks, 4 that focus on each of the aspects of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). Materials Needed.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 29, 2022

What exactly is STEM? Maybe a colleague or administrator visits your STEM classroom and has some questions, objections, or misconceptions about what they see. STEM and crafts are both hands-on in nature, but STEM is much, much more! While STEM and crafts may have a few similarities, they are very different.

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STEM for Kids

MARCH 14, 2024

Raleigh, North Carolina USA 3/14/2024 Our Founder, Moni Singh, sat down with Amber Freeman of CBS17 to discuss how to inspire diversity in STEM fields. So, when she founded STEM For Kids, she started creating opportunities for diverse young students to get hands-on experiences with STEM.

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Stem Activities for Kids

APRIL 5, 2023

Do you dive right into a STEM challenge or activity without brain warm-ups? You don’t need to spend a lot of time warming up, so just pick one of these to try before your next STEM challenge! Brain Teasers, Riddles, or Critical Thinking Warm-Ups Try a brain teaser, a STEM riddle, or critical thinking warm-ups!

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STEM Sport

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In today’s rapidly changing world, the demand for qualified, passionate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) professionals continues to grow. STEM careers are at the forefront of innovation and progress, shaping the future in a variety of ways.

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Vivify Stem

MARCH 22, 2022

Sub Plans for a STEM Classroom Post by Michelle Bogden March 18, 2022 Are you in need of sub plans for your STEM classroom? Whether it's planned ahead, the morning of, or a 2 week COVID quarantine, I try to always have low-prep STEM lesson plans ready if needed. Read more here about 10 tips for managing a STEM Classroom.

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STEM Sport

JANUARY 30, 2023

What is STEM? STEM is an acronym used to describe science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This term is similar to STEM but adds the ‘A’ to put an extra emphasis on the art and creative side of careers and education. This inclusion is meant to highlight the importance of soft skills in learning and STEM careers.

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Chillax Science

APRIL 18, 2023

If you need a list of STEM toys , I published a simple list for you. One of the key benefits of play is the promotion of creativity and imagination. When children engage in imaginative play, they develop their imagination and creativity, which allows them to think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions to problems.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 30, 2023

Photo by Markus Winkler: [link] The Best Resources and Strategies Review: Stem Curriculum Guides to Engage Students and Ignite passion for All Lessons (2023) – Are you looking for the best STEM curriculum books guide to enhance your teaching and engage your students? Look no further!

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The Maker Mom

MARCH 9, 2024

Whether you already have a budding scientist on your hands or would love for your child to learn more about technology, attending one of the many STEM camps in San Antonio can be an enjoyable way to further their interest. Mad Science Mad Science STEM camps operate throughout the year in the Austin and San Antonio areas.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 8, 2024

STEM centers stand out as the most captivating method for teaching astronomy, offering interactive and hands-on experiences that make complex cosmic concepts accessible and exciting for learners. It's a creative and simple way to bring the dynamics of our solar system to life for young learners. 10 Astronomy Activities: 1.

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PCS Edventures

JANUARY 29, 2024

STEM educators, does this all sound familiar? There's considerable overlap between STEM and holistic learning. Both holistic and STEM education aim to create meaningful learning experiences that help learners reach their full academic and personal potential. Creativity : How can I make this meal even tastier?

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STEM Education Shopping

MAY 17, 2023

Hey there, fellow STEM enthusiasts! Today, I want to talk about the latest innovation in STEM education – Cue Robot. As a writer passionate about promoting science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), I am excited to share with you how this fun and interactive robot is changing the game for learners of all ages.

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Chillax Science

MAY 3, 2023

What I am putting forward is that I am tired of “ one more thing ” pushed into elementary school teachers, specifically. This kind of teaching method tends to place heavy emphasis on rote learning and recalling facts, often at the expense of deeper critical thinking skills, creativity, and experiential learning.

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STEM Sport

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Integrating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) into Physical Education (PE) classes offers an innovative approach to education. This article explores how PE educators and facilitators can use STEM learning in their coursework. Students then evaluate measurement systems to decide the best measurement size.

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PCS Edventures

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Entrepreneurial Skills: Creativity Innovation Critical thinking Problem-solving Communication Collaboration Risk-taking Resilience PCS Edventures’ many STEM programs engage learners in activities that foster the entrepreneurial spirit. Think outside the box (and backward!) with one of history’s most creative minds.

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The Maker Mom

MARCH 23, 2024

Baltimore is a dynamic hub of innovative STEM technology in Maryland, so you can find many STEM camps for kids throughout the city in schools and centers. Most take place at schools, community centers, and even on college campuses, but no matter the location, your children will have a great time at any of these Baltimore STEM camps.

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PCS Edventures

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

And for us educators, how can we not get excited about all the STEM connection opportunities? This allows for endless creativity and exploration. That’s where STEM Meets the Science of Reading. In this way, playing and analyzing the game made STEM concepts more concrete. Gaming offers something for everyone.

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