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Engineers Week Feb. 18-24

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This week, February 18-24, 2024, is DiscoverE’s Engineers Week. Their tagline: “A week-long event, a year-long commitment” Do you wonder why anyone would be passionate about engineering? million engineering jobs that pay $42 per hour in median. Since 2007, the number of engineering grads nationwide has shot up 33%.

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Teaching 2nd Grade Earth Science

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STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) is a valuable tool for teaching problem-solving and promoting creativity in young students. Check out The Earth Science STEM Challenge (Erosion, Water Cycle, Landforms) 1. This STEM activity aligns with NGSS Earth Science Standards for Kindergarten.

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The Best Books and STEM Challenges to Teach Kindergarten Earth Science

Carly and Adam

As our youngest learners begin to explore STEM, one important science topic is the study of earth science. These creative creatures use the environment around them to create a place to live. This activity aligns with NGSS Earth Science Standards for Kindergarten but could also be used in 1st and 2nd grade, too!

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National STEM/STEAM Day Nov. 8th

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National STEM Day is November 8 and the unofficial holiday celebrates science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education throughout the United States. National STEM Day is November 8 and the unofficial holiday celebrates science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education throughout the United States.

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The 26 Best STEM Toys of 2023

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STEM toys are educational toys designed to help children learn science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun, engaging way. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, or science lover, you’re sure to find something to inspire your child’s creativity and imagination.

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The 26 Best STEM Toys of 2023

STEM Education Shopping

STEM toys are educational toys designed to help children learn science, technology, engineering, and math in a fun, engaging way. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, teacher, or science lover, you’re sure to find something to inspire your child’s creativity and imagination.

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More than just a science magazine for kids: Smore

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STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. When presented with a problem that needs a solution, STEM education teaches them to analyze, observe, explore, think creatively, and learn from their mistakes. Covers brilliant figures in science history and recounts their achievements. Space Science.

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