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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FEBRUARY 19, 2024

You can download lesson plans for One Plastic Bag and 500+ more STEM Challenges in Carly and Adam’s STEM Teachers Club. In an era where environmental consciousness is more important than ever, elementary school teachers have a unique opportunity to instill values of sustainability and creativity in their students.

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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

MARCH 6, 2024

As the excitement of the Summer Olympics captivates audiences worldwide, it presents a golden opportunity to inspire our younger generation not just in sports but in the realms of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). 10 Summer Olympics STEM Challenges for Kids 1. 10 Summer Olympics STEM Challenges for Kids 1.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 13, 2024

Don’t just teach about the Summer Olympics with your upper elementary students! Engage them in a hands-on learning experience with STEM! These global games provide an opportunity to explore essential STEM concepts through practical activities, while also encouraging teamwork, and a broader understanding of the world.

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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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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

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. How much exactly?

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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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Teachers are Terrific

MARCH 31, 2023

If you are looking for hands-on engaging activities for your upper elementary students, I have great ideas for you. These 3 STEM Challenges are perfect for learning more about seeds and flowers. Are you ready for some Seed Projects in STEM? We did encounter a problem with some of the birdfeeders !

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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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Carly and Adam

JANUARY 31, 2024

Celebrate the day of love while fostering a love of learning with all thing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math)! Get ready to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and make this Valentine's Day an unforgettable experience for learners of all ages with Valentine’s Day STEM Centers. Why STEM centers?

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 26, 2021

STEM Challenges and Books for Elementary Students During the Month of January When you can captivate students by the possibility of something new and imaginative, it can lead to opportunities for learning in STEM, design and making. This can happen in your classroom by adding read alouds to your STEM challenges.

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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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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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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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EiE Blog

MARCH 17, 2022

With EiE ® ’s Wee Engineer and EiE for Kindergarten units, you can foster young learners’ creativity and put them on a problem solving path before they reach elementary school. Anyone, even young children, can be engineers.

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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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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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STEM Next

MAY 26, 2022

Seven Fun and Family-Friendly Ideas for a Summer of STEM. With less structure and more time for self-directed play, summer is an ideal time to encourage children’s interests, confidence, and creativity. Here are seven ideas to bring STEM fun into summertime. There are lots of online STEM opportunities too.

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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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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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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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Ask a Tech Teacher

NOVEMBER 7, 2019

One of the most difficult skills to teach in school is problem solving. We talk about what that means–problem solving, critical analysis, logical thinking–but often, that sounds hard to them–too hard. I don’t think schools can manage without coding and STEM. I found a partner in my STEM projects.

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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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User Generated Education

APRIL 22, 2022

First, I wanted my learners, who are from lower income families, to develop both an entrepreneur mindset and entrepreneur skills along with the creativity and innovation that comes with these skills. Communication, collaboration, and problem solving are built into the learning process. Why a Unit on Social Entrepreneurship.

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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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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

This post will share a few of our favorites, along with some hands-on STEM and engineering challenges to extend student thinking while incorporating hands-on engagement. Lessons for each of these ideas can be found in our TpT Store or in the STEM Teachers Club Membership. There are some amazing books on friendship, kindness, and love.

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STEM Sport

JULY 12, 2022

The topics of science, technology, engineering, and math are referred to as STEM when talking about education, curriculum, and jobs. STEM is gaining awareness and importance amongst educators and parents. Jobs in the STEM workforce are growing 20 percent faster than only other occupations. Scientific literacy.

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ED Surge

OCTOBER 24, 2022

They're also coding, measuring and problem-solving. Adding Play to the Day Dr. Jenny Nash Olivia Davison, an elementary innovation teacher at Redlands Unified, says that using LEGO Education for purposeful play is a fast-growing trend with K-5 teachers and students in her district. This is purposeful play. Why Teachers ??

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PCS Edventures

APRIL 16, 2024

Dive into Fun and Engaging STEM Themes PCS Edventures STEM-themed camps are the ultimate summer experience, complete with everything needed to provide meaningful and motivating activities throughout the season. STEM-themed programming keeps campers fully engaged and excited about learning.

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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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STEM Sport

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Benefits of Virtual Reality for STEM Education. Virtual reality (VR) allows children to explore STEM concepts through real-world examples and applications. In this article, STEM Sports® introduces virtual reality to the education landscape and the benefits it can have on a child’s STEM education experience.

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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). Why use STEM warm-ups?

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Stem Activities for Kids

OCTOBER 27, 2023

National STEM Day is November 8th! If you are already seasoned in STEM activities, you probably already have a few ideas of ways to celebrate. Why Celebrate National STEM Day National STEM Day is a celebration of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. Why should we celebrate National STEM Day with students?

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