Talk STEM

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

In our personal experiences, we agree with the Women in Tech panel that continuous exploration is a significant aspect of our STEM Mindset, especially during the school year. STEM Mindset is a Growth Mindset Why are mindsets important? For example, this school year, we are taking AP Physics and learning to drive.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 22, 2022

It is a time to use our hands, our minds, and our voices to explore the things around us. Play can positively impact our brain, our academic growth, as well as our creative and social development. Play can positively impact our brain, our academic growth, as well as our creative and social development.

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STEM Sport

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022

Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) games and toys are an effective way to get kids engaged in STEM in the classroom, after school, during breaks, and on the weekends. There are a variety of different STEM games and STEM toys for children based on their age, interests, and current skill level.

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Vivify Stem

AUGUST 3, 2021

Get Your STEM Classroom Ready for Back to School! But don’t stress, we have you covered with our favorite STEM icebreakers, activities to introduce STEM to your students, and even classroom posters and freebies! Before we dive in, let’s first talk about what makes a STEM icebreaker. Find it here!

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ED Surge

APRIL 1, 2022

“We need to talk about the trauma of teaching through a pandemic,” urges Christopher Bowen, a STEM curriculum specialist for Johnson City Schools in Tennessee. If you don’t focus on the educators, then what is that classroom environment like for a teacher who’s undergoing a traumatic experience ? Where do I go to share it?

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Whether you are a brand new elementary STEM teacher or a seasoned STEM veteran, there are a few things we all have in common. We know what it looks like to complete a successful STEM challenge, and we know what it looks like when a STEM challenge goes very wrong. How are you using these materials to accomplish your goal?”

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Math is a key element of STEM education. As parents and educators, there are ways to get middle school students engaged in math-focused STEM activities that help increase their comprehension and retention. To make this activity more engaging, parents and educators can use varying sizes of candy bars to facilitate a volume lesson.

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Carly and Adam

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

I love walking into classrooms in my current role as an Assistant Principal and hearing teachers say, “Sorry it looks like a mess in here” or “It is not usually like this, we were just working on a project.” I cannot stand walking into a quiet classroom where you can hear a pin drop. The phrase I love to use is “Organized CHAOS.”

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STEM Sport

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

STEM is an essential part of a child’s education. Especially in the early stages of education, providing students access to quality STEM lessons positively impacts their comprehension, retention, and willingness to continue learning STEM in the future. Download the Five Senses Sorting Cards at The STEM Laboratory.

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PCS Edventures

AUGUST 23, 2022

We provide one less thing for you to juggle, reducing stress by adding more STEM. PCS Edventures’ all-inclusive programs let educators in and out of the traditional classroom setting spend more time facilitating and less time stressing! Find more tips and resources for using our programs year-round in our blog post, A Year of STEM.

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Teachers are Terrific

NOVEMBER 19, 2021

Build a structure with a candy cane sounds like one of those wacky STEM Challenges I have invented! I thought about it briefly and then had a great brain pop! So, how does that work with materials? For the materials, I grabbed common items that I always have in the STEM Lab. Oh, it gets even more interesting!

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STEM Education Guide

APRIL 7, 2022

This way, students can see it as soon as they enter the classroom. Once students enter the classroom, they should not think of what they should be doing. It is classroom management at its finest. Have you ever come to class, and children are just plain chaotic? If yes, then you might benefit from “Do Now Activities.”.

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STEM Education Guide

OCTOBER 6, 2022

We have decided to break down the best ones we’ve found. This sparked an idea to support parents and children by creating play-based experiences that show children how the world works. Their boxes come full of open-ended activities to use in multiple ways that last. From clothing boxes to snack boxes. KiwiCo Kola Crate.

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STEM Education Guide

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Asking for books allowed us to build a library at home that included favorites from our family and friends. Kindergarten sight words are essential for developing strong reading and writing skills, whether you’re working with young learners in the classroom or at home. What Are Kindergarten Sight Words, And Why Are They Important?

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PCS Edventures

MARCH 31, 2020

Whether you are currently participating in distance learning or are exploring your options, our team of STEM Development Teachers have compiled a list of FREE resources for you to use! We could all use some peace of mind right now. Scholastic. Comprehensive collection of free resources for grades Pre-K-9.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

One effective way to do this is by incorporating 15-minute creativity challenges into the elementary classroom. In today's fast-paced educational landscape, it's crucial to foster creativity and innovation among our young learners. What are 15-Minute Creativity Challenges? Let’s look at some examples of creativity lessons.

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Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

112: OTT: All About Makerspace Materials in the Classroom Short on materials for your Makerspace? There are several inexpensive ways to gather materials for your classroom. Transcripts from the Show: Welcome to One Tired Teacher, Episode 112, All About Makerspace Materials in the Classroom. No worries! What am I going to do?”

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ED Surge

MAY 23, 2023

It’s evidence that “in the space of just a few decades, girls and women have not just caught up with boys and men in the classroom — they have blown right past them.” EdSurge recently spoke with Reeves about how education might change to better support boys and men. Then, 50 years ago, the U.S. So writes author Richard V.

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