Our family has loved receiving our Kiwi Crate! I wanted to share with you exactly what you can expect in your Kiwi Crate (and give you a coupon code.) If you're on the fence about to purchase a KiwiCo subscription box, this article is for you! Prior to purchasing, I really wondered - What can...
The Spider Robots are coming. When it is time to introduce your students to Robotics, the Spider Robot is a great option. It is an inexpensive way to introduce the building blocks of robotics. I have used this Robot in my STEM classes for over five years. When I first started using it, my goal was...
In second grade, students are learning about life science, how the earth was shaped, defining problems, and more. The science curriculum for 7 to 8 year-olds varies by state, but these are just a few concepts you can expect. In math, students are learning to use standard units of measurement, developing their addition and...
The best STEM education toys encourage children’s interest and skills in science, technology, engineering, and math while still being fun! We’ve updated & rounded up our favorite toys for 2020. Looking for a coding robot for kids? Or more interested in a science kit? We’ve picked our favorite educational toys for every category & subject, so...
These homemade bouncy balls are so easy to make, and you only need a few supplies. I'll admit, they don't bounce like the super bouncy balls that you buy at the store. But they're still really fun to play with and make! (DIY always makes it better, right?!) We were recently making this easy slime...
The STEM applications with drones in modern careers are fascinating. Farmers monitor crops; environmentalists monitor waterways via drones. Land surveys are now accomplished with the help of drones. Drones can be a great way to get children interested in both scientific fields and programming. (Yes, there are even drones that your kids can code!) How to Encourage STEM...
We all love receiving gifts in the mail - especially my kids! Do you want to create a recurring activity for your family? Or simply want a great gift for a kid in your life? A STEM subscription box is the answer. It's difficult to plan regular STEM activities with your family. Maybe you've tried different experiments or new science kits...
While there are countless apps, computer programs, or coding robots to help your children learn to code, screen-free time is important. And you better believe you can learn basic principles of programming without sitting in front of a screen! These 10 screen-free coding activities help your children or students learn patterns and syntax that are...
The weather may be getting chilly, but that means plenty of time for fun winter science experiments! This is the time for holiday crafts, exploring snowflakes, and so much more! We've rounded up our favorite science and STEM activities for the winter. 1.Salt Crystal Snowflakes by Living Well Mom Learn about crystallization with this easy experiment....
If you live in an area where snow is a regular occurrence, you can do more than look at snowflake pictures. Learn about snowflakes hands-on by catching, collecting, and observing snowflakes under a microscope. You've likely seen the beauty of snowflakes with just your naked eye. When a snowflake falls on your sleeve or into...