Let’s face it: Kids need things to entertain them during breaks from school. As tempting as it can be to let them spend their off days watching TV or playing video games, it’s best to keep them busy with guided activities that offer an educational component. We know that no parent wants to force their...
Five-year-olds are enthusiastic learners and problem solvers. At this age, they are learning to count, starting basic addition/subtraction, and telling time. This is an age where their enthusiasm for problem-solving should be encouraged! You can help develop their STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) knowledge in a fun way with educational toys for 5 and 6...
This one isn't as STEM related as most of our projects, but I think it's such a cool craft! We recently made these mini terrarium necklaces when learning about the water cycle. I still had tons of these tiny jars, so I was brainstorming other possible projects to do with these jars. That's when we...
Who says scientists don't also love to pamper themselves? It is too easy to imagine that all "scientists" work in labs or think that all STEM careers are behind a computer. I love to remind students the variety of STEM careers that exist! A career within a STEM field could mean being a software engineer,...