STEM Next Opportunity Fund believes passionately in the power of families to inspire our next generation in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). When families learn and play together, the possibilities for children to explore new talents are endless. As families cook a favorite recipe, repair a bicycle, or tend a garden, children learn practical lessons in math and science….
Let’s keep your students engaged during the busy chaotic Christmas season. I have some time-saving resources for you that students love! Christmas Resources just for you but first… Is Christmas your favorite time of year? It certainly is mine and there are two really big reasons… First of all, I was born on Christmas Day! And, secondly,…
Simple materials, great problem-solving, designing, and teamwork! It’s the Brown Bag Tree STEM Challenge! I have so many things to share about this amazing holiday project to design a Christmas tree using one simple material. We call it the Brown Bag Tree for a reason! “In this post, for your convenience, you may find Amazon Affiliate links to resources….
If your child is a future scientist or a young tech wiz, it’s a good idea to fill their summer vacation with home experiments, nature walks, and educational TV shows. Entertaining an active and curious child all summer is no small task. But you don’t have to do it on your own! There are many STEM summer camps in…
A zip line you say? A Christmas zip line? Yes, that is right! A Christmas Zip Line with a Sleigh full of toys! What an exciting adventure this is for your STEM students! The first zip line we tried in the STEM lab was an experiment and design challenge. Students tested different kinds of lines and ways to attach…