In this lesson, students will learn how to use layers and color theory to create a picture out of shapes in Google Slides. Color theory, a basic element, is the key to making people feel and think in a certain way. For instance, the color red is known to make people feel excited. Along with learning about color theory,…
The best books of any month should be five-star reads. And this month they are! Some months I read a few GREAT books and many other months I struggle to rate books above 3 stars. The books are good but to me five stars mean perfection. It’s hard to find that kind of book. I read 10 books this…
Si busca enriquecer la educación de un niño y abrirle la puerta a un mundo de posibilidades, involucrarlo en la educación STEM es una de las mejores cosas que puede hacer. STEM, que significa ciencia, tecnología, ingeniería y matemáticas, permite a los estudiantes explorar, crear, experimentar, participar en el pensamiento crítico y mucho más. La educación STEM es esencial…
In today’s rapidly evolving world, computer science (CS) and technology skills have become indispensable tools for addressing a wide range of societal challenges. Technology and computing are in all industries including farming and agriculture, manufacturing, construction, and retail. And yet, the importance of maximizing our CS innovative progress in ways that are sustainably and culturally beneficial is often overlooked. …
Let me share ways to create this highly engaging challenge with your students! If you have ever had a Newton’s Cradle in your classroom then you will understand the fascination with this STEM Challenge! Kids absolutely love to watch a Newton’s Cradle clack endlessly together. I promise the first time we tried this challenge my fifth graders actually cheered…