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The Most Popular Easy Prep Challenges featuring Cardboard

The Most Popular Easy Prep Challenges featuring Cardboard

​[[{“value”:” Let’s talk about easy preparation and a free material! I have resources to share and tips about using cardboard! Think about it- Cardboard is free. Every package you receive is in a box. Items you purchase come in boxes. Even better, this is true of the parents of your students, and they will send their boxes to you! I…

Cool Coding & Computer Science Resources for Teens

Cool Coding & Computer Science Resources for Teens

​[[{“value”:” Cool Coding & Computer Science Resources for Teens Coding is the language of the 21st century. Even if you never go on to a career in IT, electrical engineering, or computer programming, everyone needs to know the basics. And don’t just take my word for it! Hear what these famous people have to say about it: So what can…

Music & Coding: Song Maker

Music & Coding: Song Maker

​[[{“value”:” It’s exciting to find how things I love relate to each other. For me, it’s music and coding—I play guitar, sing, and love experimenting with technology. So, when I discovered Chrome Music Lab’s Song Maker, I was immediately hooked. This tool bridges the worlds of music and technology in such an exciting way, allowing students to code their own…

Is Hack Pack Worth It?

Is Hack Pack Worth It?

​[[{“value”:” As hands-on STEM learning becomes increasingly popular, CrunchLabs, founded by former NASA engineer and YouTube sensation Mark Rober, has captured attention with its Hack Pack. Designed to foster creativity, coding skills, and critical thinking, the Hack Pack offers a unique learning experience for teens and adults. But is it truly worth it? In this post, we’ll dive into what…

Is Hack Pack Worth It?

Is Hack Pack Worth It?

​[[{“value”:” As hands-on STEM learning becomes increasingly popular, CrunchLabs, founded by former NASA engineer and YouTube sensation Mark Rober, has captured attention with its Hack Pack. Designed to foster creativity, coding skills, and critical thinking, the Hack Pack offers a unique learning experience for teens and adults. But is it truly worth it? In this post, we’ll dive into what…

NC STEM e-Update (Best of STEM 2024)

​[[{“value”:” Twice a month the NC STEM Center publishes an e-update on what’s happening in STEM education throughout North Carolina, and their annual “Best of” edition for the year is now available. View NC STEM e-Update in your browser by clicking here. Not receiving an e-update? Opt-in and subscribe at the NC STEM Center and get your personalized copy sent…

Redefining mental health services: the power of co-production and self-guided recovery

Redefining mental health services: the power of co-production and self-guided recovery

​[[{“value”:” Redefining mental health services: the power of co-production and self-guided recovery Published: In recent years, as attitudes towards mental health conditions have become more accepting and supportive, our mental health services have begun to change their practices. At Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences in Canada, social and health psychologist Dr Simone Arbour is developing Recovery Colleges. These…

Best STEM Summer Camps In Indianapolis

Best STEM Summer Camps In Indianapolis

​[[{“value”:” Finding a great STEM program for your kids has never been easier, with many camps available online and in person in cities like Indianapolis. The future of STEM curricula is bright, and children who pursue studies in these fields are putting themselves in a great position to have lifelong opportunities. Indianapolis is no exception, with a wide selection of…

Explore the Delights of Science and Nature at the Discovery Museum (Acton, MA)

​[[{“value”:” As long-time readers may know, my all-time favorite Boston-area children’s museum is the Discovery Museum in Acton, MA. This STEAM-focused children’s museum boasts 4.5 acres of indoor and outdoor science and nature exploration—and delivers loads of fun! When my children were young, we spent a lot of time there on weekends, especially in the winter […] The post Explore…