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The Best STEM Gift Guide for Kids!

The Best STEM Gift Guide for Kids!

​[[{“value”:” Updated November 2024 The holidays are approaching, and we are here to help with your shopping needs! Read below for our tips and a free gift guide filled with quality educational gifts for the kids in your life. You can also go directly to our Amazon storefront for all the recommendations! What is a STEM gift? The market is…

Exploring Adventure Academy: A Comprehensive Review

Exploring Adventure Academy: A Comprehensive Review

​[[{“value”:” In the digital age, education has transcended traditional classrooms, with platforms like Adventure Academy leading the way in providing innovative and engaging learning experiences for children. Developed by Age of Learning—the creators of ABCmouse—Adventure Academy combines the immersive world of online gaming with an enriching academic curriculum. Designed for learners aged 8 to 13, it offers a wide range of…

Unlocking Coding Skills with CodeMonkey: A Comprehensive Review

Unlocking Coding Skills with CodeMonkey: A Comprehensive Review

​[[{“value”:” In today’s digital world, coding is becoming as essential as reading and writing. For kids, learning to code early not only opens doors to future career opportunities but also nurtures critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. CodeMonkey, a game-based platform, is a standout solution in this space, offering an accessible and enjoyable way for children to learn coding without requiring…

STEM and SHAPE: two sides of the same coin

STEM and SHAPE: two sides of the same coin

​[[{“value”:” STEM and SHAPE: two sides of the same coin Tweet Share 0 Skype Reddit +1 Pinterest 0 LinkedIn 0 Email When you’re painting a picture, you don’t just use one type of brushstroke. When you’re playing a team sport, you don’t just field one type of player. And when you’re learning to cook, you don’t just use one flavour….

Exploring Curiosity with Vsauce: A Comprehensive Review of The Curiosity Box

Exploring Curiosity with Vsauce: A Comprehensive Review of The Curiosity Box

​[[{“value”:” When it comes to making science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) concepts both entertaining and thought-provoking, few creators have had as much impact as Vsauce. Led by Michael Stevens, Vsauce has captivated millions with its YouTube videos that dive into science, philosophy, and the sheer wonder of curiosity. Building on this passion for exploration, Vsauce launched The Curiosity Box,…

NC STEM e-Update (Nov. 21, 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 latest edition 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 directly to your email address….

Best STEM Subscription Boxes in the UK: Inspiring Young Minds

Best STEM Subscription Boxes in the UK: Inspiring Young Minds

​[[{“value”:” STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education has become a cornerstone of preparing children for the future. One of the most engaging ways to foster interest in these fields is through STEM subscription boxes, which combine hands-on activities with educational content. These kits are delivered monthly, offering a mix of fun and learning, making STEM concepts accessible and exciting…

Engineering Melodies: A Music Box Adventure!

Engineering Melodies: A Music Box Adventure!

​[[{“value”:” Music boxes have been around for hundreds of years, long before records, CDs, or streaming services. These little boxes use a clever trick to play music. They have a row of metal teeth, like a comb, each a different size to make a different tone. A spinning barrel with bumps on it plucks the teeth, playing a song. The…

Climate change in the Arctic

Climate change in the Arctic

​[[{“value”:” Climate change in the Arctic Published: The impacts of climate change are all around us, but research in certain locations can provide particularly fascinating insights into this global issue. Dr Paul Treitz, based at Queen’s University in Canada, is using remote sensing techniques and field measurements to investigate what vegetation in the Arctic can tell us about the effects…

Building Bricks STEM Challenge: Engage Young Minds Through Hands-On Learning

Building Bricks STEM Challenge: Engage Young Minds Through Hands-On Learning

​[[{“value”:” Post by Kristina Klammer, Natasha Wilkerson, and Claire Meschkat Posted: November 19, 2024 Do you have a bunch of building bricks or LEGO® blocks in your classroom? Looking for low-prep STEM stations for younger students? Check out our free Building Bricks Challenge Mats, a perfect way to introduce K-5 students to STEM! Find them in our free resource library,…