Want to find picture books that inspire engineering, tinkering, and invention in kids? Read one or all of these engaging-themed books. You'll love how they show the STEM concepts in such a positive light. And, I bet they'll put some new ideas in your child's mind. Ideas like inventing their own wonderful something... Standout STEM Engineering and Invention Picture Books Magnolia Mudd … [Read more...]
Best STEM (STEAM) Chapter Books for Kids
I'm so excited to see more STEM and STEAM chapter books (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). The stories on today's list make STEM enticing to readers. If it isn't already, that is. Whether or not your kids are even interested in STEM, see what develops after reading one of the book on this list. Maybe an interest will grow? I've divided this into two sections: beginning … [Read more...]
What’s So Important About STEM: A Chat with Hank Green
You probably know Hank Green of The Vlog Brothers and a ton of other cool nerdy sites (NerdFighteria being one). We spoke last week about what parents need to know about STEM, STEM careers, and fostering a love of inquiry. Green is currently partnering with Emerson whose whole goal is to try to figure out how to create the next generation of who they can hire. They're looking for engineers and … [Read more...]
Big Hit For Kids: PlayWell LEGO Engineering Party
PlayWell gave us an afternoon of FUN with a LEGO-inspired engineering party. Designed for kids ages 5 - 14, we took advantage of the age range, inviting both boys and girl friends that were 9-, 10-, and 12- years old to join my daughters who are 12 and 15. I loved the instructor, how well the class was organized, the trial and error involved in the kids' projects, the engineering and design … [Read more...]
Cool New STEM Apps for Brainiacs
I've found tons of cool new STEM apps for your brainiac children ages 2 to 13! STEM means these apps are about science, engineering, technology, and math. STEM normally means that one or more of those subjects are in the content -- but for this post, I'm including all apps that have any STEM skills, even if they're straight science or math. Each app has links to the Apple Store and the Android … [Read more...]
STEAM / STEM Gifts for Kids
I'm so excited for this year's kids' holiday gift guide because I have the best, new and cool STEM (and STEAM) Christmas and Hanukkah gift ideas for your kids. (STEM / STEAM = science, tech, engineering, art, and math) Visit this page for art-only gifts. STEAM / STEM Gifts for Kids LEGO DUPLO First Bricks ages 18 months + ENGINEERING, ART Features a buildable car with separate wheelbase and … [Read more...]
STEM Summer Camps and Classes
Avoiding the summer learning loss can be challenging but Sylvan Learning's Sylvan Edge is excited to announce a solution! They're offering new STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) summer camps and classes. To register or get more information, go here. [fbvideo link="http://www.facebook.com/SylvanLearning/videos/vb.86025872738/10153002203897739/?type=1&theater" width="560" … [Read more...]
Introducing Stop Motion Animation for Kids
We love how fluidly OGOBild's Animate It! Stop Motion Animation Software and Constructive Play Kit blends STEAM* education and PBL, or project based learning, both totally necessary for our children to build a 21st century skill set. Anyone interested in the Maker Movement will want this kit for their children. * STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and math, it's the … [Read more...]
Seriously — LEGO Engineering for Kids?
Kids already are natural builders. Give them LEGOS, facilitation, and information and watch as kids become engineers. Actually, I never thought about engineering for kid until AJ (4th grade) took a Play-Well Engineering FUNdamentals class after school, which she loves. It got me thinking about all the ways to learn about engineering - and, you know I love to research and learn so I've gathered … [Read more...]