Amazing STEM Classrooms from Awesome STEM Educators One of the BEST things I ever did […]
The following is a guest post from Dr. Jacie Maslyk . Creating a new unit plan, designing a differentiated lesson, or creating a virtual field trip for students--all of these tasks require time and effort on the part of the teacher. Looking for the right resources, exploring digital content, an
Amazing STEM Classrooms from Awesome STEM Educators One of the BEST things I ever did […]
It’s a new year and you likely have new goals, grant money to spend, or maybe just a renewed enthusiasm for inspiring and instructing young minds! Whatever the case, there has never been a better time to gear up your classroom or home with the latest and greatest STEM gadgets and tools. We are have
One of the biggest struggles we hear from teachers wanting to implement STEM or a makerspace is the cost of materials. We asked members of our Facebook Group, Elementary STEM Teachers Club , to share their budget friendly tips and tricks for keeping their STEM supplies stocked. The following a
The makerspace is an incubator for problem solving, creativity and collaboration. This variety of activities calls for versatility from your furnishings.
Did you know 65 percent of today’s students will be working in jobs that don’t exist today? (source) So, if these jobs don’t exist, how do we prepare children for an unknown future? Think back to when you were a child…. do you remember how big your first computer was or the painful sound of […]
Classroom Decorations Getting my classroom, student ready!! This is my favorite part of the year, looking for items that will fit perfectly into my classroom. It’s like a hunt to find the right things that will help with organization but also create the best learning environment for my students. Since we spend a huge chunk […]
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Are you struggling with shortened class periods? The biggest difference between being a classroom teacher and a specials teacher is that you can not overlap time. If you’re in the middle of a STEM challenge in a homeroom, you can always extend into the next period, and put your materials aside for the next day, ... Read more
The following is a guest post from Dr. Jacie Maslyk . How to Set up Your STEM Classroom At Carly & Adam, we are always being asked about STEM classroom setup ideas. Questions are often posted to our Facebook community regarding the best furniture or storage units. We love seein
A STEM lab is an ideal place to introduce kids to STEM with a hands-on approach. Here's how you can set up the perfect STEM makerspace for encouraging students to learn by doing.
Start your year off right by decorating your STEM classroom to inspire your students to have fun, take risks, and have a growth mindset.
A whole month of daily low-prep STEAM activities for kids. You are going to love all of the low-prep STEAM activities that we have in store!
Are you looking to set up an effective STEM center? Here, you’ll find some relevant information on setting up a STEM center. Visit to read now!
This is the best STEM Challenge for your upper elementary students. Check this post full of tips about trying the resource- Build a Newton's Cradle!
28 Days of STEM Activities and STEAM Activities for Kids is loaded with hands-on science, technology, engineering, art, and math projects perfect for the classroom and at home. The kids are gonna love this!
Is you school district starting a STEM program? This blog will give you lots or tips and tricks to help you get your new lab set up!
STEM Challenge and experiment- students experiment with tasks using bubble solution. Then they design their own bubble wand. This post will help with tips and the resource has even more. It includes a detailed teacher's guide, photos, a lab sheet, and scoring rubric. #STEM #elementary
Make these fun penny spinners with just a few simple supplies. This project could be an awesome STEM lesson on physics, too!
Build some index card castles! This is a fun and engaging STEM challenge that kids will love, and the supplies are so simple.
Start your year off right by decorating your STEM classroom to inspire your students to have fun, take risks, and have a growth mindset.
Everything you need to start teaching STEM in your classroom. In this blog you will be given practical ways so you can start to teach STEM immediately.
