The Ultimate Makerspace Checklist
The word “makerspace” is everywhere, but because of its various styles and adaptations, some teachers are still wondering what exactly a makerspace should look like. While a makerspace is [...]
The word “makerspace” is everywhere, but because of its various styles and adaptations, some teachers are still wondering what exactly a makerspace should look like. While a makerspace is [...]
As a librarian, I often find some people do not think that the library could be the place to explore physics concepts - but it is! Topics like engineering, [...]
What Does STEM Stand For? For five years now, I have run the STEM program at my school. When originally designing the program, I chose the name STEM for [...]
As a 3rd grade teacher for 4 years and an elementary teacher for over 25, I was beginning to feel the pressure of “getting it all done” while keeping [...]
Robotics, 3D printers, engineering supplies – all these items cost money. Unless your school is well-endowed, you might find yourself looking for funding opportunities elsewhere. Especially now in the [...]
Have you ever wondered how your students really benefit from watching baking soda and vinegar erupt from their makeshift volcano at the science fair? Besides the eruption of “oohs” [...]
It’s no secret that there is a talent gap in STEM fields. In fact, there are way more STEM jobs available than people qualified to fill them in the [...]
There are many reasons to continue your education in education. Yet, for many teachers, these reasons get clouded by bad professional development (PD) experiences. I’m here to tell you [...]
In April, I had a chance to attend Social Science at the Science Museum of Minnesota. Social Science is the museum’s version of an adult-only science night taking place [...]
Grant writing can be a very daunting and intimidating process, especially if you have never written a grant before. It’s also necessary if you teach in a low-income school, [...]