It is common for school administrators and educators to refer to left and right brain learners when talking about the unique learning styles and needs of the classroom. While these distinctions are not scientifically proven and cannot be used to fully categorize students, they can be a powerful tool as educators plan out their classroom…
Spring has sprung! The new season and the rapid arrival of April makes it the perfect time for parents and educators to tap into seasonal science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) activities that will get students excited and engaged in STEM. In this article, you will find Easter STEM activities for all ages – preschool…
Love (and learning) is in the air! Holidays are the perfect time to liven up your STEM curriculum to include seasonal elements that keep students excited and engaged. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, parents and educators can incorporate Valentine’s Day STEM activities into student learning in a way that is both fun and…
Moving your body is not only beneficial for your physical health, but has also been linked to improved memory and critical thinking skills. Oftentimes, school administrators, educators, parents, and students think of common classroom subjects separately from physical education (PE) class. If this mental separation between core classroom subjects, such as science, technology, engineering, and…
Emotional quotient, commonly referred to as EQ, is a measurement used to gauge someone’s ability to understand their emotions, regulate their emotions, and read the emotions of others. EQ is something that is strengthened throughout a child’s development and their strength in this area helps share who they will be in adulthood. One way to…
Stretching is key to the body’s performance, safety, and recovery for professional and casual athletes alike. The act of stretching before and after exercise helps the body to properly prepare and recuperate, helping to prevent strains and other injuries. Like all areas of athletics, there are STEM concepts at play in stretching. The stretches that…
As fall turns to winter, parents and educators can use the winter months and holiday season to engage students in winter-themed STEM activities. By leaning into seasonal STEM activities, students can get excited about learning, and make a connection with something they love, like the holiday season! In this article, we will explore a variety…
As children progress through their education, personal lives, and professional careers, it is imperative they have strong leadership skills. As parents and educators, it is our job to ensure students are exposed to opportunities at home and in the classroom to exercise and strengthen this key soft skill. One effective way to incorporate leadership opportunities…
Movement is key to raising a happy and healthy child, both emotionally and physically. Movement is not just something children should do outside of school, it can be incorporated into the classroom in effective ways. Especially in the era of technology, where students are constantly on their computers, TVs, video game devices, and phones. As…
Why am I learning this? When will this ever apply to my everyday life? Questions like this are common among students, especially in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) subjects. Educators and parents are often pushed to explain why what students are learning matters and how these skills will be applicable as they enter adulthood…
