Have you ever caught yourself thinking there just isn’t time for hands-on science? I have been there. I am not proud of it. There were far too many times in the early years where science was really a nonfiction reading comprehension / watch experiment demonstrations because how do you do hands-on science with 40-minute class […]
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Why After Winter Break Activities Matter The first few days back from winter break can feel… a little unpredictable.Some kids return energized and bouncing off the walls.Others come back sleepy, shy, or moving at half speed.And some are simply trying to remember how school works. That’s why choosing the right after winter break activities matters.The goal isn’t
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My ideal situation for STEM sub plans is as few materials as possible — ideally just paper & pencil. This keeps things simple for the sub, doesn’t leave a chaotic mess when you return, and hopefully prevents any STEM supplies from going missing while you’re away! With all that in mind, we still want activities
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Learn how to engage apathetic or disengaged students in STEM challenges through low-pressure strategies, student choice, and purpose-driven design.
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What should you do when students destroy or misuse STEM materials? Try these practical management strategies for calmer, more productive builds.
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12 summer STEM activities perfect for end-of-year activities, summer school, and STEM camps! Easy to adapt, low-prep, and packed with real-world learning.
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Build STEM Brains in Minutes a Day! STEM activities don’t have to break the bank or take all day! Check it Out Introducing Short STEM Activities for Bell Ringers, Centers & Sub Plans! A full year of short, brain-busting activities you can do with just a few minutes and ZERO building materials! Here’s Why You’ll
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If joy, STEM and winter had a baby … it would be the Snowman STEM Winter Games! In these Snowman STEM winter activities, students turn themselves into a snowman by creating four pieces of snowman STEM gear: hat, scarf, arms & nose! Designed to get students moving and challenge their problem-solving skills, these Winter STEM
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Halloween writing activities offer so many opportunities to engage students in the writing process! If you’re looking for a fresh approach to narrative writing, why not have students put a spooky spin on a classic fairy tale? Reimagining Goldilocks and the Three Bears as a scary story can help students explore the elements of creative writing while
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As I was wrapping up the year, sipping hot cocoa, and gazing at twinkling lights, I realized something — my list of winter STEM activities just kept growing! Like snowflakes, no two are quite the same, but each one brings that perfect mix of creativity, problem-solving, and frosty fun. So gather your glue sticks, paper scraps, and
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