There are countless benefits to STEM education….real world problem solving, hands-on engagement, meaningful collaboration, and so much more. The 2020-2021 school year has caused the world of education to adapt and evolve in many ways that we’ve never experienced. Keeping students at a safe social distance has created challenges for STEM educators and students who thrive in collaborative learning environments…. Read More

After such a crazy year, I’m looking forward to a relaxing summer and a complete classroom decor refresh! These brand new simple STEM posters will be perfect for one of my bulletin boards, and I wanted to share them with you too! To get your FREE Simple STEM Posters, simply subscribe to my Teach Outside the Box newsletter, confirm your subscription,… Read More

I’m so excited to introduce our newest STEAM and Robotics learning solution from LEGO Education: WeDo 2.0! We unboxed this beauty a few days ago and both Ellie and Beau (ages 9 and 6) haven’t been able to stop building and coding. I don’t know about y’all, but during these long days of virtual learning at home, we’re very much… Read More

Are you looking for some simple, engaging engineering challenges for your kids at home?! Look no further! I’ve been using STEM Bins in my classroom for the past four years, and my two kids at home love using them as well! I have a 9 year old daughter, Ellie, and 5 year old son, Beau, and we keep it simple… Read More

As educators, we face the challenge of preparing our learners to be successful problem solvers. Developing skills necessary for the careers of tomorrow requires that students have the opportunity to explore real-world problems today. If you’re looking for project-based learning opportunities for your classroom, look no further than the 3M Young Scientist Lab. This is an excellent destination for comprehensive problem-solving resources that… Read More