Hi Reader! Looking for a low-prep, high-impact STEM activity that not only teaches science but also supports mindfulness and emotional regulation? I know from talking to so many of our followers, that sensory regulation has become so important. This activity is a wonderful project to do with your kids to combine the science of sounds with sensory regulation. Today we are making a DIY Musical Rain Stick STEM Project, a calming, creative exploration of sound, vibration, and acoustics that turns...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Ready to start carving those pumpkins but worried they are going to rot, turn to mush, and fall apart before Halloween? Then it's time for an experiment - a pumpkin preservation experiment! If you don't have time to do your own experiment, don't worry, we found the best pumpkin preservation method for your Jack O'Lanterns this Halloween so you can get right to carving and having those pumpkins look on point for October 31! Pumpkin Preservation Experiment And for our Canadian...
about 2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! What happens when you combine Cubism, recycled materials, and a dash of creative chaos? You get an unforgettable classroom art project inspired by Pablo Picasso! This new project is so fun, your kids are going to absolutely love it, and especially love showing off their colorful and unique artistic creations. This project is simple to set up, budget-friendly, and bursting with cross-curricular potential. Whether you’re introducing modern art, teaching about recycling, or...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! What if that pile of cardboard headed for the recycling bin could become your next great classroom project? What if I also told you it could be low prep and budget friendly? Got your attention? In our latest hands-on activity, we’re turning simple cardboard into brilliant STEAM art. Students explore engineering, design thinking, and creative problem-solving using nothing but recycled materials and their imaginations. Whether they’re creating standing sculptures, 3D masks, or...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Whenever I walk around town I see so much sidewalk art, games, and more all created by kids. It may wash away with the rain, but when the sun comes out, so do the beautiful sidewalk creations!But we know buying sidewalk chalk can get expensive, but did you know you can make your own really easily using our much loved recipes with simple ingredients? Learn how you can make Sidewalk Chalk, Sidewalk Paint and the always popular, Sidewalk Puffy Paint! This is a fantastic project that...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! New school year brings new faces and new friendships and connections. Let's foster those relationships by sparking some connection with STEM Ice Breakers! We’ve cooked up something extra fun: Back-to-School STEM Ice Breaker Challenges designed to get your students thinking, building, laughing—and collaborating from day one. These activities are fast, engaging, and low-prep, making them perfect for classrooms, homeschool groups, and STEM clubs looking to start strong. STEM Ice...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Computers are everywhere, so it is important that we introduce kids to computer coding so they develop an understanding of how technology works. Coding activities for kids can start as early as preschool to introduce the concept of computer programming, computer science, technology and STEM. By using coding activities for kids, students can learn important problem solving skills, critical thinking skills and even basic programming logic. Coding for Kids But don't worry, teaching...
5 months ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader! Today we have a really fun project that is quite simple and uses budget friendly (mostly recycled) materials. Best of all it has HUGE wow factor! We are building a spectroscope which will allow your students to discover the rainbow of colors hidden in different types of light. We have provided the science explanations for your lesson planning, plus an experiment for your students to conduct once they have made their spectroscopes. Build a Spectroscope Jump to the Video Tutorial...
9 months ago • 1 min read
Quick and Easy STEM Hi Reader! Are you looking for some really quick STEM activities you can do with your kids? Something that you don't need any special materials for, you don't need to do any prep, and can be done comfortably in less than an hour? We got you covered with lots of ideas to squeeze STEM into those short periods of time. First, make sure you have put together this No Prep STEM Teacher Toolkit so you are always ready for STEM. Filled with simple materials, it will help you be...
almost 2 years ago • 1 min read