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6 STEM Literacy Activities for the Classroom

ByLauren Chiangpradit

STEM is a common term for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This term is frequently used when discussing education and certain workforce areas. When talking about STEM, a common topic is STEM literacy. STEM literacy is achieved when an individual comprehensively understands STEM concepts and can connect them to real-world scenarios. Table of Contents1. Storytelling…

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Indoor STEM Activities for Kids

ByLauren Chiangpradit

As winter begins, keeping kids both physically and mentally active becomes a challenging task for parents and educators. During these colder months, when outdoor adventures are limited, it’s crucial to find creative ways to engage young minds and bodies. This period of relative confinement does not need to be seen as a setback, but rather…

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Benefits of Leveling the Playing Field in the Classroom

ByLauren Chiangpradit

In the world of education, the term leveling the playing field is more than just a colloquialism—it’s a vital goal. It refers to creating an environment where every student, regardless of their background, has a fair and equal chance of succeeding. Achieving this goal is not just beneficial to students, it is critical to their…

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16 Football Themed Activities for the Classroom

ByLauren Chiangpradit

The arrival of football season is met with contagious enthusiasm, igniting the passion of fans of all ages. By leveraging the popularity of football, educators can use students’ interests outside the classroom to their benefit and increase lesson engagement. One innovative approach educators can take is integrating STEM curriculum into football themed lessons. From analyzing…

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The Importance of STEM Literacy for Kids

ByLauren Chiangpradit

STEM is an acronym used to clump science, technology, engineering, and mathematics subjects. STEM education has become increasingly important in recent years as educators prepare students for the rapidly growing STEM workforce. According to the STEM Education Guide, STEM occupations have increased by 79 percent since 1990. This trend is expected to continue as new…

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16 Best Christmas Stem Activities for Children

ByLauren Chiangpradit

The holiday season is just around the corner. This means decorations, tasty treats, and themed science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) activities for kids! The holidays are a great way to put a fun twist on your child’s STEM learning. Through fun and festive activities and kits, parents and educators can make improving STEM literacy…

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Fun Activities STEMing from the Holiday Season

ByLauren Chiangpradit

Making STEM fun and exciting is what STEM Sports® is all about. We are huge advocates of bringing STEM education outside of the classroom, whether it be camps, after-school programs, or at-home activities. The holiday season presents a unique opportunity to use themed lessons to make STEM concepts more inviting to children of all ages….

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Why Physical Education Can’t Be a Casualty of the Pandemic

ByLauren Chiangpradit

When thinking about the health of a child, it is not enough to just think about one aspect. There are physical and mental health concerns. Both of these are essential to a happy, healthy and developing child.  STEM Sports® is an education company that uses sport as a way to facilitate STEM education. By doing…