What are the steps of the engineering design process? 

Engineering design process for middle school

If you’re teaching a STEM class, the engineering design process will be one of the most important parts of your curriculum. But what exactly is it? And what are the steps of the engineering design process? Let’s dive into what it is and how you can effectively teach it to your students! What is the […]

5 Fun End-of-the-Year STEM Activities for Middle School

End of year STEM activities blog post

You made it! Summer is around the corner. This time of year is always exciting but also challenging… Antsy kids, nice weather, lack of motivation (for students and teachers too!), wonky schedules, grading, cleaning, etc. These fun end-of-the-year STEM activities will keep your engagement high and stress low for smooth sailing into summertime! Short on time? […]

5 Ways to Celebrate National Robotics Week 2026

The image shows a variety of small robots. The text reads "Let's celebrate RoboWeek."

National Robotics Week 2026 (AKA RoboWeek) is happening April 4th-12th. This is the perfect time to introduce your students to the wonderful world of robotics! Robots are here. We interact with them daily. But do your students understand what a robot is? How are they created? Why do we use them? How a basic understanding […]

5 engineering movies your students will love

5 movies and guides for middle school STEM engineering class

Read on for a list of middle school engineering movies your students will love… and you will too! Everyone looks forward to a good movie day, but they are even better when the film captivates your students and ties into course content! Read on to learn about 5 movies that make an awesome addition to […]

Engineering for Middle School – Free Lesson and Activities

Middle school engineering STEM lesson worksheets

Looking for engaging engineering for middle school activities? This free lesson helps students discover the exciting world of engineering while battling common misconceptions! Why I Love This “What is Engineering” Lesson for Middle School Teaching engineering for middle school students presents unique challenges, but it also offers incredible opportunities for discovery. Every year, on Day […]

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