How to Create a Water Filter STEM Project

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By Trilby Hillenbrand DIY water filters are an impactful STEM project. The learning experience can inspire and empower students to become environmentally conscious problem-solvers and equip them with the skills and knowledge to tackle global challenges related to water quality and sustainability. The benefits are many but you may be wondering, “How exactly do I […]

Middle School STEM Projects that Engage and Inspire

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Are you facing the challenge of maintaining full engagement in your middle school STEM classroom? As educators, striking the right balance between rigor and excitement is an ongoing struggle. Luckily, we have the perfect solution to transform your STEM lessons into captivating experiences.

What Your Students Need to Learn About Robots

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Robots are no longer confined to the realm of science fiction. In today’s world, they are revolutionizing industries and transforming our daily lives. As an STEM educator, you can help your students learn about robots and cultivate a passion for robotics. Start teaching your middle school students the basics of robotics with this no-prep lesson […]

10 Good Earth Day Movies To Inspire Your Students

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Earth Day, April 22nd, is just around the corner! It’s the perfect time to show your students some films about the environment and why we need to take care of our planet. There are a plethora of good Earth Day movies out there that can teach your students about environmental stewardship. Let’s take a look […]

4 Spring STEM Activities for Middle School

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As the days get warmer, there are plenty of fun and exciting ways to make learning more engaging for middle schoolers. Our guide offers spring STEM activities that promote creative problem-solving and collaboration while helping bridge the gap between science, technology, engineering, and math. Get ready to enjoy this springtime with STEM activities! Build a […]

Easter Egg STEM Activities for Middle School

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Keeping students engaged is challenging when the weather changes and spring holidays are around the corner. If you are struggling to keep your students’ attention and get to the end of the period, you are not alone! Now imagine having exciting, middle school Easter egg STEM activities on hand to keep your students engaged during […]

Pollinator Lesson Plans for Middle School – Why are bees important?

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Have you ever had a bee fly into your classroom during the middle of a lesson? I have… chaos ensued. Some kids were terrified and hiding, while others were chasing the bee trying to kill it with their notebooks. Bees often have a bad rap in middle school, but these pollinators play an important role […]

Middle School STEM Challenges for Every Season

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Do you have STEM challenges planned for keeping students engaged when the weather is changing and holidays are around the corner? It can be a struggle to keep your students’ attention and get to the end of the period on a normal day. This is especially true when holiday excitement is in the air. Now […]

Earth Day STEM Activities for Middle School

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Earth Day is one of my favorite days to celebrate with middle school students. It’s an opportunity to reflect on the importance of STEM and how it applies to real-world problems. Check out these Earth Day STEM activities and make an awesome plan for Earth Day! Short on time? Grab ready-to-go Earth Day activities here! […]