STEM
Engage students with this successful approach to integrated studies that combines science, technology, engineering, and math.
Scaffolding Literacy Through STEM Instruction for All Learners
With these scaffolds to support reading and writing skill development, all students can thrive in elementary STEM classes.3793 Ways Instructional Coaches Can Support Early Elementary Teachers in Science
An inquiry-based, immersive approach can spark early elementary teachers’ enthusiasm for teaching this critical subject.2046 Ways to Merge Literacy With Mathematics
When teachers find creative ways to integrate reading and writing with math curricula, it humanizes the subject matter and allows kids to process unfamiliar material linguistically.610Are We Teaching the Math Kids Need?
Every child possesses vast mathematics potential, says Jo Boaler, Stanford University mathematics professor and best-selling author—but for them to access it, we need to rethink how we teach math.10.6kKeeping Girls in STEM: 3 Barriers, 3 Solutions
Stereotypes and cultural norms dampen girls’ interest in STEM, but educators can counter the disparities with small changes to their practice.10kFostering Inclusion With a Student-Designed Sensory Path
When kids collaborated on making a sensory path for their school, what started as an occupational therapy zone became a welcoming, playful space that benefited all students.2.4k12 Inspiring STEM Books for Girls
Science, technology, engineering, and math are more important than ever, so we’ve put together a list of books to encourage girls to persevere in these subjects.10.8k8 Great Tools to Bring STEM Into Any Classroom
These tools provide creative ways to integrate coding and digital literacy skills into classrooms across a variety of subjects and grade levels.354The Best (Free) Posters of STEM Women
Our periodically updated list of beautiful, free posters—along with a few good reasons why you should display them in your classroom.6.8kHow to Ease Math Anxiety in the Classroom
To encourage kids to reach their fullest potential in math, consider adopting these four mindsets that help every student to thrive.2.9kThe Magic of STEM-Related Read-Alouds in Elementary School
Picture books are an excellent way to introduce young students to science and engineering concepts.806Building Critical Thinkers by Combining STEM With History
By asking students to explore the history of scientific discoveries, we get them to view their world with more wonder—and more skepticism—and condition their minds to think about causes and effects.3.5kHow to Build Your Own Outdoor Classroom
Outdoor learning labs can engage students in hands-on activities, while providing a safer way to attend school in person.2.7k5 Reasons Why Origami Improves Students’ Skills
Origami, the ancient art of paper folding, has applications in the modern-day classroom for teaching geometry, thinking skills, fractions, problem solving, and fun science.7.5kHow Hidden Classroom Dynamics Can Stymie Girls in STEM
If we want to close the gender gap in science, we need to look at the invisible forces that shape classroom culture.1.9k