by Maureen Ryan Thorpe Is your mathematics student already showing a competitive spark at 8, 9, 10 years old? A math competition might be just the outlet they need to put their talents on display. Competitions are not just for middle and high schoolers—a good number of math challenges exist for the elementary-school crowd. These […]
Archives for February 2023
6 Ways to Inspire High School Students to use STEM to Solve Real World Problems
By Lakshya Jain As a high school teacher, you know how important it is to inspire your students to use their STEM skills to solve real world problems. By engaging your students in hands-on learning and problem solving, you not only help them develop their skills, but also encourage their curiosity and interest in science, […]
The 6 Best Coding Resources for High School Students
By Aisha Makama Are you looking to learn how to code? Here are 5 top coding resources that will help you learn how to code like a pro. These resources are from the National STEM Honor Society Resources section of our website for members. 1. Scratch Scratch is a visual programming language and website aimed […]
3 Engaging Wind Power Projects for Middle-School Students
by Maureen Ryan Thorpe Looking for ways to introduce lessons on renewable energy to your middle-school students? Bringing kids into the conversation early shows them how important renewables are and how they can get involved right now. Below you’ll find NSTEM resources that help get middle schoolers thinking creatively about ways to generate clean energy. […]
3 Easy Composting Projects for K-2 Students
by Maureen Ryan Thorpe For K-2 kids, nothing is more fun than digging in the dirt. So why not turn a messy playtime activity into a fun lesson on sustainability? A composting experiment is a great tool for teaching children ways to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills. They’ll be amazed to find […]