by pclark | Oct 17, 2018 | STEM, STEM Activities, STEM Education
Just about every kid gets math practice every day in an elementary school setting. But what about their exposure to other STEM subjects? Class time spent on science depends entirely on where you live, and a research report published in 2012 shows that across the U.S.,...
by pclark | Oct 17, 2018 | STEM, STEM Activities, STEM Education
Mobile apps can be a great tool to help kids get more exposure to STEM concepts. When choosing one to download, it’s important to think about your goals. Does your child need help mastering math facts? Or were you looking for a fun intro to coding concepts? There’s an...
by pclark | Aug 23, 2018 | LEGO Technology, STEM
To kids, play comes as naturally as the learning. Which is why the robotics classes offered by Bricks 4 Kidz have been a huge hit with students across the country. What are some of the benefits and what can kids expect from our Robotics and Mindstorm workshops? This...
by pclark | Aug 14, 2018 | Child Development, Engineering, Science, STEM, STEM Activities
Solar energy has always been a part of life on Earth. It all started with plants turning sunlight into food, and humans have also found ways to harness its power for millennia. That makes solar the perfect vehicle for scientific exploration with the kids, and...
by pclark | Jul 5, 2018 | Child Development, STEM
Keeping students inspired and engaged can be uphill work for any educator. As teachers everywhere gear up for a new school year, here’s a study that has some encouraging insights. Researchers analyzed data of 100,000 students in 47 states over a decade. When the state...
by pclark | Jul 5, 2018 | Child Development, Science, STEM, STEM Activities, STEM Education
Kids love spending time on their devices. And if you’re like most parents, you often feel more than a bit aghast at the gravitational lure of the almighty screen. But somewhere in the cluster of apps, there’s a little gem of an opportunity just sitting there, possibly...