Last summer I had the pleasure of spending time at EXPLO’s Bioengineering for Girls program. Bioengineering for Girls is a unique summer program devoted to science and engineering and, in particular, a field called bioengineering, blending in-class instruction with a…
The winter is a great time to explore new STEM activities. Here are some opportunities you might consider. Ward’s Science Offers Free Assistance with Grants Ward’s Science is happy to announce a free grants services program. Ward’s grant professionals work…
If you are looking for math programs for your kids, a variety of options are available in Massachusetts. Whether you are searching for a program that offers extra challenge outside the classroom or you want to help build your child’s…
Happy New Year! As 2019 begins, here is a math opportunity for middle school students. MATHCOUNTS– Math Video Challenge The Math Video Challenge is a free MATHCOUNTS Foundation program that challenges 6-8th-grade students to develop their math, communication and technology…
Are you looking for a one-of-a-kind holiday gift for your child? One they will enjoy and one that will fuel their interest and build STEM skills at the same time? You can give the gift of your time and support…
Today, I am sharing Project Lead The Way’s (PLTW) STEM gift list for 2018. I like PLTW’s gift guide because it is developed by an organization that develops STEM curriculum for students across the US. Here you will find a…
As 2018 wraps up, here are a few STEM opportunities I wanted to highlight. Have a wonderful holiday season! Hour of Code Mark your calendars for the annual Hour of Code December 3-9. This is a great opportunity to introduce…
If you are looking for STEM gift ideas this holiday season, here are six products that I have come across this past year that are bound to get kids excited about technology. If you want additional ideas, check out my…
Get ready because it’s time for the Hour of CodeTM 2018 and there is a large number of new coding activities available! The ‘Hour of Code’ is a nationwide initiative by Computer Science Education Week and Code.org to introduce millions of students to one…
If you are looking for a family-friendly science museum in the Boston area, then you must visit the Discovery Museum in Acton, MA. This museum has been a favorite in my family for many years and was a saving grace…