ED Surge

MAY 15, 2024

STEM education is not just about science and math; it develops skills such as creativity, communication, empathy and critical thinking that complement technologies like generative AI and coding. As the demand for digital skills grows, schools must develop inclusive programs to engage diverse learners.

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STEM Education Shopping

JANUARY 27, 2024

From building kits to robotics, our carefully curated list guides you through the top stem toy options, each selected for its ability to inspire and develop critical skills in today’s digital world. They’re also amazing tools for enhancing creativity and critical thinking.

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Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning

JANUARY 24, 2022

154:5 Magnificent Benefits from an Elementary Makerspace Today we take a further look at the magnificent benefits of an elementary Makerspace. I also want to take this moment to let you know that my Makerspace course Mastering Makerspace: From Zero to Amazing is open and accepting enrollment. I hope to see you inside!

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CoderZ

AUGUST 8, 2024

By implementing a comprehensive coding curriculum ––starting in elementary school and continuing through high school––schools can equip students with essential skills and enhance CTE, often before students even take their first technical education course.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

In today's fast-paced educational landscape, it's crucial to foster creativity and innovation among our young learners. One effective way to do this is by incorporating 15-minute creativity challenges into the elementary classroom. What are 15-Minute Creativity Challenges? Perfect for Easter and Springtime celebrations!

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Carly and Adam

JANUARY 12, 2023

In elementary STEM or science classes, you may or may not be responsible for providing letter grades or an overall percentage for students, but it is still important to share progress with students and their families. Developing the creativity, collaboration, critical thinking, and communication skills in our students is important.

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 15, 2021

How do you Start an Elementary STEM Club? Think through the 4 Cs (the same way we foster these components within our classrooms!). Communication, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking are also important skills for educators to develop as you consider taking on this new adventure.

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

STEM in Elementary Education The STEM workforce is growing at a faster rate than any other field. Best STEM Activities for Elementary Students In this article, STEM Sports® introduces simple and easy-to-implement STEM activities for elementary students. The term is commonly used when talking about education and careers.

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User Generated Education

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Develops Logic, Critical Thinking, and Creativity. Playing chess requires a lot of “if-then” logical analysis and “what-if” scenarios, all necessary ingredients for developing logical and critical thinking. In addition, studies show that chess boosts creativity, most dramatically in originality.

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Kid Spark Education

MAY 12, 2022

With the critical thinking, creative problem solving, and logical reasoning skills learned through early STEM fluency, young learners are able to adapt more quickly and embrace the world around them with curiosity and confidence.

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 2, 2024

By pairing activities and books together, students will gain a deeper understanding of the concepts while practicing problem-solving and critical thinking. This activity allows young learners to explore creativity while practicing basic engineering skills. First Grade: With Creepy Carrots!

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Vivify Stem

JANUARY 24, 2024

Post by Michelle Bogden & Natasha Wilkerson January 22, 2024 Unleash Creativity, Communication, Collaboration, and Critical Thinking in your Students! Challenge your students to complete astronaut training to collect all four badges: creativity, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking!

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Carly and Adam

OCTOBER 8, 2021

STEM Challenges and Books for Elementary Students During the Month of December STEM learning is the integration of science, technology, engineering, and math. It is a hands-on way for kids to extend their learning in these subject areas while developing creativity and critical thinking skills.

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Get Caught Engineering

OCTOBER 2, 2024

The Power of Picture Books and STEM In today’s elementary classroom, fostering a love of learning is essential. Picture books are a gateway to creativity and understanding for elementary students. Encourage creativity and critical thinking by turning stories into hands-on challenges. Why Picture Books?

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Chillax Science

APRIL 18, 2023

One of the key benefits of play is the promotion of creativity and imagination. When children engage in imaginative play, they develop their imagination and creativity, which allows them to think outside the box and come up with innovative solutions to problems. They are also beginning to develop their interests and hobbies.

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Helping students understand the concept of Pi through the use of creativity challenges not only enriches their mathematical knowledge but also fosters critical thinking, encourages collaborative learning, and makes the learning experience more engaging and enjoyable. Why Use Creativity Challenges to Teach About Pi?

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User Generated Education

JANUARY 30, 2022

The kids could remain on Google Meet while they played and discussed multiplayer games such as Among Us, Fortnite Creative mode (I couldn’t ethically agree to violent games in a classroom setting), Roblox, and Rocket League. They encourage critical thinking and problem solving and accomplish objectives of curriculum frameworks.

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User Generated Education

SEPTEMBER 2, 2017

Recently I wrote a blog post about Intentional Creativity. Below the graphic are specific ideas I am using with my gifted elementary students this school year. What follows are the activities I am using this school year to be intentional with sparking creativity in my gifted education classrooms. Write About.

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Chillax Science

MAY 3, 2023

What I am putting forward is that I am tired of “ one more thing ” pushed into elementary school teachers, specifically. This kind of teaching method tends to place heavy emphasis on rote learning and recalling facts, often at the expense of deeper critical thinking skills, creativity, and experiential learning.

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STEM for Kids

JULY 23, 2024

The six founding families and six teachers established the school in an effort to provide a nurturing environment where children can thrive and reach their full potential as “confident, independent, creative, and self-motivated individuals” through the Montessori method. “STEM For Kids is an amazing program for our students!

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Carly and Adam

JUNE 29, 2023

This STEM Challenge combines the enchantment of fairy tales with the excitement of STEM education, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. Perfect for elementary classrooms, it offers a fun, innovative way to explore the classic story of The 3 Billy Goats Gruff, enhancing literacy and STEM skills.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 5, 2023

STEM classrooms can offer students experiences to engage students in the scientific method or the engineering design process as they develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. This inclusion alters the focus on the original content areas and infuses creativity and design. It requires precision and creativity.

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Get Caught Engineering

JUNE 2, 2023

From Thrills to Skills: How Amusement Parks Inspire STEM Learning in Elementary Education As an elementary teachers, we are always on the lookout for innovative ways to make STEM subjects come alive for our students. Encourage teamwork, creativity, and critical thinking as they encounter challenges and iterate on their designs.

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Carly and Adam

JULY 21, 2023

In the Little Red Fort STEM Activity , students will enjoy the enchantment of fractured fables combined with the excitement of STEM education, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. This engaging STEM Challenge uses a simple story to ignite creativity and critical thinking in students.

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PCS Edventures

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Entrepreneurial Skills: Creativity Innovation Critical thinking Problem-solving Communication Collaboration Risk-taking Resilience PCS Edventures’ many STEM programs engage learners in activities that foster the entrepreneurial spirit. Think outside the box (and backward!) with one of history’s most creative minds.

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STEM Sport

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

This includes everything from tangible skills like financial literacy to soft skills, such as collaboration and critical thinking. Cultivating Critical Thinking, Collaboration, and Problem-Solving STEM learning sparks a natural curiosity in students.

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Stem Activities for Kids

JULY 10, 2022

Activate your students’ brains with these STEM critical thinking warm-ups. These prompts set the stage for students to start thinking outside the box! Tap into the creative and problem-solving brain areas before diving into STEM challenges. It’s time for some STEM warm-ups! You’ve found them!

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Vivify Stem

MARCH 3, 2023

Programming Sphero robots can help students develop essential skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork. Give students a chance to explore and experiment on their own, and they’ll develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills along the way. Learn More About Sphero with vivify!

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CoderZ

JULY 15, 2021

These include creativity, critical thinking, problem-solving, writing, and math.It How coding helps creativity? Coding and creativity go hand-in-hand. In addition, with the development of creativity, children learn about the concept of refining processes or steps to make their end product even better.

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Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 30, 2015

See my post on the symbolism of the word ‘Turkey’ creativity–think outside the box; develop solutions no one else has. These guidelines include: support the ‘4 C’s’–creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration. Don’t jump in to help students.

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Vivify Stem

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

Students will investigate and design solutions that connect scientific and engineering concepts, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills to tackle real-world challenges. This prompts critical thinking as students evaluate their models as evidence. and "What are its limitations?"

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Carly and Adam

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Combining STEM and Basketball in Elementary Classrooms Basketball is not just a sport; it's an exciting avenue for introducing STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) concepts to elementary students. As educators, we constantly seek innovative methods to engage students in STEM learning.

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Carly and Adam

MARCH 27, 2024

This captivating STEM Challenge weaves together the timeless charm of fairy tales with the thrill of STEM learning, promoting critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. Step into the enchanting realm of magic and innovation with the "Cinderella Fairy Tale STEM Activity."

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STEM Education Shopping

AUGUST 9, 2023

In this review, we will explore the benefits of these sets for child development and provide a comprehensive overview of the top options for toddlers, preschoolers, and elementary school kids. Discover how magnetic building sets can enhance problem-solving skills, stimulate creativity, and provide endless fun and learning opportunities.

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Carly and Adam

JULY 20, 2023

So, put on your chef hats, grab your building blocks, and let's embark on a delicious and creative adventure! This STEM Challenge combines the enchantment of fables with the excitement of STEM education, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.

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Carly and Adam

JULY 17, 2023

This STEM Challenge takes the classic tale of Jack and his magical beanstalk and adds a twist of engineering and creativity. This STEM Challenge combines the enchantment of fairy tales with the excitement of STEM education, fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity.

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STEM Education Shopping

JULY 30, 2023

In this article, we will review the top STEM curriculum guides for elementary, middle, and high school levels. By engaging in STEM activities, you develop critical thinking skills that are essential for success in today’s rapidly evolving world. These activities should encourage student participation and critical thinking.

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