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July 28, 2023
Jordani Sarreal
10 STEM Education Myths, Busted
Looking at the expansive growth of STEM education in the last ten years, you might be surprised to learn that so many antiquated myths around STEM education still prevail.
June 27, 2023
Jordani Sarreal
Engineering Basics for Elementary School Students
How to Introduce STEM Engineering Concepts to Your Elementary Classroom
April 28, 2023
Kitty Taylor
The Importance of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity in STEM Education
Students of all backgrounds deserve a quality STEM education, yet that still remains out of reach at many schools. It’s no surprise that issues like equity, accessibility, and inclusivity are top of mind for educators in STEM fields, which cover science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
April 18, 2023
Kitty Taylor
10 Top Trends in STEM Education to Follow in 2023
As STEM education continues to evolve, we’re tracking the latest trends. As the educational crisis continues, many teachers and other educators across the country are focusing their efforts on engaging students with STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics).
January 31, 2023
Jordani Sarreal
STEM for Middle Schoolers: A Guide for Teaching STEM at Middle School
How to inspire confident STEM learners, engage middle school students in hands-on learning activities, and other resources for middle school STEM teachers. The middle school years mark the transition from elementary school to high school. In these few formative years, students transition from a single teacher to multiple teachers, from general studies to more focused subjects, and from a class of peers to multiple classes with numerous peers.
January 15, 2023
Jordani Sarreal
STEM for Classrooms: Building a Culture of Curiosity
The classroom provides a safe space to explore STEM concepts and build STEM identity. Here’s a guide on how to bring STEM to your classroom. While there are many things to celebrate in the latest advancements in STEM education, STEM is still as important as ever in our classrooms.
December 15, 2022
Jordani Sarreal
STEM Classroom Kits: Joining Convergent and Divergent Learning
What is the difference between STEM kits for home use and STEM kits designed for the classroom? Learn all about classroom STEM kits and how to bring them to your students. STEM awareness has grown in recent years, which is awesome news for expanding STEM education and closing the equity gap in access to STEM education.
November 20, 2022
Jordani Sarreal
Robotics STEM Kits for the Classroom
Robotics STEM Kits are a great way to engage students in hands-on and applied-learning activities. Here’s how to introduce Kid Spark’s Robotics STEM Lessons to Classrooms from 2nd Grade and Beyond. Robots have always been a fascination to young minds.
October 14, 2022
Jordani Sarreal
How to Find the Right STEM Maker Kit for Your Classroom
Choosing a cost-effective hands-on STEM program that fits your classroom’s needs and continues to challenge students is difficult. Here are some tips on how to find a STEM Maker Kit that inspires your students throughout the school year. STEM education is best incorporated as both a convergent and divergent learning experience for students.
October 28, 2021
Katy Koop
Our Elementary and Middle School STEM Programs
At Kid Spark Education we’re proud to offer programs that make it possible for educators in early childhood education to Middle School to teach STEM. Our elementary and middle school STEM programs provide value by helping children to see themselves as critical thinkers and problem solvers, both skills that have countless applications.