You’re here because…

You want to engage your students

Through hands-on and innovative experiences, you want to inspire creativity, critical thinking and lifelong learning in your students. I’ll guide you with tips and resources to provide those opportunities in your classroom. 

You value STEM & Technology integration 

Deep learning takes place through cross-curricular experiences. Instead of teaching subjects in isolated settings, you see the importance of integrating STEM & Technology into your curriculum. Through intentional planning, my lesson plans will save you time and integrate standards throughout all settings. 

Growth Mindset is a daily practice

Giving students opportunities to make mistakes, fail and grow is just as important as integrated content. By creating a safe place and experiences to practice this concept, you are providing your students skills they will use beyond the classroom. I’ll share with you tips and classroom routines that can help you create a growth mindset culture. 

Paper Plate Roller Coaster Project

Paper Plate Roller Coaster Project Learn more about the difference between potential and kinetic energy with this hands-on activity. Build a marble roller coaster by using simple materials while also exploring force and motion. Materials Needed for this Paper Plate Roller Coaster Project: marble or small ball 2+ large, flat… Read more

MagLev Train STEM Lesson

MagLev Train STEM Lesson Learn about magnetic forces and how they power real-world transportation systems, then build your own paper model MagLev train that zooms forward using magnetic propulsion! Materials Needed for this MagLev STEM Lesson: magnet wands Strong science craft magnets Scotch tape scissors pencils (Optional) small piece of… Read more

Cardboard Straw Maze STEM Activity

Cardboard Straw Maze STEM Activity Learn more about changing the speed of an object with this cardboard straw maze STEM activity. Add points of friction to change the direction of a marble. Build a maze by using simple materials while also exploring force and motion. Materials Needed for this Cardboard… Read more

Solar and Lunar Eclipses STEM Activity Model Building for Kids

What is the difference between a solar eclipse and a lunar eclipse? When these events happen, where are the Sun, Moon, and Earth located? Create a model to demonstrate both types of eclipse and be able to move and explain this space event. Materials Needed for this Eclipses STEM Activity:… Read more

Tips for Having a Long-Term Sub in Elementary STEM [ep.191]

Tips for Having a Long-Term Sub in Elementary STEM [ep.191] Check out the full episode about long-term sub in elementary STEM: Subscribe to the podcast HERE on your favorite podcasting platform. Have a STEM question? Leave a voice message for the podcast Listen and turn on the captions on YouTube… Read more

5 Earth Day STEM Activities to Try [ep.192]

5 Earth Day STEM Activities to Try [ep.192] Check out the full episode about Earth Day STEM activities: Subscribe to the podcast HERE on your favorite podcasting platform. Have a STEM question? Leave a voice message for the podcast Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube here: Episode… Read more