These Valentine STEAM activities for kids ages 5-12 are great for connecting with your kids while learning together! I love how these activities incorporate elements of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to create memorable learning experiences. My kids enjoyed sending Valentines in secret codes, building love bug robots, and lots more. Be sure to […]
Gift Guide for Future Innovators
December 22, 2014 by
Do your kids enjoy building things or solving problems? If so, you could have a future innovator or engineer on your hands! Here are some of our absolute favorite gifts to help foster a love of STEM learning. Gift Guide for Future Innovators: 1. Tinker Crate (Ages 9-16) We have received several Tinker Crates thanks to […]
Holiday Gift Idea for Kids – Tinker Crate
December 3, 2014 by
I am excited to share with you a new product from our friends at Kiwi Crate that is designed for kids ages 9-16 to explore science, technology, engineering, and mathematic (STEM) skills! The new Tinker Crate subscription service has been a HUGE hit with my kids!! Each month, they look forward to receiving a package […]
Introduction to Robotics with Sphero
July 22, 2014 by
Do you have a child who is interested in robotics or programming? Sphero is the world’s first robotic ball that kids ages 8 and up can control using a smartphone or tablet! A special thank you to Sphero for providing us with our own Sphero and for sponsoring today’s playful learning post. Read on to […]
Simple Activities for Little Engineers
August 7, 2012 by
Do your kids enjoy learning about how things work? Do they love to solve problems? Did they grow up reading classics such as HTML for Babies?? If so, you may be raising an engineer in-the-making! Here are some of our favorite play ideas and activities to foster the next generation of innovators. Newspaper Play Structures — […]
