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STEM education has been a hot topic in recent years. Educators, governments, and CEOs of major companies encourage parents to get their children interested in STEM, even as babies. This has led to...
Chess most recently became trendy (again) after Netflix turned Walter Tevis’ 1983 novel The Queen’s Gambit into a series. No doubt about it, good chess players are intelligent. But many parents...
3D Printing for Elementary Students: 3D Printing for Beginners
We love our 3D printer, and it's a great tool for introducing the kids to a bit of technology while doing something fun together. There are a number of engaging 3D prints of interest for younger...
Are STEM Toys Good for Autistic Children? Advice from Parents
Autistic children often don’t play in the same way as neurotypical children. This leaves some parents, extended family, and friends baffled as to what toys to buy an Autistic child. Loud and...
STEM learning differs from the more traditional educational approach. It is not just about teaching the subjects Science, Technology, Engineering Mathematics but also how they are taught that matters...
These days everyone is promoting STEM degrees as the best way to secure a meaningful career and gainful employment in the job market. A survey by the Pew Research Center found that fifty-two percent...