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SEPs in Kinder: Using Mathematics in Science

SEPs in Kinder: Using Mathematics in Science

The past few weeks I have been diving into the Science & Engineering Practices and how to use them in a Kindergarten classroom. Today is no different, so let's dive into using Mathematics in science as well as computational thinking! If you've just found this...

SEPs in Kinder: Asking Questions & Making Models

SEPs in Kinder: Asking Questions & Making Models

Diving into science instruction using the NGSS was extremely overwhelming. I was so focused on the content that I never paid attention to the cross cutting concepts or the science & engineering practices. After this post, you'll be using SEPs in Kindergarten in no...

5 STEM Activities for Distance Learning

5 STEM Activities for Distance Learning

Keeping the kids busy at home during school closures can be tough. But with STEM, you can get them problem solving and having fun in no time! Here are my top 5 STEM activities for Distance Learning. These activities are geared towards Kindergarten and younger...

Using the Engineering Design Process in Kindergarten

Using the Engineering Design Process in Kindergarten

The Engineering Design Process (EDP) has changed everything about how I handle STEM activities in my classroom. When I went to school, we followed the Scientific Method; following specific directions to get 1 answer at the end of the experiment. The EDP works...

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