Bring Halloween fun into learning with quick, hands-on classroom rotations! These short activities engage students in phonics, vocabulary, science, math, and art. Designed to be interactive and easy to set up, each station sparks curiosity, encourages critical thinking, and keeps students moving while reinforcing essential skills.

Looking for creative ways to turn recycled materials into fun projects? Try the kid-safe Chomp Saw for classroom builds, get inspired by Antoinette Portis’ Not a Box, and explore St. Louis’ Cardboard Construction: Beyond the Box. Spark imagination, build confidence, and make learning playful.

Pair children’s books with hands-on STEM! Spark creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving as stories inspire real-world science and engineering challenges.

Kick off the school year with six easy, hands-on STEM activities that build curiosity, teamwork, and a fun, engaging classroom from day one.

MAP MATS invites children to engage in playful, hands-on learning that builds essential early childhood skills. Through movement, building, and guided storytelling, students strengthen their understanding of foundational math and science concepts. Activities also promote collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity—supporting both cognitive and social-emotional growth in a fun, active environment.

Looking for a creative and interactive way to bring STEM into your classroom? *I SPY a Forensic Scientist* is a hands-on curriculum filled with activities that spark curiosity and critical thinking. Developed by Maryville University's Center of Access and Achievement, this 52-page resource is perfect for young learners. Sign up for the St Louis Playful Learning Teacher Workshop to learn more!

Over two weeks, educators in our STEM Cert program dove into hands-on activities that sparked creativity and collaboration. They programmed and raced Sphero robots, tackled LEGO engineering challenges, and played strategy games to sharpen problem-solving skills. This immersive experience equipped teachers with fresh, engaging ways to bring STEM to life in their classrooms.

Engage K-8 kids this summer with fun, hands-on STEAM activities! Each activity fosters creativity and problem-solving skills while ensuring an enjoyable learning experience. This summer, inspire curiosity and imagination with these exciting projects!

In this blog, we’ll explore some of NASA’s best resources for kids and highlight the exciting (STEAM) topics they cover.