STEAM

African American pioneers shaping the future of science from past and present

African American Pioneers: Innovative Minds, Then and Now

Last year, we shared the stories of 16 historic black inventors and scientists to inspire the kids in your classroom. These are people who are not always recognized for their efforts, yet their influence shapes the industries they worked in to this day. This made us wonder, who are the modern day inventors and innovators inspiring …

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20 Organizations Engaging Kids with Autism in STEAM

While our understanding of what it means to have autism spectrum disorder (ASD) continues to grow, many people with autism still have a hard time navigating their communities. As a result, some kids with ASD have a hard time in school, and might even reject the learning environment entirely because it doesn’t accommodate their needs. …

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How Interior Designers Use STEAM Every Day

Many people tend to think of artistic professions and STEAM professions differently: People are either creative or mathematical and logical. Interestingly, most place interior design in the creative category, when it actually belongs right in the middle. In fact, the majority of jobs use both creative and logical elements on a daily basis, and interior …

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How to Turn STEAM Activities Into Handmade Holiday Gifts

The holiday season kicks off a time of family memories and wintery outdoor activities. With celebrations including Hanukkah, Mawlid, Christmas, Diwali, and more, holiday activities are in full-swing. From building snowmen and decorating the house to giving gifts and eating way too much, there are dozens of ways you can observe and celebrate with loved …

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How Robots and Tech Keep Animals Healthy, Safe, and Happy

All across the world, robots and other digital tools help humans complete myriad tasks. From robot surgeons to AI construction teams, we are developing technology that can do almost anything. But what about technology specifically designed to help animals? If machines and machine learning are so useful for humans, surely they can benefit other creatures …

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How Robots Help Humans Get Creative in the Kitchen

Eating is essential to survival, but our relationship with food is complicated. Some people love cooking, and savor the idea of an evening spent pairing unique ingredients and creating something delicious. Others hate cooking and prefer to eat out, resorting to instant noodles and toast whenever they have to find food at home. Robots are …

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STEAM in Every Subject: 10 Examples of Collaborative Learning

******Updated for 2025: Since this post was first written, collaborative learning in STEAM has become even more essential in fostering creativity. We’ve updated it with fresh examples and strategies for integrating STEAM across subjects to engage students in exciting, hands-on learning experiences. STEAM education encourages students to think critically, collaborate, and explore concepts in creative …

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