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Boost Your community's steam education with these 10 leading organizations

How to Bring STEAM into Your Community: 10 Organizations Paving the Way

It’s a new year and parents everywhere are reflecting on 2017 and looking ahead. Many of them are wondering if their children have the best educational resources and options available. They’re looking into STEAM-specific schools or evaluating school systems based on their science and technology resources. However, not all school districts across the country have …

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How Technology Continues to Revolutionize the Film Industry

Every Job is a STEAM Job is our series looking at why kids will need tech literacy and coding skills to succeed in their future careers, no matter where those careers take them. Previously, we looked at how technology is changing construction, archaeologists, set designers, teachers, fashion designers, architects, journalists, small business owners, and the professionals protecting our national parks. Just watch an old movie …

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14 annual STEAM events to engage kids in science and tech

Take Note: 14 Annual STEAM Events for Kids, Parents, and Teachers

There’s always something around the corner for parents and teachers who want to engage their kids in STEAM learning! Throughout the year, learning institutions celebrate various holidays with events, competitions, and celebrations, but these aren’t your normal holidays. From Pi Day to National Robotics Week, check out these 14 holidays that you can use to …

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The Fascinating History (and Technology) of the Famous NYE Ball Drop

During the late evening hours of December 31st, hopes are high and magic seems to fill the air. Whether we are attending a lively New Year’s Eve party or cuddled up quietly on our living room couch, the sense of wonder for the year ahead permeates our thoughts. What will this next year bring forth? …

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Construction industry embraces tech

How Technology is Changing the Face of the Construction Industry

Every Job is a STEAM Job is our series looking at why kids will need tech literacy and coding skills to succeed in their future careers, no matter where those careers take them. Previously, we looked at how technology is changing archaeologists, set designers, teachers, fashion designers, architects, journalists, small business owners, and the professionals protecting our national parks. The past few decades have …

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Underwater bots are changing marine science and ocean exploration and conservation

Robots in the World: Underwater Bots Advancing Marine Research

Our Robots in the World series looks at the large and small ways robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence are changing our lives. We’ve already looked at how humans are collaborating with robots to make hospital visits safer and less scary. The ocean is a great place to start learning about the development of robotic technology. …

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How robots in the world are transforming hospitals today by Ozobot

Robots in the World: How They’re Helping Humans Improve Hospitals

Our Robots in the World series looks at the large and small ways robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence are changing our lives. Stay tuned to see how humans are collaborating with robots to enhance everything from marine research to mathematics. When you think about hospitals, do you worry about needles, blood, and scary machines? What …

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Hot cocoa history and the science behind the most popular winter drink

Hot Cocoa: The Fascinating Truth Behind Your Favorite Winter Drink

Picture this: It’s a cold, winter day and you’re laid up on the couch, keeping warm under a soft blanket. Maybe the fireplace is crackling in the background. Cupped in your hands, in a giant mug, is your favorite hot beverage during this season: hot cocoa. When you think of hot chocolate, the word ‘science’ …

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An astronaut in space, with Earth in the background

Have an Astronaut Tell Your Kids a Bedtime Story

Space travel has captivated children for generations, from kids watching the moon landing in 1969 to young girls learning about Sally Ride in 1983. This generation is no different. However, instead of hearing stories about people in space from reporters here on Earth, this generation has a chance to communicate with astronauts directly as they …

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Discover 5 cool science facts about turkeys this season

5 Cool Science Facts about Turkeys You’ll Want to Know

For many of us, the fourth Thursday of November is a time to enjoy quality time with extended family. The day consists of football, gratitude, and tons of delicious food. At the centerpiece of that feast is the turkey. Studies have found that Americans consume 46 million turkeys each year on Thanksgiving. That means that …

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