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What Pennsylvania’s New STEELS Standards Mean for Educators and Families: A Look at Environmental Literacy & Sustainability
As a certified Pennsylvania educator and K–8 STEM teacher, I’ve spent the past few years creating and integrating environmental literacy and sustainability into my classroom in meaningful, hands-on ways. So when Pennsylvania introduced its new STEELS Standards—which now include an entire domain dedicated to Environmental Literacy & Sustainability (ELS)—I was excited. These standards aren’t just…
Do you want to introduce kids to sustainability concepts but not sure where to begin?
Let me help you! My name is Jessica Purcell and I am the founder of Thoughtfully Sustainable. I am a biologist, science educator and mom of 2 that teaches learners of all ages about science and sustainability.
Thoughtfully Sustainable is a platform used to create hands-on sustainability science lessons, nature investigations and STEAM activities to be done in the classroom, virtually or at home to foster critical thinking skills and a love of the natural world.
My mission is to make the science behind sustainability and the wonders of the natural world accessible to everyone.
Building Big with Marshmallows and Toothpicks: Hands-On Engineering Fun for Kids
If you’ve ever wondered how to make engineering lessons engaging and memorable for upper elementary and middle school students, look no further than your kitchen pantry and craft drawer. Mini marshmallows and toothpicks might seem like humble materials, but they’re fantastic tools for teaching structural engineering. In this post, we’ll explore how these inexpensive items…
Top 5 STEM Tools of 2024 Every Teacher and Parent Should Know About
When it comes to inspiring curiosity and creativity in kids, having the right tools can make all the difference. As a STEM teacher, I’ve spent plenty of time experimenting with gadgets, kits, and activities to find the ones that truly resonate with students and spark their imaginations. Today, I’m excited to share my top five…
A STEM Teacher’s Honest Review of the Finch Robot
Are you searching for a way to make coding come alive for your students? Meet the Finch Robot by Birdbrain Technologies! Designed to engage kids in grades K-8, this versatile little bot is perfect for classrooms or at-home learning. Let’s dive into what makes Finch such a fantastic tool for teaching and learning. This post contains affiliate…