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Where big ideas, bold projects, and classroom “aha!” moments come together.
Stop by each week for new ideas, tips, and classroom-ready inspiration.
Bridging the Gap to Successful Project-Based Learning with Inspirit
There is no better way to complement your Project-Based Learning (PBL) initiatives than by creating engaging and interactive experiences in virtual reality (VR). VR provides users with a computer-generated simulation...
4 Elements Required to Create an Effective Rubric
Project-Based Learning or PBL, is an effective teaching method, in which students learn by actively engaging in meaningful and real-world projects. These projects are student-led and designed to foster the...
Building AI Literacy in Classrooms: Hands-On Robotics and EdTech Tools for Future-Ready Skills
As AI technologies become embedded in our daily lives, educators are recognizing the importance of preparing students to interact with these tools and develop AI literacy. From voice assistants to...
A Quick Guide to Incorporating AI into iBlocks
Welcome to the digital world! As technology continues to advance, Artificial intelligence (AI) has infused itself into nearly every aspect of our lives. As such, it is important for students...
Enhance iBlocks and Classroom Learning with Killer Snails
Imagine being able to put the excitement of making new scientific discoveries in students’ hands. Well now you can make your dream come to life, with Killer Snails! Through extended...
Building Bridges at STEM & STEELS Summit 2025
Hey PA! We are so excited to be sponsoring the Building Bridges: STEM & STEELS Summit 2025, presented by Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit #21. Taking place on March 7th, 2025...
Creating Your Own Games in Breakout EDU
Are you looking for a fun and interactive tool to engage your learners? Breakout EDU can help students unlock a love for learning by applying knowledge with higher order thinking...
Fun with Lasers in the Classroom Using xTool
When I was growing up, lasers were devices that you could only see in sci-fi movies or cartoons. Lasers were inventions from the distant future. It turns out that the...
Starting the School Year Recycled
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, the average American produces 4.9 lbs of trash a day. Additionally, public schools are estimated to produce over 14,500 tons of waste every day...
3 Back-to-School STEAM Activities for Little Learners
Back-to-school season is a time of new procedures, learning opportunities, friendships, and so much more. For all students, we want to provide engaging activities that get them excited for the...
Student-Made Gifts with Cricut
Students are constantly producing work and taking it home. This may happen less frequently in the upper grades, as students will sometimes bring home something like an art project. However...
Voice & Choice for Field Day Activities
Ready, set, go! It’s time for a field day! You may remember participating in field day as a kid. Maybe, in more recent times, you’ve hosted a field day for...