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| 218. 5 October STEM Activities for Kids | 07 oct. 2026 | 00:12:07 | |
I love themed STEM lessons, and I know you and your students will enjoy these October STEM activities. I put together a mix of robotics lessons, Makerspace, and even technology options to help bring Fall into your classroom. These five fall STEM activities to try are perfect for one-day lessons, sub plans, or even class parties, especially since they are low-prep challenges. Resources Mentioned
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode218 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 217. Lessons for Starting A STEAM Program with K-4 STEAM Teachers from Ladue School District | 22 sept. 2026 | 00:41:07 | |
In this episode, I’m joined by four elementary STEAM teachers who worked together to build a brand-new K–4 STEAM program across their district: Kristina Lodes, Jenny Bradley, Miranda Berry, and Mary Linneman. We’re chatting about what that process actually looked like—from defining their roles and creating a curriculum to working with a budget, using materials they already had, and figuring out how to fit robotics, coding, engineering, makerspace, 3D printing, and more into a meaningful learning experience for students. You’ll also hear about some of the biggest successes they’ve had along the way, including STEM Survival Camp, 3D printing, digital portfolios, and their district-wide STEAM Fest and Recycled Runway. Most importantly, they share how collaboration, having a strong starting point, and being willing to adapt lessons for their own students helped make an overwhelming process feel much more manageable. Whether you’re brand new to teaching STEM or STEAM, helping build a program from scratch, or looking for ways to strengthen the program you already have, this conversation is packed with real-life ideas and encouragement you can use in your own STEM classroom. Resources Mentioned
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode217 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 216. The Great Tape Debate: How to Manage Tape in a STEM Classroom | 16 sept. 2026 | 00:09:13 | |
If you’re wondering how to manage tape in your STEM classroom, you’ve come to the right place. This is a HOT TOPIC among the STEM teacher community! When I posted about this on my Instagram, @naomimeredith_, I showed the most common ways you might have students use tape in the classroom. The responses to this post spanned across the board, and there were other strategies shared as well! Let’s dive into what you said and see where your strategy lands, and maybe you’ll gain a new strategy while listening. Resources Mentioned Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode216 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 215. Growth Mindset STEM Lessons for 3-5 | 01 sept. 2026 | 00:10:40 | |
Having a Growth Mindset isn't just something important for STEM classes; it's important as a life skill. I'll be sharing Growth Mindset STEM lessons for 3-5 that you can teach in a week. Each lesson has a growth mindset theme to start as the focus, a paired kid-friendly video, a picture book to read to the class, and a hands-on activity to apply the skill. These lessons not only work well in a STEM classroom setting, but in homeroom elementary classrooms as well! Resources Mentioned
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode215 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 214. Growth Mindset STEM Lessons for K-2 | 25 août 2026 | 00:10:33 | |
Having a Growth Mindset isn't just something important for STEM classes; it's important as a life skill. I'll be sharing Growth Mindset STEM lessons for K-2 that you can teach in a week. Each lesson has a growth mindset theme to start as the focus, a paired kid-friendly video, a picture book to read to the class, and a hands-on activity to apply the skill. These lessons not only work well in a STEM classroom setting, but in homeroom elementary classrooms as well! Resources Mentioned
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode214 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 213. STEM Survival Camp Tips & Tricks | 19 août 2026 | 00:14:33 | |
STEM Survival Camp is a great way to get kids outside and look at the world in new ways. Through these lessons, you can authentically teach the Engineering Design Process. After many years of teaching these lessons to students in my classes, here are some tips and tricks I learned along the way that can help you too! Resources Mentioned
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode213 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 212. Kicking off the School Year with STEM Survival Camp with Bre Smith | 11 août 2026 | 00:32:12 | |
How do you authentically teach students how to use the Engineering Design Process in K-5? I'm chatting with K-5 STEAM teacher, Bre Smith and how she uses STEM Survival Camp to kick off the school year with her classes, and has even made it a tradition to start the Back to School Season. Resources Mentioned
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode212 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 211. How to Implement What You Learned after a STEM Teacher Conference | 07 juil. 2026 | 00:09:19 | |
Attending STEM teacher conferences can be such a blast, but also exhausting! You are gathering so much information within a few days, so how do you even implement it all? (Spoiler: you don't!) I'll be sharing my strategy on how I organize information I learn from these conferences in a meaningful way and actually use what I learned in the classroom. Resources Mentioned
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode211 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 210. What app should I use when 3D printing with younger students? | 12 févr. 2026 | 00:11:30 | |
Have you wanted to 3D print with younger students but realized Tinkercad is too hard for them? Trust me, I've been there too! I love Tinkercad and prefer using it starting with 2nd graders. But for my younger students and one-day challenges, I prefer using Doodle 3D Transform. I'll be digging more into this app and sharing some lesson ideas along with tips when using it, including multi-color printing! Resources Mentioned
Some items are linked to my Amazon Affiliate account. When you purchase through my link, there is no added cost to you, but I receive a small commission in return. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode210 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 209. How to Plan Preschool STEM Lessons | 21 janv. 2026 | 00:14:27 | |
While this show is all about elementary STEM, some of you teach beyond K-5 and even dive into preschool. What are some ways you can effectively plan preschool STEM lessons and keep them engaged? I'll share with you my strategies and a lesson topic that you can adapt for your classroom. Thanks to Laural S. for sending in this question! Send me your STEM questions, big or small, and you can be featured in an episode!
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Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode209 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 208. Helpful STEM Professional Development for Elementary Teachers | 14 janv. 2026 | 00:13:09 | |
Welcome back to another year of the podcast! Excited to be back with this new podcast refresh! We are chatting all about easy and helpful ways to get STEM Professional Development for elementary teachers that you'll actually use! Likewise, you can access all of this in the comfort of your own home or school; no need to travel anywhere!
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode208 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 207. Top Three Need to Know Things About 3D Printing with Kids | 20 nov. 2025 | 00:09:17 | |
3D Printing with kids can be intimidating, especially if you don't have any outside experience to teach them. I felt the same way, and I almost wanted to give up on 3D printing. In fact, 3D printing is a STEM lesson I enjoy teaching and continue to learn about! In this episode, I'll be answering these common questions I get from teachers about 3D printing.
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Some items are linked to my Amazon Affiliate account. When you purchase through my link, there is no added cost to you, but I receive a small commission in return. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode207 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 206. Pumpkin STEM Stations for K-5 That You Can Use After Halloween | 31 oct. 2025 | 00:06:48 | |
Spooky season is coming to a close, so what are you going to teach in STEM now? These pumpkin STEM stations aren't Halloween specific, so they can work in November! What I like about them is that they can be adapted for all grade levels, K-5, and are low-prep. Once you have all the materials prepped, you are ready to go for a couple of weeks! Here is a snapshot of the stations: Science: Build and Label a Pumpkin (inside & outside) Technology: Life Cycle of a Pumpkin robot coding Engineering: Pattern Blocks Pumpkin Building Math: Pumpkin Seed Counting Grab all of these pumpkin stations and more in this collection: https://naomimeredith.com/tptpumpkinstem Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode206 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 205. Building a STEM Identity in Students with SmartLab CEO, Dr. Jennifer Berry | 30 sept. 2025 | 00:38:33 | |
You've spent the first part of your teaching career as a general education teacher, and now you are stepping into the elementary STEM space. It's equal parts exciting, but also overwhelming. What types of supports are out there to support you in this new-to-you role? Well, you are definitely going to enjoy today's interview! I am chatting with CEO of SmartLab, Dr. Jennifer Berry. The company's philosophy on how they support teachers and students is definitely one that I agree with and goes further than just teaching STEM lessons. Dr. Berry’s background and deep leadership experience in K-12 education, plus her commitment to growing mission-oriented teams, make her the ideal leader to navigate the company’s next chapter of growth. She joins a leadership team already transforming how students experience and consume innovative career-connected curriculum with hands-on, STEM-infused learning,” stated Franklin Staley, Managing Director of Exeter Street Capital Partners and Chairman of CLS.
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode205 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 204. What Video School Announcements are Really Like with Rebecca Zide | 23 sept. 2025 | 00:35:40 | |
Have you been on the fence about starting video school-wide news? Maybe you think you don’t have the right equipment, you need to go live each day, or that it’s too complicated. Whatever your hang-ups are about getting started, I was there too. However, I still got this started at my school, and it was such a success! But don’t just take it from me. In this guest interview, I am chatting with elementary teacher Rebecca Zide, who successfully implemented video school-wide news at her school with the help of my on-demand workshop. She shares all her successes and learning moments while implementing these announcements at her school. I know you’ll find her stories inspiring and motivating to help you want to try this with your students!
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode204 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 203. Grades K-2: How to Teach Each Letter of STEM in a Week | 21 août 2025 | 00:11:41 | |
If you wanted to dedicate a week to teaching students what each letter of STEM was, where do you even begin? You want the lessons to be simple enough to last for one class session, but still engaging. This is Part 2 of a 2 part series where I will be giving you a week of lesson plans for Kinder-2nd grades on how to teach each letter of STEM in a week. Grab the free PDF with the lesson plans here: https://naomimeredith.com/weekofstemplans Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode203 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
STEM Teacher Book Club: naomimeredith.com/stemteacherbookshelf 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 202. Grades 3-5: How to Teach Each Letter of STEM in a Week | 21 août 2025 | 00:11:30 | |
If you wanted to dedicate a week to teaching students what each letter of STEM was, where do you even begin? You want the lessons to be simple enough to last for one class session, but still engaging. This is Part 1 of a 2 part series where I will be giving you a week of lesson plans for 3rd-5th grades on how to teach each letter of STEM in a week. Grab the free PDF with the lesson plans here: https://naomimeredith.com/weekofstemplans Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode202 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 201. What Should a Word Wall Look Like in a STEM Classroom? [Back to School STEM Tips Series] | 05 août 2025 | 00:05:49 | |
As you are setting up your STEM classroom, what are things you can decorate with but still connect with what you are teaching? A word wall, or vocabulary wall, can be a great asset to your units to help students make connections across content themes. I'll be sharing practical ways you can set up a word wall that you can use throughout the school year and with all grade levels, K-5. Resources Mentioned: Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode201 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 200. How do you teach your students what STEM means? [Back to School STEM Tips Series] | 31 juil. 2025 | 00:07:21 | |
If you were to ask your students what the word "STEM" actually means, could they answer you correctly? And if they do know that "STEM" represents Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math, do they know what THAT means? In this episode, I'll be sharing practical and easy ways you can explain what STEM means to your students that doesn't take a lot of time, but will still build a foundation for all your STEM lessons to come! Resources mentioned:
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode200 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 199. My Favorite Starter Projects for Makerspace Success [Back to School STEM Tips Series] | 27 juin 2025 | 00:09:22 | |
If you have a low or no budget going into your STEM classroom but are wondering what lessons to teach kids, my go-to is Makerspace lessons. There is some prep work to gather supplies to make it happen, but it’s one of the best ways to have hands-on lessons in your classroom that are still engaging. I’ll be sharing my top three favorite themes when teaching Makerspace to students in K-5. These are units where every grade level has its own lesson to jump into, along with what you can do if you only see kids once a week. Resources Mentioned:
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode199 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 198. Exploring 3D Modeling & Design with SelfCAD: Guest Interview with Kara Houston | 19 juin 2025 | 00:28:25 | |
We are back at it with some fun interviews this summer! I took a little break from interviewing, but missed it, and I had so much fun with who I talked with for today’s interview. I chatted with Kara Houston, who is a proud member of SelfCAD. If you haven’t heard of SelfCAD before, it is a cloud-based CAD modeling (or computer-aided design) that allows students to model, sculpt, slice, and print online. You might know this most for 3D printing as you get started, but they have other forms of creation inside the platform that you should check out. Kara is passionate about what she does, and she loves that through her job, she can have a part in the future of STEM by bringing their ideas to life. This episode will help give you ideas on various ways you can start implementing 3D modeling in your classroom! Check out SelfCAD: selfcad.com Connect with Kara Houston on LinkedIn HERE Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode198 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 197. Easy Behavior Management Systems for Makerspace Success [Back to School STEM Tips Series] | 17 juin 2025 | 00:13:43 | |
If you're in back-to-school mode and starting to set up your classroom, this quick tip will help you think through how to organize your Makerspace or STEM supplies for the year. In this mini-episode is a clip from Episode 150, and I’m sharing how I set up my supplies to stay organized all year long, without constantly resetting things for every lesson. Whether you have a full Makerspace or just a few bins of supplies, these simple strategies can help make your space more functional and your students more independent. Resources Mentioned:
Some items are linked to my Amazon Affiliate account. When you purchase through my link, there is no added cost to you, but I receive a small commission in return. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode197 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 196. Simple Supply Organization Tips for Your STEM Classroom [Back to School STEM Tips Series] | 12 juin 2025 | 00:07:38 | |
If you're in back-to-school mode and starting to set up your classroom, this quick tip will help you think through how to organize your Makerspace or STEM supplies for the year. In this mini-episode is a clip from Episode 150, and I’m sharing how I set up my supplies to stay organized all year long—without constantly resetting things for every lesson. Whether you have a full Makerspace or just a few bins of supplies, these simple strategies can help make your space more functional and your students more independent. Resources Mentioned:
Some items are linked to my Amazon Affiliate account. When you purchase through my link, there is no added cost to you, but I receive a small commission in return. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode196 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 195. Rock the End of the School Year with these STEM Activities that Roll | 15 mai 2025 | 00:08:59 | |
These 5 Makerspace activities are quick, easy, and collaborative and focus on things that roll. By using simple materials, you can have fun lessons that students well remember even after the school year ends! Resources Mentioned:
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode95 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 194. 3 End of Year Science Activities & STEM Challenges [Replay-ep.159] | 01 mai 2025 | 00:12:11 | |
It’s the end of the school year, which means it can be a crazy and overwhelming time in your STEM classroom. Even with the kids excited about summer break, you can still keep them engaged and learning in your STEM classroom. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 3 end of year science activities that you can easily implement in your classroom. Even if your school year has ended, these are great activities to use if you’re teaching summer camp or have your own kids home with you for the summer. Resources Mentioned:
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode159 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 193. STEM Teacher Summer Professional Development for 2025 | 25 avr. 2025 | 00:11:55 | |
Summer is just around the corner and if you are looking for some ways you can map out your STEM Teacher Professional Development for 2025, I have some ideas for you. From free to paid, virtual and in person, I have a good mix to help you dive in deeper with a variety of topics.
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| 192. 5 Earth Day STEM Activities to Try | 17 avr. 2025 | 00:10:06 | |
Earth Day is April 22. It’s a good way to teach students ways to take care of the Earth. I’ll be sharing with you 5 STEM lessons that you can teach to celebrate this day or even lessons you can use year round.
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| 191. Tips for Having a Long-Term Sub in Elementary STEM | 10 avr. 2025 | 00:14:20 | |
Are you planning on having a long-term sub soon in your elementary STEM space? I recently completed long-term subbing for 4 months in K-5 STEM, and have a lot of insight as to what you should (and shouldn’t do) while you are prepping to be away. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode191 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 190. 3 Ways to Use Math Manipulatives in your STEM Lessons | 26 févr. 2025 | 00:12:39 | |
Math manipulatives are an often overlooked tool in the STEM space. You may have some hiding in your cabinets or other areas in your school right now that you're missing out on! I'm sharing 3 easy ways I've used math manipulatives for various STEM lessons that you and your students will enjoy. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode190 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 189. Easy Valentine’s Day STEM Activities to Try | 11 févr. 2025 | 00:16:25 | |
Whether you are planning a classroom Valentine's Day party or looking for some fun, themed lessons, you're going to love this episode! There are a variety of activities in this episode that you can implement for Valentine's Day that are low-prep, but highly engaging. You most likely have most of these materials already in your classroom!
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| 188. Snow STEM Challenges: A Week of Lessons | 21 janv. 2025 | 00:21:05 | |
It seems like January is the cold winter month where you are stuck inside, in many parts of the world, trying to keep your students entertained. Take this as a great opportunity to help students make connections to their environment and plan out STEM lessons that are connected to snow! In this episode, I’ll be sharing with you a variety of lessons you can do over the course of a week, or if you see classes once a week, that will take you the entire month. Snapshot of the week:
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| 187. Kicking Off 2025 by Asking Me Anything! Q&A Time with Naomi | 14 janv. 2025 | 00:17:27 | |
We are back for another new year for the Elementary STEM Coach podcast, starting with the questions you wanted answered on Instagram, @naomimeredith_, and others that popped up in my email. I will be answering the questions you wanted the answers to in this fun, new episode.
Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode187 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 186. 3 Last Minute Hour of Code Lessons for Elementary [ep.136] Replay | 04 déc. 2024 | 00:21:46 | |
Another year of Hour of Code has arrived. Are you ready for it? If not, that's okay because, in today's episode, I am sharing three hours of code lessons you can implement in your classroom. These lessons do not require you to be an expert coder, and they are easy to implement. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode136 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning & 3-5 STEM Planning & Stellar School-Wide News & STEM Career Day 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 185. 3 Turkey STEM & Stories Activities | 19 nov. 2024 | 00:08:46 | |
I’m sharing three turkey-themed STEM lessons perfect for Thanksgiving week, plus a bonus LEGO activity to engage your students. These low-prep ideas pair with the books The Great Turkey Race, How to Catch a Turkey, and Turkey Trouble, incorporating creativity, engineering, and storytelling. Whether it’s building turkey catapults, or designing turkey disguises, these activities are easy to adapt for all ages and guarantee holiday fun in your classroom. Make sure to listen to the end because I share a bonus, low-prep Thanksgiving activity that I am going to teach to my students this week! Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode185 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 184. I Bought a Trailer to Be a Mobile STEM Classroom...Now What!?! | 12 nov. 2024 | 00:14:48 | |
In this special episode, I’m recording from an exciting new location—my mobile STEM trailer! This trailer is something I’ve dreamed of since 2020, and I’m thrilled to share how this vision came to life. Join me as I give you a behind-the-scenes look at my journey, from hunting for the right vehicle to the inspiring reasons behind creating a mobile STEM classroom. I’ll share some fun stories, like my search for this trailer and how I’m setting it up to reach even more students in our community. Plus, I’ll explain a fun way for you to join this journey—by adding your name to the trailer in a special way. Let’s dive into how we can make STEM accessible to every child, one mile at a time! Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode184 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 183. What Scared Me the Most When Teaching K-5 STEM | 29 oct. 2024 | 00:08:17 | |
After being a classroom teacher for 6 years and stepping into a K-5 STEM role, there was a lot that I didn't know and also realized I would be concerned about. Over the years as a passionate STEM educator, there are a handful of things that scare me about K-5 STEM education that might scare you, too. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode183 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 182. 3 Pumpkin STEM Stations for Your Classroom | 22 oct. 2024 | 00:09:48 | |
If you are looking for Fall-themed STEM stations that aren’t Halloween-related, but still celebrate the time of year, I got you covered in this episode! I’ll explain how I organized the stations with a group of students and how they rotated through. Then, I’ll share with you the three, easy-to-prep pumpkin STEM stations that you can try with students. In my group, I had kids from 4 years old to 10 years old mixed together, and they all had a blast! Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode182 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 181. 3 Spooky Science Experiments To Try | 16 oct. 2024 | 00:08:44 | |
I’m diving into the spooky spirit with three fun and easy science experiments you can try with your students! Whether you’re planning a Halloween-themed lesson, a special event like trunk-or-treat, or want to add some excitement to your classroom, these activities are low-prep and big on fun. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode181 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 180. 7 Spooky STEM Activities to Try [Re-Release Ep. 129] | 08 oct. 2024 | 00:14:55 | |
Are you looking for fun ways to celebrate Halloween in your STEM classroom without any chaos or your students bouncing off the wall? In today’s episode, I’m sharing seven spooky STEM activities that your students will love. Whether you’re looking for fun activities for a Halloween party or to incorporate some fall-themed activities into your lessons, these spooky STEM activities are perfect for your STEM classroom. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode129 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning & 3-5 STEM Planning & Stellar School-Wide News & STEM Career Day 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 179. Easy Classroom Incentive Idea for Positive Behaviors in STEM | 01 oct. 2024 | 00:09:11 | |
When you teach multiple classes a day, how can you easily set up a classroom incentive that encourages positive behaviors? In this episode, I'll share with you a game I came up with that's easy, fun, and motivating for elementary students of all ages. There is also a bonus clip where you will hear me introduce this incentive with a class and hear their reactions! Link to Behavior Blast Off: https://naomimeredith.com/behaviorblastoff Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode179 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 178.What Do STEM Teachers Do During Parent Teacher Conferences? | 23 sept. 2024 | 00:10:14 | |
During Parent Teacher Conference season, what is the typical expectation for STEM teachers? While this can vary from school to school, overall there is a common consensus amongst STEM Teachers of what they do during this time. How do I know this? Well, I went ahead and asked YOU and sharing your responses in this episode. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode178 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 177.Your Questions About Elementary Makerspace Answered | 16 sept. 2024 | 00:14:24 | |
In this episode, I dive into my Instagram DMs to answer some of the most common questions you’ve asked me about Makerspace. Whether you're an experienced STEM teacher or just getting started, I’m sharing tips on everything from managing materials to encouraging student collaboration. I’ll walk you through how I handle group projects, how students can "buy" supplies using a Makerspace menu, and creative ways to decide who gets to take projects home. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode177 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 176. How The Bug Chicks Make STEM Fun and Fearless with Entomologists Kristie Reddick & Jessica Honaker | 09 sept. 2024 | 00:37:34 | |
I’m sitting down with two incredible women in STEM, Kristie Reddick and Jessica Honaker—also known as The Bug Chicks! These two amazing entomologists have a passion for bugs and an even bigger passion for teaching kids and educators how to use insects as a powerful learning tool. Kristie and Jessica share their fascinating journey from grad school to building a career that inspires others to see the beauty and importance of bugs in our world. We chat about everything from conquering fears to making STEM more approachable through hands-on experiences. Whether it’s using bugs to teach social-emotional skills or simply sparking curiosity, The Bug Chicks have so much wisdom to share. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode176 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 175. 5 Back to School Night Ideas for STEM Teachers [Back to School Series] [Replay Ep.13] | 03 sept. 2024 | 00:10:17 | |
Back to school night for STEM teachers and classroom teachers can look very different.Back to school night expectations for STEM teachers is different for each school. As a STEM teacher, what should you set up for back to school night? In today’s episode, I will be sharing 5 back to school night ideas that STEM teachers can incorporate into their classrooms. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode13 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 174.3 STEM Teacher Systems You Need to Start Now [Back to School Series] | 26 août 2024 | 00:13:31 | |
How can you actually get it all done and keep track of everything as a STEM teacher? I'm sharing my tried-and-true systems and hacks to help you stay on top of your busy schedule as a STEM teacher. Balancing the demands of teaching, meetings, and other responsibilities can be overwhelming, but with the right strategies, you can maximize your productivity and keep track of everything that needs to be done. From managing emails and using Google Calendar to setting timers for yourself and your students, these simple yet effective techniques have helped me stay organized both in the classroom and in my small business. I hope you find these tips helpful and encourage you to try them out in your own routine! Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode174 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 173.5 Back to School STEM Challenges to Try [Back to School Series] [Replay Ep.7] | 19 août 2024 | 00:14:31 | |
No matter how long you have been teaching, preparing for back to school is a lot of work. From setting up your classroom and figuring out systems and routines to attending back-to-school meetings and lesson planning for the first few weeks, it can feel overwhelming even for the seasoned teacher. With so much on your plate, what types of activities should you plan that will be meaningful to your students? In today's episode, I will share five STEM activities you can use in your K through Five STEM classrooms. These activities are great back-to-school STEM challenges. Many of these activities I will be sharing with you have an element of collaboration to help build classroom community, which is important in any classroom setting. Whether you are a STEM teacher or a classroom teacher, this episode will provide you with a variety of activities to implement in your classroom! Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode7/ Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning & 3-5 STEM Planning & Stellar School-Wide News & STEM Career Day STEM Teacher Book Club: naomimeredith.com/stemteacherbookshelf 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| Bonus! What Causes Ocean Waves by Who Smarted? | 14 août 2024 | 00:15:18 | |
Today's episode is a special one! You'll be hearing a special episode from the podcast "Who Smarted" where they will chat about what causes ocean waves. This is an episode that you can listen with your students and own children. I highly recommend their show! Subscribe to their full show here: https://pod.link/1533462141 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
STEM Teacher Book Club: naomimeredith.com/stemteacherbookshelf 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||
| 172.How to Get Materials for Your STEM Classroom [Back to School Series] | 12 août 2024 | 00:09:05 | |
In this episode, I’m sharing some of my favorite tips and strategies for gathering materials for your STEM classroom, no matter what kind of budget you’re working with. Whether you're starting the school year or need to replenish your supplies midway through, I’ve got you covered. From self-donations and tapping into your school community, to grant writing and borrowing materials, I’ll walk you through how to keep your STEM space stocked and ready for all your innovative projects. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode172 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 171. 3 Top Tips for Your STEM Classroom Layout [Back to School Series] | 05 août 2024 | 00:09:03 | |
In this episode, I share my top three essentials for setting up a successful K-5 STEM classroom. Drawing from my extensive experience in various STEM spaces, I discuss the importance of having a group meeting place, planning storage for student projects, and labeling materials for easy accessibility and independence. Whether you're reconfiguring your space or setting it up for the first time, these tips will help you set the stage for a productive and engaging STEM classroom. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode171 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
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| 170. 6 STEM Classroom Bulletin Board Ideas [Back to School Series] | 29 juil. 2024 | 00:10:30 | |
It’s officially time for back to school, which means you’re most likely preparing to start decorating your classroom. With so many ideas available for decorating your classroom, what should you set up? What are some creative ways you can set up your bulletin boards? In today’s episode, I’m sharing six STEM classroom bulletin board ideas that you can implement for the new school year. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode170/ Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops:
STEM Teacher Book Club: naomimeredith.com/stemteacherbookshelf 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest | |||