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STEM toys can be a great way to help kids gain a deeper understanding of science and mathematics. But they aren’t just for children: These educational learning tools are also fun for adults who want ...

Half-day and full-day camps explore topics like engineering with Lego, robotics, coding, engineering, digital arts and wood shop. Weeklong summer tech camps for budding programmers, future video game ...

STEM learning doesn’t have to feel like another homework assignment—it can be playful, hands-on, and inspiring. From coding mice to DIY science kits, virtual labs, and garden experiments, there are ...

Finding the ideal mix between enjoyment and learning for your children can be difficult. Still, you can have it all with the finest technology for kids in 2024! These devices are meant to challenge ...

Hundreds of local schoolchildren will get hands-on exposure to science, technology, engineering and math at the 2026 UC STEM Fest, to be held Saturday, May 2 from 9 a.m. to noon at Rex & Margaret ...

From classrooms to living rooms, educators and parents are finding creative ways to make STEM concepts exciting for young learners. Whether through gamified lessons, PBS Kids programming, or hands-on ...

Thinking about science and technology in terms of return on investment misses the point. Here’s what kids really need to know. No lightsaber ever came to be, but I’ve been teaching undergraduates ...

This story first appeared in STEM in Iowa 2025, an annual special section distributed in The Gazette that provides an in-depth look at how this educational pathway is having an impact in the classroom ...