Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is estimated to affect one in 68 children. It’s a diagnosis that wasn’t well-understood or extensively researched until the late 20th century (massgeneral). ASD affects the way a person communicates, behaves, and interacts with other people, and everyone with ASD experiences it differently. Some people diagnosed with ASD can live fully […]
Observances & Awareness Days
Easter Science Experiments
Easter is approaching! The holiday associated with chicks, bunnies, and bright colored eggs is coming on April 17th this year. Children all around the world can enjoy the day by taking part in these simple Easter inspired STEM activities. Egg In a Bottle This is an experiment centered around air pressure. Air pressure is […]
Brain Awareness Week
The human brain – it’s the only organ that named itself! It’s what makes each of us who we are, and the machine that helps us make sense of the world. It goes without saying that humans should always be taking care of their brains, and that’s why people all around the world take one […]
International Women’s Day
Image credit “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow.” This is this year’s theme for the United Nations’ observance of International Women’s Day on March 8th. The United Nations first recognized March 8th as International Women’s Day in 1975. They began having annual themes for the day in 1996. This year’s theme stems from how […]
March: Literacy Month
I hope that everyone wished Dr. Seuss a happy birthday on March 2nd! In honor of the legendary children’s author, the National Education Association assigned March 2nd to be “Read Across America” Day. This special day kicks off Literacy Month which encourages Americans to read every day of March! Image credit Why Is Literacy Month […]
Black History Month
African Americans are extremely underrepresented in STEM careers. Jobs in STEM have increased by 79% since 1990, yet African Americans only make up 9% of the U.S. STEM workforce today. So, here are a few inspiring black inventors and innovators in STEM to celebrate during Black History Month! Alan Emtage You would not have Google […]
