NCTM Illuminations

April is Math Awareness Month! Beyond the Mathemagic activity of the day revealed each day this month on mathaware.org, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics has a site called Illuminations. Home to over 600 lesson plans and over 100 activities for pre-K to 12th grade, Illuminations has something for everyone. Search through the Common…

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NumberNut

NumberNut offers an introduction to mathematics and its variety of topics. It’s not just for kids, it’s for everyone (even if you aren’t a number nut). From Shapes & Colors to Scientific Notation and Variables, NumberNut covers a wide range of concepts and most include related activities in the form of memory challenges and quick…

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RAFT Idea Sheets

RAFT Idea Sheets are easy-to-use hands-on experience guides linked to core curriculum topics. Use the Idea Sheets Search Tool to rapidly pinpoint activities perfectly suited to the grade level, subject area, and content standard you want to cover. Idea Sheets are based on readily-available, low-cost materials such as cardboard tubes, bottle caps, old CD’s, etc.…

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Computer Science Education Week

Computer Science Education Week is observed each year, in recognition of the birthday of computing pioneer Admiral Grace Murray Hopper. Computer Science is a foundation for every student. Help introduce it to millions with an Hour of Code. Hour of Code is a one-hour introduction to computer science, designed to demystify “code” and show that…

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Trees for Wildlife

Trees for Wildlife is an educational program of the National Wildlife Federation providing adult leaders with fun, hands-on science-based activities to help young people learn about the importance of trees and how to plant and take care of trees for the future. The program aims to educate and prepare a generation of environmental stewards, expand…

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ScratchEd

Scratch is a programming language that makes it easy for students to create interactive art, stories, simulations, and games – and share those creations online. ScratchEd is an online community where Scratch educators share stories, exchange resources, ask questions and find people. Even if you don’t know how to code, this website makes it easy…

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DiscoverE

Find activities at DiscoverE from videos showcasing engineering to hands-on activities to field trip ideas which can be used for Engineers Week and beyond! If you will be involving your students in Engineers Week or if you will be doing some outreach during Engineers Week, you can order free Volunteer Kits which include activities, posters,…

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ion Future: The STEM Career Exploration Game

Every day, professionals in STEM careers help people get better, discover new things, save the planet, build the future, solve mysteries, and play with some very cool tools. iON Future lets you explore these careers, find the ones that best match your interests and then play your way to your dream STEM future.

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