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Bricks to Buttresses: Real-World Impact with BrickLab Famous Architecture
  • May 19, 2026
Bricks to Buttresses: Real-World Impact with BrickLab Famous Architecture

Sherry Scheline uses BrickLab Famous Architecture to link classroom builds to local landmarks. By turning bricks into hands-on discoveries, she helps learners see the real-world application of every structure they build—showing how the world is designed, one brick at a time.

Educator Spotlight - Katie Stimpson - Podcasting
  • May 5, 2026
Multi-Age Mic: Breaking Grade-Level Barriers in STEM

“You don't have to have a perfect plan because that's what STEM is”. When Katie Stimpson introduced Discover Podcasting to her summer program, she witnessed an unexpected magic – middle schoolers began mentoring first and second graders. By adapting this STEM kit across grade levels, the Parma Learning Center proved that regardless of age, every learner can find their voice.  

Grant Students Problem Solving Prowess
  • Apr 21, 2026
Grant Students Problem Solving Prowess

Alissa Kerr transformed her classroom into a hub for "Drone Designers" thanks to Iowa’s STEM Scale-Up grants program. By moving beyond the screen and into real-world troubleshooting, she empowered her students to build self-agency, leadership and problem-solving skills. Discover how she turned a dream of flight into a mission for student success.

Building Blocks of Equity: More than Just Bricks
  • Apr 7, 2026
Building Blocks of Equity: More than Just Bricks

For some learners, these weren’t just bricks. Discover how Sherry Scheline bridged the opportunity gap, fostering deep knowledge retention and a sense of pride in a community that deserved world-class learning.

Short on Time, High on Impact: The Power of a Simple Curriculum
  • Mar 24, 2026
Short on Time, High on Impact: The Power of a Simple Curriculum

Short on time? Discover how a simple curriculum empowers educators to deliver high-impact STEM. Transform your program and engage every learner today.

From Learners to Architects with BrickLAB Famous Architecture
  • Mar 10, 2026
From Learners to Architects with BrickLAB Famous Architecture

Running STEM programs for fluctuating age groups and limited timeframes is a challenge for any coordinator. Discover how Annette Mason at Victory Branch Library uses a durable, turnkey architecture curriculum to bridge the gap.

Unlock Creativity and Teamwork Through Interactive Coding
  • Feb 24, 2026
Unlock Creativity and Teamwork Through Interactive Coding

Mariam Ramahi is helping kids code their way to creativity at Chicago Ridge Public Library. Learners animate characters, tell their own stories and team up to tackle coding challenges with Scratch Camp, building confidence and collaboration along the way.

Ahoy, Matey! Pirate Camp Ignites Adventure in Every Learner
  • Feb 10, 2026
Ahoy, Matey! Pirate Camp Ignites Adventure in Every Learner

In this Educator Spotlight, Harwood Elementary’s Tera Andrews shares how she uses PCS Edventures! Pirate Camp to engage learners in standards-based STEAM. By assuming pirate roles, designing flags and engineering catapults, her learners master concepts like buoyancy and cardinal directions while developing teamwork and critical thinking skills.

STEM Powered and Robot Approved: Learning That Never Shuts Down
  • Jan 27, 2026
STEM Powered and Robot Approved: Learning That Never Shuts Down

"It really adds to our sustainability." Afterschool Director Dawn Green chose Rockin' Robots for its durability and reusability.

Wildly Durable: Minimal Prep, Maximum Confidence with BrickLAB Zoo
  • Jan 13, 2026
Wildly Durable: Minimal Prep, Maximum Confidence with BrickLAB Zoo

Educator Judy Dvorak transformed her YMCA summer program with the durable, ready-to-teach BrickLab Zoo.

Kids Are Diving Into Learning With Oceanic Exploration
  • Dec 16, 2025
Kids Are Diving Into Learning With Oceanic Exploration

See how Library STEAM Coordinator Jes McPherson uses Oceanic Exploration to deliver impactful stand-alone lessons. This spotlight shows how flexible STEM activities like predator-prey games can make learning unforgettable for drop-in programs.

Elementary Students Bring Stories To Life With Claymation
  • Dec 2, 2025
Elementary Students Bring Stories To Life With Claymation

 Watch as Maggie Gallimore's after-school students bring stories to life, building confidence, collaboration and creative skills frame by frame with Claymation.