Bubble, Bubble A virtual workshop for early childhood educators, librarians and out-of-school time providers (2 CEU hours). Explore the power of surface tension as you try out a variety of wands, build bubble sculptures, create bubble art, and observe colors in bubbles in this STEAM-rich workshop. Registration is requested by April 26th for kits to […]

A Focus on Finance for Engaging Elementary-Aged Girls Looking for ways to tie money and personal finance into engaging STEAM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) content for girls? Look no further! During this session, we will answer a variety of STEAM-related money questions, including: Which is bigger – a penny or a dime? How is our money like animals in nature? […]

Oceans of Possibilities A virtual workshop for early childhood educators, librarians and out-of-school time providers (2 CEU hours). Bring clouds, rain, and oceans to you! Explore a paper mountain watershed, engineer an acequia, and more in this two-hour virtual workshop! Register by May 10th for kit pickup or shipment for first 20 registrants. Sharing is […]

Rollin' Robots An inperson workshop at Explora for early childhood educators, librarians and out-of-school time providers (2 CEU hours). Use code, cardboard, and ingenuity to create fun, interactive experiences with an adorable robot ball called a Sphero! Register

Scaling STEM Equitably: Practitioner Driven Reflections and Emerging Guidelines In May 2023, practitioners across the informal STEM landscape gathered in Washington, D.C., to challenge the ways we conventionally scale informal STEM programs and collaboratively brainstorm new paths forward that center equity. Now, a year later, we will share a set of emerging guidelines and a […]

Get Charged Up!  A virtual workshop for early childhood educators, librarians and out-of-school time providers (2 CEU hours). Get charged up about electricity! We’ll integrate literature and use balloons, tissue paper, hobby motors, and pool noodles to explore and play with static electricity and basic circuits. Use what you discover to make your own scribble […]

Gearing Up for Back to School With Afterschool Suppers and Snacks The Afterschool Nutrition Programs are important resources for helping to fill the nutrition gap that may exists for millions of children when the school day ends. As schools and community partners start to plan for back to school, afterschool suppers and snacks should be […]

STEM in Fairy Tales A virtual workshop for early childhood educators, librarians, and out-of-school time providers (2 CEU hours). How much weight can Rapunzel's hair hold? How tall is the giant from Jack and the Beanstalk? Discover the answers as you explore the STEM in your favorite fairy tales. Register by June 18 for kit […]

Renewable Energy: Water Power An in-person workshop for middle and high school educators, librarians, and out-of-school time providers. Learn about renewable energy from the waves, tides, and currents. Roll up your sleeves for some fun activities ready for your classroom and learn all about clean, renewable energy! Register

Unplugged Coding for Young Learners An in-person workshop for early childhood educators, librarians, and out-of-school time providers (2 CEU hours). Join us for pattern recognition and early algorithmic thinking activities which require no tech at all and build the early skills for coding. Register