• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
The Stem Mum

The Stem Mum

Parenting tips for STEM learning in kids. Easy activities you can do at home plus STEM resources for parents.

  • Home
  • Blog
    • Kids Activities
    • For Parents
    • Reviews
  • Shop
  • Subscribe
  • Freebies
  • About the Blog
  • About Me
  • Contact

STEM

Coordinate System with Playdough

October 8, 2019 by The Stem Mum Leave a Comment

This is an activity to learn the concept of the coordinate system. We have presented it with hands on play using … playdough! It introduces the concept of 3D representation and different planes of reference. This is an activity to learn the STEM ideas of spatial representation, object formation, geometry and maths co-ordinates. *This page […]

Filed Under: Activities Tagged With: geometry, mathematics, playdough, STEM

STEM Look and Find Worksheets

October 3, 2019 by The Stem Mum Leave a Comment

I have created these look and find worksheets to provide a fun way to explore science, technology, engineering and maths. They promote the development of essentials skills in object recognition, counting, colour recognition, critical thinking and problem solving. *This page may contain affiliate links to products I recommend. If you purchase something from this page, […]

Filed Under: Activities, Knowledge Base Tagged With: printables, STEM, teachers pay teachers, worksheets

Symmetry STEM activity using counters

September 3, 2019 by The Stem Mum Leave a Comment

Here is a STEM activity based on learning symmetry that is very easy to setup and do with your kids. It introduces the concept of mirror lines and enriches learning by engaging in hands-on play. *This page may contain affiliate links to products I recommend. If you purchase something from this page, I may receive […]

Filed Under: Activities Tagged With: activities, counters, printables, STEM, symmetry

ABC for how and why to do STEM with your kids

August 6, 2019 by The Stem Mum Leave a Comment

Here is an A to Z guide of how and why to do STEM with your kids, particularly preschoolers. The benefits of teaching and participating in STEM activities are increasingly being investigated. They are found to have positive effects on kids even from a young age. This is easier for educators or professionals trained in […]

Filed Under: Knowledge Base Tagged With: A-Z, ABC, guide, knowledge base, parents, STEM

The best kids costumes from STEM books

August 1, 2019 by The Stem Mum Leave a Comment

Dressing up is always a huge hit for kids. Here is a list of characters and things from some of the best STEM books that can be used for inspiration for dress-ups. Role-playing and pretending instils so much imagination and open-ended play. Best of all dressing up as book characters combines literacy with STEM and […]

Filed Under: Activities, Reviews Tagged With: activities, book week, books, costume, dress ups, STEM

Board Game Review: Amazing Labyrinth

July 30, 2019 by The Stem Mum Leave a Comment

This is a review of the board game “Amazing Labyrinth” by Ravensburger. I actually have the original 1980’s version of the game which we played often as a family growing up. Now, my kids enjoy playing the same game and there are so many STEM principles that can be taught and learnt that I love […]

Filed Under: Reviews Tagged With: board game, critical thinking, mazes, problem solving, reviews, STEM

  • Go to page 1
  • Go to page 2
  • Go to page 3
  • Go to page 4
  • Go to Next Page »

Primary Sidebar

Categories

  • Activities
  • Knowledge Base
  • Reviews

Recent Posts

  • Dinosaur themed invitation to play
  • Spot the Difference STEM worksheets
  • STEM on an adventure walk
  • STEM on the trampoline

Follow

Popular Posts

5 easy STEM activities for kids that are under $5 each5 easy STEM activities for kids that are under $5 each
10 personal qualities for STEM to teach your kids10 personal qualities for STEM to teach your kids
The Essentials of STEM for preschoolersThe Essentials of STEM for preschoolers
  • Home
  • Blog
  • Shop
  • Subscribe
  • Freebies
  • About the Blog
  • About Me
  • Contact

 

    © Copyright 2019. The STEM Mum. All Rights Reserved. Disclaimer and Privacy Policy.

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.Accept Reject Read More
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Necessary Always Enabled