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Welcome to Build & Learn STEM!
My print-and-go STEM resources make it easy to bring hands-on engineering and problem-solving into your classroom. Designed for elementary learners, these engaging challenges encourage students to build, create, collaborate, and think critically with minimal prep for teachers.
I am a veteran educator with 26 years of teaching experience and 9 years as a K–5 STEM teacher. STEM has been the most rewarding part of my career, and I love helping students develop creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills through hands-on learning. Every resource in my store is classroom-tested, student-approved, and designed to make STEM meaningful, engaging, and fun.
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Thrills & Builds: Theme Park STEM Challenge Build a Theme Park Design Project
Thrills & Builds: Theme Park STEM Challenge Build a Theme Park Design Project Grades 3-5Looking for an exciting, hands-on STEM challenge that sparks creativity and teamwork? In Thrills & Builds: Theme Park STEM Challenge, students work in teams to design and build a one of a kind theme park while responding to Challenge and Surprise Events cards that challenge them to rethink, redesign, and improve their creations.Print and Go with minimal prep!Simply print the student planning sheet, provide bu
3rd - 5th
Engineering
NGSS
3-5-ETS1-3
, 3-5-ETS1-1
States of Matter Maze Worksheet Solids, Liquids, & Gases Grades 2-4
States of Matter Maze Worksheet Solids, Liquids, and Gases Grades 2-4Make reviewing states of matter fun and engaging with this interactive maze worksheet! Students answer questions about solids, liquids, and gases while navigating their way through the maze. This no-prep activity is perfect for science centers, independent practice, early finishers, homework, test review, or assessment.What's included:1 States of Matter Maze worksheetQuestions covering solids, liquids, and gasesAnswer KeyPerfec
2nd - 4th
Physical Science
NGSS
2-PS1-1
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Welcome to Build & Learn STEM!
My print-and-go STEM resources make it easy to bring hands-on engineering and problem-solving into your classroom. Designed for elementary learners, these engaging challenges encourage students to build, create, collaborate, and think critically with minimal prep for teachers.
I am a veteran educator with 26 years of teaching experience and 9 years as a K–5 STEM teacher. STEM has been the most rewarding part of my career, and I love helping students develop creativity, confidence, and problem-solving skills through hands-on learning. Every resource in my store is classroom-tested, student-approved, and designed to make STEM meaningful, engaging, and fun.
Teaching style
I believe students learn best by doing. My classroom is built around hands-on learning, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving. I encourage students to ask questions, test ideas, learn from mistakes, and persevere through challenges.
As a STEM educator, I focus on helping students think like engineers and build confidence through meaningful learning experiences. The resources I create reflect this philosophy by providing engaging, student-centered challenges that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and a love of learning.
My own education history
Bachelor's in Elementary Education-Elmhurst University
Master's in Curriculum and Instruction-Concordia University
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