Hazel Meadows

In this download you'll find a presentation and activity write up I used for my elementary STEM students. Ideally, it's best if this is used with grades 2-5, but it can be adapted to K-1 by shortening the presentation or skipping it all together. The activity was a huge hit because kids absolutely learn best through hands-on learning. I found that this lesson works best if followed by an actual 3D printing demonstration but a good quality 3D printing video demo will work too.

A complete, editable camp plan for a week of hands-on discovery in this exciting, mess-friendly camp that turns everyday ingredients into science experiments! Perfect for curious kids ages 7–13, Kitchen Science Camp blends food, chemistry, and sensory exploration through engaging activities. Campers won’t just learn science — they’ll feel it, taste it, and watch it fizz! From edible reactions to mystery flavors, this camp is designed to activate the senses and spark a lifelong love of learn

This 55-minute lesson introduces students to space docking using the interactive SpaceX ISS Docking Simulator. Students work in pairs or small groups to experience the challenge of aligning and docking a spacecraft with the International Space Station in a realistic, physics-based environment. The activity reinforces concepts like motion, force, precision, and problem-solving while encouraging teamwork and iteration. Aligned with NGSS standards MS-ETS1-2 and HS-ETS1-4, the lesson emphasizes eva

The Geometry of Art Deco project blends artistic creativity with core math concepts like symmetry, transformations, and geometric shapes. Students explore the striking style of the Art Deco movement—known for its bold lines, repeating patterns, and sleek symmetry—while applying geometry concepts such as reflection, rotation, translation, and dilation. Students create their own Art Deco-inspired posters using graph paper or digital tools, reinforcing mathematical vocabulary and precision through

This engaging cross-curricular lesson combines geometry, art, and cultural history through the study of azulejos, the traditional painted tiles of Spain and Portugal. Aimed at middle to high school students, the lesson introduces key geometry concepts such as symmetry, rotations, reflections, and translations, all of which are commonly found in tile patterns. Students begin by analyzing real-world azulejo designs, identifying geometric properties, and learning about their historical origins

This engaging cross-curricular lesson combines geometry, art, and cultural history through the study of azulejos, the traditional painted tiles of Spain and Portugal. Aimed at middle to high school students, the lesson introduces key geometry concepts such as symmetry, rotations, reflections, and translations, all of which are commonly found in tile patterns. Students begin by analyzing real-world azulejo designs, identifying geometric properties, and learning about their historical origins

The Geometry of Art Deco project blends artistic creativity with core math concepts like symmetry, transformations, and geometric shapes. Students explore the striking style of the Art Deco movement—known for its bold lines, repeating patterns, and sleek symmetry—while applying their understanding of geometry concepts such as reflection, rotation, translation, and dilation. Using graph paper or digital tools (if you choose to use any), students create their own Art Deco-inspired posters, reinfo

Adolescence is a powerful and emotionally raw series that dives deep into the inner world of a teenage boy navigating isolation, identity, and the aching absence of meaningful adult connection. More than a commentary on modern dangers like online influence, the series reveals a timeless truth: when teens lack a trusted adult to see, hear, and value them, their emotional pain can quietly spiral into crisis. This guide invites parents, educators, and caregivers to reflect not only on the show’s ev