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Hi there! I’m Madeline Stoddard, the educator and creative mind behind inventHERS. With over a decade of experience teaching K–12 students—including Title I schools, private schools, microschools—I specialize in sparking curiosity and empowering young learners through STEM, invention education, and problem-based learning.
I currently serve as the Education and Outreach Coordinator for the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame & Co-Director of Invention Convention Florida, where I design innovative programs that blend creativity, critical thinking, and real-world innovation. I’m passionate about helping educators bring fresh, engaging ideas into their classrooms—and I love crafting resources that make learning feel like discovery.
Whether you’re looking to foster inventive thinking, integrate STEM in meaningful ways, or bring hands-on magic to your lessons, you’re in the right place. Let’s hatch some great ideas together! 🐣💡
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Mission Monday: Swimming Safety Innovation Challenge | FREE STEM & Design
Mission Monday: Swimming Safety Innovation Challenge | FREE STEM & Design Thinking ActivityJump into this Mission Monday challenge that encourages students to invent with purpose! This real-world activity prompts students to explore the question: How can we improve swimming safety for kids, families, and communities?With summer in full swing, this challenge is perfect for helping students think critically about common dangers at pools, lakes, and beaches—and how they might invent solutions
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Business, Engineering, For All Subjects
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+7
Mission Monday: Extreme Heat Innovation Challenge | FREE STEM & Design Thinking
Mission Monday: Extreme Heat Innovation Challenge | FREE STEM & Design Thinking ActivityGet students thinking critically with this engaging, real-world Mission Monday challenge! This printable and projectable activity prompts students to tackle an increasingly urgent problem: How might we help people stay safe and cool during extreme heat?From elderly care to outdoor workers to pets left in the sun—this challenge encourages students to think empathetically, investigate real needs, and desi
Not Specific
Engineering, Environment, For All Subjects
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-ESS3-1
, HS-ETS1-3
+5
Mission Monday: Fourth of July Innovation Challenge | FREE STEM & Design
Mission Monday: Fourth of July Innovation Challenge | FREE STEM & Design Thinking ActivityKick off your week with this quick, high-interest Mission Monday challenge that inspires students to think like inventors! This printable and/or projectable activity invites students to tackle a real-world problem: How can we improve Fourth of July celebrations to make them safer, cleaner, or more fun for everyone?Students will explore themes of inclusivity, safety, and sustainability while brainstorm
Not Specific
Engineering, For All Subjects
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, HS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
+6
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Experience
Hi there! I’m Madeline Stoddard, the educator and creative mind behind inventHERS. With over a decade of experience teaching K–12 students—including Title I schools, private schools, microschools—I specialize in sparking curiosity and empowering young learners through STEM, invention education, and problem-based learning.
I currently serve as the Education and Outreach Coordinator for the Florida Inventors Hall of Fame & Co-Director of Invention Convention Florida, where I design innovative programs that blend creativity, critical thinking, and real-world innovation. I’m passionate about helping educators bring fresh, engaging ideas into their classrooms—and I love crafting resources that make learning feel like discovery.
Whether you’re looking to foster inventive thinking, integrate STEM in meaningful ways, or bring hands-on magic to your lessons, you’re in the right place. Let’s hatch some great ideas together! 🐣💡
Teaching style
My teaching style is all about igniting curiosity, encouraging creativity, and empowering students to think like inventors. I blend hands-on learning, problem-based challenges, and real-world connections to make every lesson feel meaningful and memorable. Whether it’s through STEM exploration, design thinking, or storytelling, I strive to create a classroom environment where students feel confident taking risks, asking big questions, and building solutions that matter.
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