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Welcome to Tater's STEM! At Tater's STEM, I am passionate about bringing STEM and Science to life in the classroom. With a focus on engaging, hands-on activities and real-world applications, my resources are designed to make complex concepts easy to understand for students of all ages. As a high school engineering teacher with experience in science, technology, and engineering, I create materials that encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. From detailed lesson plans to interactive worksheets and activities, my resources are crafted to inspire curiosity and a love for learning. Whether you're introducing students to engineering principles, exploring scientific concepts, or looking to add innovative STEM activities to your curriculum, you’ll find resources that are practical, standards-aligned, and fun! Thank you for visiting my store! Let’s make STEM learning exciting together!
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Preview of Balloon Car STEM Unit | Bernoulli, Fluid Power, 3D Printing & Race Day Bundle

Balloon Car STEM Unit | Bernoulli, Fluid Power, 3D Printing & Race Day Bundle

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Balloon Car STEM Unit | Bernoulli, Fluid Power & Race Day BundleBring engineering to life with this complete, classroom-tested STEM unit where students design, build, test, and compete using balloon-powered racers while learning real-world physics concepts. This bundle combines hands-on engineering, structured learning, and high-energy competition into one ready-to-use package. 🚀 What Students Will Do Design and build a working balloon-powered vehicle Apply concepts of fluid power and airf
Preview of Video Quiz - Introduction to Projectile Motion

Video Quiz - Introduction to Projectile Motion

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Video Quiz – Introduction to Projectile Motion | STEM Physics + KinematicsHelp students master the fundamentals of projectile motion, kinetic energy, and vector decomposition with this engaging 8-question video quiz tied to the high-quality YouTube video “Introduction to Projectile Motion” by Sabins. Students will watch the video, then solve problems related to trajectories, independence of motion, and range calculations. This resource is ideal for STEM, Physics, Honors Physics, or Engineeri
Preview of Video Quiz - Projectile Motion & Parabolas [Science of NFL Football] | Physics &

Video Quiz - Projectile Motion & Parabolas [Science of NFL Football] | Physics &

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Description:Turn Game Day into Lab Day! This exciting Video Quiz on Projectile Motion & Parabolas uses the NBC Learn Science of NFL Football series to hook students with real-world physics in action. Perfect for high school science, physical science, and STEM/engineering classes, this 7 -question quiz explores key concepts like trajectory, acceleration due to gravity, and parabolic motion—all through the lens of America’s favorite sport. Video Link Designed to be Google Forms friendly, this
Preview of Video Quiz – How to Create, Design, and Manufacture a Product from Scratch

Video Quiz – How to Create, Design, and Manufacture a Product from Scratch

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Video Quiz – How to Create, Design, and Manufacture a Product from Scratch | STEM & Entrepreneurship Take your students behind the curtain of real-world product development with this powerful 8-question video quiz that explores how a product is researched, designed, prototyped, manufactured, and brought to market! This quiz pairs with the high-quality YouTube video "How to Create, Design, and Manufacture a Product from Scratch", produced by LaunchBoom, which outlines the complete journey o
Preview of STEM Engineering - Video Quiz -  6 differences between Pneumatic and Hydraulic

STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - 6 differences between Pneumatic and Hydraulic

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 10 questions about the video. The video linked is " 6 differences between Pneumatic and Hydraulic" by Ms. Pneumatic found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video covers the characteristics of pneumatic and hydraulic systems, highlighting their differences in energy source, speed of response, precision, force, piping complexity, and operating environment. Why You Will Love This ProductE
Preview of STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Five CAREERS for Drone Pilots

STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Five CAREERS for Drone Pilots

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 10 questions about the video. The video linked is " Five CAREERS for Drone Pilots" by Drone Nerdsfound on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video covers five profitable ways to make money as a drone pilot, including agricultural drone services, mapping and surveying, industrial inspections, search and rescue operations, and education and consultation, while emphasizing the importance of o
Preview of STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - 10 Habits for Speed Modeling in SolidWorks

STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - 10 Habits for Speed Modeling in SolidWorks

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 10 questions about the video. The video linked is " Ryan's 10 Habits for Speed Modeling in SolidWorks" by SolidWorks With Aryan Fallahi found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video covers mouse gestures, Line to Arc transition, hand posture, centering sketches, Mid-plane extrusion, editing sketch patterns, and much more! Why You Will Love This Product:Get ready to boost your SolidWork
Preview of STEM Engineering: SolidWorks - 12½ Tips to Pass the CSWA Video Quiz

STEM Engineering: SolidWorks - 12½ Tips to Pass the CSWA Video Quiz

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 10 questions about the video. The video linked is " SOLIDWORKS - 12½ Tips to Pass the CSWA" by VirtualFlat CAD found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video provides 12 tips for passing the CSWA exam, a certification for SolidWorks users. The speaker emphasizes the importance of reading engineering drawings, understanding global variables, and using multiple sketches to simplify comple
Preview of STEM Engineering: Stick Welding Basics for Beginners Video Quiz

STEM Engineering: Stick Welding Basics for Beginners Video Quiz

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 33 questions about the video. The video linked is " Stick Welding Basics for Beginners: How to Stick Weld" by TimWelds found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video cover welders, safety gear and equipment, welding electrodes, striking an arc, tacking and proper welding technique. Why You'll Love It:Engaging and Informative: The video is a fantastic resource that breaks down complex w
Preview of STEM Engineering Video Quiz -  Using Method of Joints to Analyze a Truss

STEM Engineering Video Quiz - Using Method of Joints to Analyze a Truss

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 5 questions about the video. The video linked is " Use the Method of Joints and BASIC Physics to Analyze a Truss | Statics" by Integral Physics found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. Topics include: Introduction to Trusses, Reaction forces, Analyzing Beams, Symmetry and Load Distribution, Tension vs. Compression, and much more! Why you'll love it!This engaging and interactive assignment is
Preview of STEM Engineering Video Quiz -  Optimizing a Trebuchet

STEM Engineering Video Quiz - Optimizing a Trebuchet

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 7 questions about the video. The video linked is " Optimising a Trebuchet" by Tom Stanton found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. The video topics include: Introduction to Trebuchets, Energy Efficiency and Optimization, Prototype Testing, Whipper Trebuchet Design, Sling Optimization, and More! STEM Engineering Trebuchet Counterweight Projectile Gravitational energy Kinetic energy Efficienc
Preview of STEM Engineering - Manufacturing - Tool Use and Safety Exam

STEM Engineering - Manufacturing - Tool Use and Safety Exam

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Ensure your students are well-prepared and knowledgeable in tool safety with this comprehensive "Tool Use and Safety Exam." This exam is designed for high school and college-level students in STEM, engineering, and vocational programs. It assesses understanding across various tool safety protocols, correct usage, and personal protective equipment requirements for common workshop tools and machinery. With multiple-choice questions covering a wide range of tools, this resource is ideal for instruc
Preview of STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Safety Time | Angle Grinder Safety

STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Safety Time | Angle Grinder Safety

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 15 questions about the video. The video linked is " Safety Time | Angle Grinder Safety" by Safety Time found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. The video serves educational and informational purposes, focusing on safety when using an angle grinder and maintaining personal well-being. Topics are: Intro to the Angle Grinder, PPE, Tool Safety and Maintenance, Proper Technique, and General Safet
Preview of STEM Engineering Video Quiz - Creating and Using a SOLIDWORKS Assembly

STEM Engineering Video Quiz - Creating and Using a SOLIDWORKS Assembly

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 10 questions about the video. The video linked is " Basics of Creating and Using a SOLIDWORKS Assembly" by Hawk Ridge Systems found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video quiz explores how the user creates a simple hinge assembly in the SolidWorks Design program. Why You’ll Love This Video QuizThis engaging and easy-to-use video quiz is a perfect way to introduce students to SolidWork
Preview of STEM Engineering: Video Quiz -  How Levers, Pulleys and Gears Work

STEM Engineering: Video Quiz - How Levers, Pulleys and Gears Work

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 10 questions about the video. The video linked is " How Levers, Pulleys and Gears Work" by The Efficient Engineer found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video quiz explores levers, pulleys, and gears in a detailed way with help of animation. The topics covered are the mechanical advantage equations of each machine. The video explores different methods that can be use to amplify a forc
Preview of STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - How a Rocket works?

STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - How a Rocket works?

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 5 questions about the video. The video linked is " How a Rocket Works" by Lesics found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video quiz explores the rocket engine in a detailed way with help of animation. The topics covered are liquid propellant rockets, solid propellant rockets, rocket nozzle, rocket staging, rocket guidance & gimbaled thrust and much more!
Preview of Video Quiz - STEM Engineering - Drill Press 101: Tool Training

Video Quiz - STEM Engineering - Drill Press 101: Tool Training

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 15 questions about the video. The video linked is " Drill Press 101: Tool Training" by Chaotic Good found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video quiz explores the safety and best practices of the operation of the drill press..
Preview of STEM Engineering - Understanding Bernoulli's Equation Video Quiz

STEM Engineering - Understanding Bernoulli's Equation Video Quiz

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 10 questions about the video. The video linked is " Understanding Bernoulli's Equation" by The Efficient Engineer found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video explores how Bernoulli's equation can be used, and a range of different applications. Why You Will Love This Product:Make learning fluid dynamics engaging and easy with this Bernoulli's Equation Video Quiz! Designed for high s
Preview of STEM Engineering: How Engineers Can Change the World | Video Quiz

STEM Engineering: How Engineers Can Change the World | Video Quiz

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STEM Engineering: How Engineers Can Change the World | Video Quiz Inspire your students with this interactive STEM Engineering Video Quiz! This engaging, self-grading Google Form accompanies the powerful YouTube video: " How Engineers Can Change the World" by Jake Voorhees. Students will explore how engineers use creativity and problem-solving to make groundbreaking advancements in technology, sustainability, and real-world innovation. Perfect for any STEM, engineering, or career explora
Preview of STEM Engineering Video Quiz: A Brief History of Robotics

STEM Engineering Video Quiz: A Brief History of Robotics

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STEM Engineering Video Quiz: A Brief History of Robotics | Self-Grading Google Form Engage your students with this interactive Robotics Video Quiz! This self-grading Google Form accompanies the fascinating YouTube video: " How Robotics Got Started: A Brief History" by SciShow. Students will explore the history, classification, and challenges of robotics, learning how robotic engineering has evolved over time. This video quiz is perfect for STEM, Engineering, and Computer Science lessons,
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Experience

Welcome to Tater's STEM! At Tater's STEM, I am passionate about bringing STEM and Science to life in the classroom. With a focus on engaging, hands-on activities and real-world applications, my resources are designed to make complex concepts easy to understand for students of all ages. As a high school engineering teacher with experience in science, technology, and engineering, I create materials that encourage problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking. From detailed lesson plans to interactive worksheets and activities, my resources are crafted to inspire curiosity and a love for learning. Whether you're introducing students to engineering principles, exploring scientific concepts, or looking to add innovative STEM activities to your curriculum, you’ll find resources that are practical, standards-aligned, and fun! Thank you for visiting my store! Let’s make STEM learning exciting together!

Teaching style

Educational Philosophies The predicament of humankind is quite strange. Albert Einstein once wrote, "Our situation on this earth seems strange. Every one of us appears here, involuntarily and uninvited, for a short stay, without knowing the why and the wherefore." My style of teaching helps young adults to investigate the why and the wherefore. I do this by addressing multiple intelligences, giving students real-life, hands-on problems, and by creating an atmosphere that promotes learning and production of quality work. I believe that each child is a unique individual who needs information presented to them in a variety of ways. Every lesson I present is done so using a variety of methods. . My goal as an educator is to prepare young adults for future challenges. I give students problems that relate to the real world. I am always trying to explain why they will need to know these things. For me, teaching provides an opportunity for continual learning and growth. One of my hopes as an educator is to instill a love of learning in my students, as I share my own passion for learning with them. In our competitive society it is important for students to not only receive a solid education, but to work with someone who is aware of and sensitive to their individual needs. I am such a person and will always strive to be the best educator that I can be.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Eagle Scout 1987 Teachers In Space Workshops 2006 Chess Coach of the Year

My own education history

EDUCATION 1999-2000 Masters in Teaching, City University, Renton, WA. 1988-1993 Bachelor of Science Biology, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN.