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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 RACE DAY KIT - Balloon Racer Challenge

RACE DAY KIT - Balloon Racer Challenge

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Race Day Kit | STEM Competition PackTurn your classroom project into a high-energy Engineering Race Day event with this ready-to-use Race Day Kit! This resource gives you everything you need to run a smooth, organized, and exciting competition—no prep required. 🚀 What’s Included Official Race Rules Race Bracket Sheet Scoreboard Sheet Timer Sheets for Student Judges Award Certificates (Fastest, Best Design, Most Improved, Engineering Excellence) 🎯 Perfect For Balloon Car Projects CO₂ /
Preview of Bernoulli’s Principle & Fluid Power | Reading + Activities

Bernoulli’s Principle & Fluid Power | Reading + Activities

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Bernoulli’s Principle & Fluid Power | Reading + ActivitiesBring real-world engineering and physics into your classroom with this engaging Fluid Power & Bernoulli’s Principle Reading Packet—perfect for introducing students to pneumatics, hydraulics, gas laws, and airflow concepts through clear explanations and structured activities. This resource transforms complex science topics into student-friendly, classroom-ready materials that support STEM, Engineering, and CTE courses. Why Teachers Lov
Preview of Balloon Car STEM Project | Fluid Power PBL | 3D Printing + SolidWorks Design

Balloon Car STEM Project | Fluid Power PBL | 3D Printing + SolidWorks Design

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Balloon Car STEM Project | Fluid Power PBL | 3D Printing + SolidWorks Engineering DesignBring real-world engineering, 3D printing, and physics into your classroom with this engaging, competitive Project-Based Learning (PBL) challenge! In this hands-on STEM project, students design, model, prototype, and test a balloon-powered racer while applying key concepts in fluid power, gas laws, and the engineering design process. Students don’t just build—they think, test, redesign, and compete like r
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 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 -  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 - Catapult Cornhole Project

STEM Engineering - Catapult Cornhole Project

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Challenge your students to unleash their creativity and engineering skills with the Catapult Cornhole Project, a hands-on activity designed to engage high school students in the engineering design process! This comprehensive project combines problem-solving, teamwork, and technical documentation as students design and build a working siege device tailored for a modern twist on the classic game of Cornhole. Why You’ll Love It:This project is designed to make engineering concepts tangible and fu
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 - 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 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 Video Quiz - Kinematics: Projectile Motion

STEM Engineering Video Quiz - Kinematics: Projectile Motion

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 6 questions about the video. The video linked is " Kinematics Part 3: Projectile Motion" by Professor Dave Explains found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. The video discusses 2-dimensional motion and breaks it down in an easy to understand way. Explanation of the mathematical equations and examples are provided and presented in a fun way.
Preview of STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Optical fiber cables, how do they work?

STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Optical fiber cables, how do they work?

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Students watch the video linked in the Google Form and answer 15 questions about the video. The video linked is " Optical fiber cables, how do they work?" by Lesics found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. The video covers the various aspects of optical fibers including the manufacture, physics, and where they are used.
Preview of STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Understanding and Analyzing Trusses

STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Understanding and Analyzing Trusses

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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 and Analyzing Trusses" by The Efficient Engineer found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. The video covers truss structure, forces that act on trusses and the physics with mathematical explanations.
Preview of STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Why Do Wind Turbines Have Three Blades?

STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - Why Do Wind Turbines Have Three Blades?

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✅ Product Description: STEM Video Quiz – Why Do Wind Turbines Have Three Blades? | Engineering, Renewable Energy & DesignMake every minute count with this short lesson and self-grading STEM Video Quiz, inspired by the popular YouTube video “Why Do Wind Turbines Have Three Blades?” by Real Engineering. Perfect for middle and high school STEM, science, and engineering classes, this engaging resource breaks down aerodynamic design, energy efficiency, and modern wind power into student-friendl
Preview of STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - How Trebuchets Work

STEM Engineering - Video Quiz - How Trebuchets Work

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STEM Engineering Video Quiz – How Trebuchets WorkEngage your students with an interactive STEM video quiz on medieval engineering and physics! This resource includes a Google Form where students watch the video M edieval Engineering | How Trebuchets Work by Art of Engineering on YouTube and answer 20 comprehension questions related to engineering, mechanics, and physics concepts. Why You'll Love This Resource:✅ Hands-On STEM Learning – Perfect for engineering, physics, and technology les
Preview of STEM Engineering - CO2 Dragsters Bundle

STEM Engineering - CO2 Dragsters Bundle

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CO2 Dragster Design & Racing – Ultimate STEM Resource Get ready to ignite your students’ passion for STEM and engineering with this comprehensive CO2 Dragster Design & Racing Unit! This all-in-one resource guides students through every step of designing, building, and racing their own CO2 dragsters. Perfect for middle and high school technology, engineering, and physics classes, this unit ensures hands-on, engaging learning while reinforcing key STEM concepts. With over 30+ resources, inclu
Preview of Stem Engineering - Understanding Aerodynamic Lift Video Quiz

Stem Engineering - Understanding Aerodynamic Lift 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 Aerodynamic Lift" by The Efficient Engineer found on YouTube. The video is very well done, school appropriate, and informative. This video covers the following topics: History of Flight, Intro to Lift, Airfoil Design and Function, Mechanics of Lift, Circulation and Flow, and some Advanced Considerations. Why You’ll Love It:No-Prep Solution: Simply assign the Google For
Preview of STEM/Engineering Video Quiz - Tesla Valve | The complete physics

STEM/Engineering Video Quiz - Tesla Valve | The complete physics

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Students watch the video and answer the questions. Description of the complete physics of the Tesla valve.
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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.