Jewel's School Gems by Jewel Pastor
Fun STEM activities and ideas for busy elementary school teachers like you!
What exactly does the term “summer slide” mean? Unfortunately, it’s not a playground equipment that you can buy for your students’ or own kids’ enjoyment during summer. Summer slide actually refers to the loss of academic skills – especially math and literacy skills – that occurs during summer break. We hear again and again how kids are encouraged to read…
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Several years ago, when STEM became official at my school, my first thought was how would I find time to do another thing. Our days are chock-full of required subject minutes, pacing guides to follow, test prep and testing itself. Teachers were already performing a juggling act and now I have to fit in STEM, too. Truth be told, I love science…
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I have a confession to make. I’ve never heard of STEM until 2017. I know, I know. You’re probably shaking your head and thinking Jewel has been hiding under a rock for the longest time. Well, that was in the past — thanks to my innovative ex-principal who believed in me even though I was mostly clueless at the start…
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A few years ago, when my friend first got word that her school would be embracing STEM, not everyone was pleased. Like many of you, she didn’t get much instruction or training, only that now they were supposed to “do it”. She and a colleague decided their best bet was to find something pre-packaged and quickly came across a picture…
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Are you trying out STEM activities for the first time? Or are you just looking for a STEM challenge that can be done during any time of the year? Well, here’s a free STEM activity that you might want to try with your students today. WHAT IS THIS FREE STEM ACTIVITY ALL ABOUT? This Bird Feeder FREE STEM Activity is perfect for…
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Hello, Friends! By now your classroom is decorated, you have gotten to know your students, most routines are in place, and you have become familiar with that new math or reading curriculum. But what about STEM? Are you comfortable with it? Do you feel excited when implementing STEM lessons or does it feel like one more thing has been added…
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GIVEAWAY CLOSED. WINNERS HAVE BEEN MESSAGED.🤩
I’ve been creating digital escape rooms through BOOM! Learning since mid-December and I’ve enjoyed a level of success with my Christmas and New Year’s BOOM! Escape Rooms.
These escape rooms are great fun and can be used as a springboard for activities related to the holiday/season or as icebreakers during virtual or even face-to-face learning.
Now, I would like to give four of my followers a chance to try four of my six escape rooms. Just do the following:
1. Like or love this post.
2. In the comments, type which one you’d love to try.
3. Tag a friend or two for an extra entry.
It’s that easy. I’ll be picking a winner for each of these BOOM! Cards escape rooms by the end of the week.😍
I’ll be adding the links to these escape rooms in the comments in case you’d like to grab them and can’t wait till Friday.
This giveaway is not endorsed by or affiliated with Facebook, TpT or BOOM! Learning.
Wow 🤩How fun can science teaching be! 👩🔬👨🔬
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Happy New Year!!!
From my family to yours, I would like to take a moment to say a big THANK YOU for your support in 2020. I look forward to sharing my latest creations with you in 2021.
CHEERS FROM MY FAMILY AND I HERE AT JEWEL’S SCHOOL GEMS.💜
P.S. See comments for suggested New Year’s activities!
