Jewel's School Gems by Jewel Pastor
Fun STEM activities and ideas for busy elementary school teachers like you!
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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Cards. Flowers. Candy. It’s that time of the year again! Yes, you got it right – it’s Valentine’s Day. Every year, on February 14, people of all walks of life and ages make sure to let their “valentine” know how special they are. As a teacher, I’m pretty sure you had your share of kids making cards or other similar…
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Too cute! ⛄️
It's Always Autumn
ADORABLE SNOWMEN made from rolls of toilet paper! 😂
Get all the details here: www.itsalwaysautumn.com/toilet-paper-snowmen-easy-christmas-craft.html
I’ll definitely do this one ❤️How might your students let you know when they need support or have feedback? Teacher Heather Fish has a simple strategy that works in her classroom:
I should have tried this last winter ❄️
Iurie Belegurschi
Mesmerizing! Real time video of a freezing soap bubble!
Video by Carey Sherrill @sherrill_photo
Ideas for old plastic bottles 👍🏼
5-Minute Crafts Family
New ideas to reuse old plastic bottle: