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STEM is for Everyone: Geerat Vermeij, a Paleoecologist who is Blind

October 21, 2019 12:06 AM

This scientist views seashells as works of art and an incredible key to understanding the past. Although he is blind, he has been studying shells for decades. If you have ever been to the seashore, you may have walked along the beach looking for shells. If you were lucky enough to find a few, you may have noticed how different each one was. Even two shells that might have seemed similar at first were probably very different when you looked more closely.… Read more

Student Discovers Green Thumb Growing Plants without Water

October 7, 2019 12:00 PM

A hydroponics experiment gave this student more than just the chance to learn more about growing plants. She also cultivated strong problem-solving skills as she moved her experiment to the garage. Above: Madeline at the science fair with her hydroponics project. No matter where you live, fall and winter months are not necessarily the best months for doing plant biology projects, but at Science Buddies, we know that picking a project of interest can… Read more

Elementary School Student Finds Science Fair Success

September 16, 2019 6:00 AM

For this third-grade student and his mother, Science Buddies is a trusted resource for finding innovative and engaging science projects that meet the need and don't break the bank. Above: Trevor at his school science fair in second-grade with his project on turning milk into plastic. Trevor recently started third grade. Third grade is sure to be full of exciting new things to learn and discover, but one thing Trevor can count on is that there will… Read more

Students Race to the Finish with Solar Sprint Cars

July 29, 2019 6:00 AM

Science Buddies helped bring Solar Sprint exploration to classrooms around the country, increasing awareness of Junior Solar Sprint and supporting teachers doing hands-on STEM with students. Above: Team Uger prepared for a timed trial at the 2019 Junior Solar Sprint competition in Washington, D.C. Junior Solar Sprint (JSS) is an annual challenge for grades 5-8 that starts in local classrooms and out-of-school programs and culminates in the national… Read more

Explore Crater Science to Celebrate Moon Landing Anniversary

July 16, 2019 9:00 AM

Celebrate the Moon Landing with a Crater Activity! 50 Years Since the First Moon Landing! This week marks the 50th anniversary of the historic Apollo 11 Moon landing. On July 16, 1969, Apollo 11 lifted off from NASA's Kennedy Space Center with astronauts Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin, and Michael Collins on board. Four days later, on July 20, the Eagle lunar module landed on the Moon's Sea of Tranquility, and Armstrong and Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the Moon.… Read more

STEM is for Everyone: Temple Grandin, Animal Scientist with Autism

June 4, 2019 6:00 AM

The unique attributes of her autism helped Dr. Temple Grandin succeed in animal science. Her story highlights the power of personal interest and of mentors and educators who embrace difference and find ways to motivate and empower all students to excel. Temple Grandin is a professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University and is a well-known speaker and author about both animal behavior and autism. Her pragmatic approach to talking about autism… Read more

STEM is for Everyone: Nicholas Saunderson, Blind Mathematician

February 13, 2019 6:00 AM

Does math require the ability to see numbers? No! Studying math when blind requires thinking about numbers in new ways. This eighteenth century mathematician developed his own tools to help him work with numbers. Nicholas Saunderson (1682-1739) was a mathematician who became known for his lectures on mathematics and geometry. Even though smallpox left him blind at age one, Saunderson's interest in math was supported and encouraged throughout his school… Read more

10 Fun Wintry Science Activities

February 7, 2019 6:00 AM

Don't let winter weather put the freeze on your science class! Try one of these wintry science projects or activities with your students for exciting snow, ice, and cold weather-themed science. Ten Winter Science Activities! Note: For an updated collection of winter-themed science and engineering activities and lessons, see Winter Science Projects, Lessons, and STEM Activities. Foaming Fake Snow: mix up fake snow and make snow people or other small… Read more

Make a Glitter Surprise Package with a Simple Circuit

December 21, 2018 11:00 AM

Student Engineering: Make Your Own Glitter Surprise Package! www.sciencebuddies.org Turn a Video Phenomenon into a Student Science Project You probably have seen or heard about Mark Rober's Package Thief vs. Glitter Bomb Trap video in the last few days. After spotting a package being swiped from his porch, the former NASA engineer rigged a fake package to let loose a bunch of glitter when opened. His high-tech gag package also included multiple phones for GPS-tracking and… Read more

Student Success and the Science of Stealth

June 12, 2018 8:00 AM

When looking for an unusual science project, this sixth grade student found just the right combination of excitement and challenge with a project about stealth technology from Science Buddies. Above: Dylan presenting his science project on stealth technology. Choosing a Science Project Idea When assigned to do a science project, many students are unsure what to do or what they want to explore. The Topic Selection Wizard at Science Buddies helps match… Read more

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