Tag: STEM
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STEM Career Series Interviews: Chemical and Materials Engineer Gabi
Have you ever wondered what an engineer is or what they do? Meet my friend and former co-worker, Gabi Patrick. She is a Chemical and Materials Engineer and works as a New Material Technology Project Manager at Toyota Motor North America. I recently interviewed her for my blog. Here’s a glimpse into…
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The Cincinnati Museum Center has re-opened!
After more than two years of the main building being closed to the public for historical restoration and preservation, it recently reopened (in November 2018) and I got my first glimpse inside over the Thanksgiving holiday.
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My Complete List of STEM Buys for Ages 0-12 (updated 11/28/2018)
DISCLAIMER: I am an Amazon Associate and may earn from qualifying purchases made from the links above at no additional cost to you. To help you through the holidays, I’ve listed out some of my favorite STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) buys for kids 12 and under. Books are…
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Built to Survive: Biomechanics at Cleveland Natural History Museum
Many (if not all) scientific inventions, ideas and theories originate because scientists have observed the incredible way nature functions around us. This exhibit left me with a feeling of wonder and amazement and both girls came out excited and ready to continue exploring the museum.
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GLSC Great Barrier Reef Movie Proves to be Turtle-tastic!!
Are you looking for some place warmer to explore this Fall? Don’t miss the showing of Great Barrier Reef at the Cleveland Clinic DOME theater at the Great Lakes Science Center (GLSC) this November! The Premiere: Last evening (November 1, 2018), my daughter and I were privileged to be invited…
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Halloween Candy Experiments
Halloween is here! If you are like me, we always have tons of candy that lasts us weeks on end. Did you know that you can use leftover Halloween candy for experiments? I love Halloween. Seeing the smiles on my children’s faces when they finally pick out the PERFECT costume,…
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Reading ‘STEMs’ Learning – Andrea Beaty Book Review
This week, I’m reviewing three (3) books. The books are: “Rosie Revere, Engineer”, “Iggy Peck, Architect” and “Ada Twist, Scientist”. I’ll tell you if I think you should BUY IT, BORROW IT, or SKIP IT. About the Author / Illustrator: The author is Andrea Beaty. She actually has a very…
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Grossology Exhibit Exceeds Gross-ness Expectations! Don’t miss it!
The Great Lakes Science Center in Cleveland, Ohio has truly out done themselves with their latest exhibit, “Grossology: The Impolite Science of the Human Body”. Anyone passing through Cleveland, Ohio from now until January 6, 2019 needs to check this out. This exhibit is included in general admission price! So…
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My why…
We entered the “why” phase in our household several months ago. Every parent that has or had a toddler, is familiar with this sometimes dreaded, exhausting phase. We try our best to embrace the curiosity. We want both our children to have the confidence to ask “why” as they grow…