191. What STEM Teachers Should Do In the Summer

Show Summary:In this episode, Natasha and Claire kick things off with their latest animal adventures. But the real focus is on helping STEM teachers gear up for the new school year. They break down the top things you should be doing right now, including how to strategically approach your curriculum planning and what supplies you’ll want to stock up on before the school rush hits. Whether you’re a veteran teacher or new to the STEM classroom, this episode packs in practical tips to help you gear up for a great year ahead!Links from the Show:Related The STEM Space Podcast Episodes 105. Explaining the 3 Stages of STEM190. Prime Picks: Vivify STEM's Smartest 2025 DealsVivify STEM Blog Posts Exploring National Parks with a STEM Challenge!How to Teach STEM Through a StoryTop 35 Amazing STEM Books for Kids10 Tips for Managing a STEM ClassroomVivify STEM LessonsNational Park Research & Design: 5E STEM Project Animal Habitat & Biomes STEM Diorama Engineering Design ChallengeDesign a Magnetic Friend STEM ChallengeDesign a Car STEM ChallengeSTEM Careers BINGO - K-5 or 6-12Engineering Our Cosmos, featuring Solar Energy Tower, Space Capsule, or Space LanderOther STEM ResourcesMammoth Cave National ParkHot Springs National ParkVivify’s Approach to STEM EducationVivify’s Amazon Storefront - Books, Classroom Finds, or Claire’s 2025 Amazon DealsQuick TipsTHE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY XVIVIFY TIKTOKVIVIFY YOUTUBE