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Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (or STEM) are fields of growing importance for the economy’s growth. Providing opportunity and stability, STEM careers are a critical component to helping the U.S. win the future. But adults aren’t the only ones benefiting from the prominence of STEM. The generic saying that “children are the future” holds true in... Read more »

Science is everything. Science is the words you’re reading to the air you are breathing. Dive into the world of wonders with these amazing at-home STEM engineering activities and projects to get you on the path to a higher understanding of the world around you!Don’t let the opportunities to learn about amazing inventions pass by... Read more »

More than ever, we’re all looking for ways to stay occupied while staying home. Cooking, reading, and new hobbies are at the top of our lists in 2021 (as they were in 2020). This includes keeping the kids occupied. Sure, television and tablets are an easy solution, but what’s the solution without letting their brains turn... Read more »

You may have heard about it already. Potato batteries are well-known and often made in science classes. But did you know you could charge a smartphone with one? First, let's talk about how this works.Potatoes can conduct electricity by acting as a salt bridge between the two metals. Many fruits rich in electrolytes can also form... Read more »

Hunting down the perfect Christmas gifts for your friends and family becomes more difficult each year. Avoiding the possibility of giving the dull gift, the repeat gift, or the gift they’ll never use is a challenge. Finding the perfect gift for your favorite logical, curious, and tech-minded engineer can get really tricky. From a job tool... Read more »

Did you know there are simple and fun crafts you can make to share engineering at home with your kids? Building a mousetrap car is one of those simple crafts, and it's fun for all ages. Building a mousetrap car is so enjoyable that there are events all over the nation for mousetrap car races!And... Read more »

Are you an engineer who loves to build things for fun? Or maybe you’re helping your child with a science project for school.No matter what situation led you to search for instructions on making your lightbulb, you’ve come to the right place.In the following article, we’ll give you a list of the supplies you need... Read more »