PODCAST OVERVIEW In this episode I speak with Katie Henry of Birdbrain Technologies where we dive into a powerful conversation about one of her recent blog posts about not choosing…Read more
2018
Impossible Paper Challenge
Here is a cool little paper challenge for you to use in your classroom or makerspace. I am using this as part of a workshop I am doing around coaching…Read more
DIY: LED Paper Flower Project
Here is another project using some basic household/school supplies to make a cool LED Flower. Enjoy! Materials Pringle Can Washable Markers Coffee Filter Pipe Cleaner 3v Coin Battery Wire Wire…Read more
067: Teacher Challenge #2: Middle of Your Teaching Career
PODCAST OVERVIEW In this episode I launch the second Teacher Challenge for everyone! Episode can be found here https://simplecast.com/s/4749d2b6 CHECK OUT THE SHOW AND EPISODES ON ITUNES The show is now…Read more
066: Matrix of a Learner With Tracy Hanson
PODCAST OVERVIEW In this episode I bring awareness to the work of Tracy Hanson and her Matrix of a Learner philosophy. This episode brings to light the philosophy and her…Read more
MAKEing a Difference October Maker Challenge is LIVE!!!!!
It is here! Today is October 1st which means it is time for our next monthly maker challenge. Head on over to the site, check out the details, watch the…Read more
Play Workshop Part 1: Remembering the Joy In Play in 40 Minutes with LEGO Enchanted Forest
I had a wonderful opportunity to enter an elementary building in my area for a Monday PD session. We all know how tough Mondays can be especially after teaching all…Read more
Coffeechug Makerspace Tips: Boxcutters
Here is my next video in my Makerspace Tips and Tricks series. This one focuses on boxcutters and shares some very simple things about them that perhaps you were not…Read more
065: How To Organize and Manage a STEM Classroom with Terri Smith
PODCAST OVERVIEW In this episode I have a chat with Terri Smith who is an amazing STEM Educator here in Iowa! We discuss her learning space and how she manages…Read more
064: Say NO! To One Thing This Week
PODCAST OVERVIEW In this episode. I want to share a challenge for you, the listener, to take on this week. It is something I did this weekend and want to…Read more