Learning to Code with Drones: An Interactive Approach for Grades 4-8
Welcome to “Learning to Code with Drones: An Interactive Approach for Grades 4-8,” where the future of STEM education takes flight! In this blog post, we delve into the world of drone coding, an innovative way to introduce young minds to STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) through the engaging and hands-on experience of drones. […]
Introducing Drone Basics to Young Learners: A Guide for Grades 4-8
Welcome to the fascinating world of drones! In this blog, we delve into the dynamic field of drone technology and its integration into the STEM curriculum for grades 4-8. Drones, more than just a technological marvel, have emerged as a versatile tool in modern education, offering an engaging platform for students to learn various STEM […]
Educating Future Legends: The Journey of Learning with Drones in Fifth Grade
Once upon a time, in a small, lively classroom, Mrs. Smith introduced her fifth graders to a set of intriguing, buzzing drones. The students, usually restless after lunch, were suddenly wide-eyed with curiosity. This marked the beginning of an extraordinary journey, not just in STEM learning but in shaping life skills that extend far beyond […]
Unleashing the Power of Drones: Top Learnings from ISTE Live 2023
ISTE Live 2023 has just concluded, and what an adventure! The Drone Legends booth was a flurry of activity, with our team engaging with passionate educators globally. From the hundreds of teachers with whom we spoke, we identified three themes that you told us were most important to you. Propelling Middle and High School Learning […]
Exciting Careers in the World of Drones
Drones are one of the 21st century’s fastest growing technologies and with good reason! They are not only revolutionizing industries, but also creating entirely new fields of work. For young students and children, learning about these career pathways can all start with a passion for drones ignited by what they learned in the classroom. That’s […]
Winter Break Activity Ideas for STEM Fun
With STEM becoming a higher priority in education today, facilitators want enriching activities for winter camps and educational programs. One quick Pinterest search will reveal that there are plenty of winter-themed crafts and projects available for kids. But what about more in-depth builder activities, engineering projects, and robotics lessons? Keep reading for a list of […]
Winter STEM Activities and Experiences for Students
Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean students have to hit pause on their favorite learning activities. One thing kids love at any time of the year is hands-on learning. Staying indoors and playing in the snow are perfect opportunities to initiate at-home experiments! There are plenty of winter STEM activities to do with your kids […]
Fall STEM Activities for Elementary and Middle School
Looking to keep your kids or students engaged this season? Facilitate some educational and fun STEM activities for the fall. Not only will they help your learners become more aware of the seasons around them, but these experiences are a great way to inspire their minds with science, technology, engineering, math, and even art. Read […]
Drones and Maker Workshops
At Drone Legends, we really love drones. And not just because they’re cool, or exciting, or because they’ll soon be able to deliver ice cream directly to your front door. (Okay, that’s part of it.) The real reason we love drones is that they’re capable of helping children achieve things they never thought possible. And […]
Getting Access to Quality STEM Resources: An Interview with Laura Spence
The Drone Legends team recently interviewed Laura Spence, the Director of Curriculum and Instruction who has a background as an international educational consultant, and a K-12 STEM program specialist. We discussed how school districts, schools, and educators could use funds to access quality STEM resources. We asked Laura how school districts can play a vital […]