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 […]
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 […]
Drones for Education
Every single day, the Drone Legends team gets to witness drones being used as powerful educational tools. These little unmanned aerial vehicles have a huge impact on student learning outcomes, especially in the subjects of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Even if you know that drones are useful in education, there are a few […]
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 Science
Technology and science go together like peanut butter and jelly. For centuries, they have worked together to help humanity create inventions that solve big problems. Technology relies on scientific discoveries to develop solutions, whereas science uses technology to improve research, often leading to new discoveries. Drones technology is used in scientific applications across a wide […]
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 […]
Learning Drones and Robotics
We can’t talk about drones without giving attention to other types of robots. Since the commercialization of UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles) in only the last decade, drones have opened up more opportunities than ever for professionals, hobbyists, and students to explore the advanced world of robotics and tech. Keep reading to learn what drones and […]
STEM Tournaments in School
There are a million ways to engage students with STEM learning, but when you turn it into a competition, you reach a new level of engagement and excitement. STEM tournaments in school are an excellent way for kids of all ages to build critical skills and have fun too! There’s a time and a place […]