The Elementary STEM Coach Podcast

More and more, we’re seeing the use of video and audio production to share information in tangible ways rapidly grow in our world. For this reason, it is important that we allow for opportunities for our students to communicate their ideas through video and audio production. Today’s episode is the audio recording of my presentation from the Wonder Workshop International STEAM Summit. In this episo...

Today’s episode is another behind the scenes inside the STEM Into Summer Group Coaching Program. In this session, I am coaching Miranda B., who teaches pre-K through 5th grade STEM. Miranda sees students twice a week and teaches all of the pre-K through 5th grade students in her school. I know that many of you will be able to relate to Miranda’s story. During this STEM coaching session, we looked...

You’ve heard me talk about my Teacher Honey on this podcast many times. Well, today, he is a guest on the podcast. Today’s episode is even more special because it is airing on the day of our wedding. In this episode, my Teacher Honey shares what it’s like to be married to a STEM teacher. We also discuss how we met, our engagement, the differences in our teaching jobs, and so much more. This was su...

You’ve heard me talking about my STEM Into Summer Group Coaching Program and this new way to work with me, but what does that actually mean? What does a STEM coaching session look like with me? In today’s episode, I am taking you behind the scenes so you can see what a 1:1 coaching session looks like with me! In this episode, I am meeting with one of the teachers who joined the STEM Into Summer Gr...

Creating real-world STEM experiences for kids can be challenging at times for STEM teachers. How can we bring real-world STEM experiences to our classrooms? In today’s episode, I chat with Georgia Littleton about how she has created real-world STEM experiences for her students. This was such an amazing conversation that we ended up chatting for over an hour. This episode is just a few clips from o...

Today's episode is an oldie but goodie! It's perfect for the end of the school year! Are you looking for a fun way to start off your STEM school year that will build community, promote creativity and utilize resources from the outdoors? Welcome to STEM Survival Camp! This unique experience will hook your students immediately to start off your school year. You’ll learn about STEM Survival’s camp or...

With summer break around the corner, for many of you, back to school may be the furthest thing from your mind. Before you go into summer break mode, I want to challenge you to think about back to school. In today’s episode, I am sharing three things you can do now to help you prep for back to school STEM. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures and all the links: htt...

Do you find yourself wanting to implement all of the cool STEM lessons you see on social media or hear about on this podcast? Do you feel the pressure to try to implement lots of new STEM lessons in the hopes you will keep your kids engaged in STEM? In today’s episode, I’m breaking down things you may be doing that are complicating your STEM lesson planning and sharing what to do instead. Head to...

There are quick and easy ways to get started in STEM, and definitely things that teachers should try to get their feet wet. But when it comes to those quick and easy things, are they always best for the long term? How does it affect students? Are they ready for more? In this episode, I’ll be sharing 3 quick fixes that aren't sustainable in the STEM classroom, and things that you can start integrat...

I share a lot about the highs and some of the lows of being an elementary STEM teacher on my Instagram and here on the podcast. In today’s episode, I’m sharing the three things I struggled with the most as a new STEM teacher. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode87 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long...

Today’s episode is the final episode in the K-5 STEM series. In this episode, I give an overview of my 5th grade STEM curriculum. I share an overview of the 5th grade STEM curriculum, a breakdown of a week of 5th grade STEM curriculum, and the top three skills I believe every 5th grader should leave the STEM classroom with. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, an...

In today’s episode, I’m continuing the six-part K-5 STEM series. In this episode, I provide an overview of my 4th grade STEM curriculum, a breakdown of a week of 4th grade STEM curriculum, and the top three skills every fourth grader should leave the STEM classroom with. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode85 D...

In today’s episode, I’m continuing the six-part K-5 STEM series. In this episode, I provide an overview of my 3rd grade STEM curriculum, a breakdown of a week of 3rd grade STEM curriculum, and the top three skills every third grader should leave the STEM classroom with. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode84 Do...

Today’s episode is part 3 of the K-5 STEM series. In this episode, I’m breaking down my year-long 2nd grade STEM curriculum, highlighting some of the lessons I teach in a week and the top three skills 2nd graders should leave the STEM classroom with. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode83 Download my Free K-5 S...

Have you wondered what a 1st grade STEM curriculum should look like? In today’s episode, I’m sharing an overview of my 1st grade STEM year-long plan. This is part two of a six part series in which I’m breaking down grade levels K-5 and showing what it looks like in the STEM classroom. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.c...

Have you been wondering what a Kindergarten STEM curriculum should actually look like? In today’s episode, I share what you should consider when planning your Kindergarten STEM curriculum, including an overview of what your Kindergarten STEM curriculum can look like for the year and on a weekly basis. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https:...

Have you wondered how do podcasts help students learn? Podcasts are an engaging way to learn new content quickly. There are many amazing podcasts for your students. One of those is the Who Smarted Podcast. In today’s episode, I sit down to chat with Jerry Kolber, who works on the team for the Who Smarted Podcast. Jerry and I discuss how podcasts help students learn, the benefits of incorporating p...

Are you hoping to land a STEM position at your school? Maybe you’re wondering what are some important things that you need to consider when interviewing for a STEM position. In today's episode, I share three STEM teacher interview tips to keep in mind when you are preparing for a STEM teacher interview. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: http...

Struggling to gather STEM supplies for our classroom seems to be a common theme for STEM teachers. However, there are many ways to gather materials creatively and for free. In today’s episode, I share three ways to get free materials for STEM projects. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode78/ Download my Free K-...

In today's episode, I sit down to chat with Brittany Walker, who is the Senior Engagement Community Associate at DonorsChoose, to discuss what DonorsChoose is and how it works. Brittany provides grant writing tips for teachers and highlights some of the successful STEM projects that have been funded through DonorsChoose. If you are a teacher who has been wondering what the process is for writing a...

For many of us, when we first enter the elementary STEM space, we are tasked with doing innovative activities with our students, but we are given zero curriculum or zero budget to do so. In today’s episode, I interview Jennifer Mahin, who has received over $32,000 in grants to buy supplies for her STEM space. Jennifer started out like all of us, with zero curriculum and no budget. In this episode,...

In today's episode, I am re-releasing episode 3. In this episode, I break down what you actually need for a STEM classroom, including what you should keep in your STEM classroom, what to get rid of, and what materials to buy. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode3 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long...

Being a STEM teacher can sometimes feel lonely if you’re the only one in your building implementing and teaching STEM. It’s a lot of fun thinking of and implementing new STEM ideas in the classroom, but it would be nice to have a community of like-minded teachers to share these ideas with and who get what you experience as a STEM teacher. If you’re feeling alone as a STEM teacher, a STEM online co...

Have you wondered what STEM professional development books you should read as a teacher? For this episode, I've curated a list of nine STEM professional development books for 2023 that you should have on your STEM teacher bookshelf. The books I share in this episode will support your growth in STEM as an elementary teacher and provide you with a lot of value and inspiration. Head to the show notes...

I have received many DMs and emails about the challenges of teaching younger children STEM. You asked, and I’m delivering. In today’s episode, I interview Marcia Nicole, who is a highly experienced early childhood educator. Marcia shares many fun and easy to implement hands-on strategies for early childhood education. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all...