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Top eight reasons to explore science and tech outside the classroom

by siteadmin | Mar 26, 2018 | kids coding, science, STEAM, technology, why we do what we do

Students already take science at school, so why should they spend their off-hours in a lab? A few reasons to take the plunge into after-school science, engineering and technology programs like IDEA Lab Kids… 3D printers, circuit boards, motors, drones and robots...

Top ten reasons to teach kids art

by siteadmin | Mar 26, 2018 | art, science, technology, why we do what we do

School budget cuts and an increased focus on STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) jobs can lead to the arts’ neglect in education. It’s time to change that. Why give kids space to create art? Throughout history artists have been scientists and vice versa....

How Idea Lab Kids trains outstanding teachers

by siteadmin | Mar 26, 2018 | how to, technology

Winter rain drizzles outside, but inside Idea Lab Kids Spring Branch’s spacious orange classroom 12 students focus on discovering how to code. Samuel is asking a question about end tags, Mayra wants help changing font colors, and Catherine wonders what is the biggest...

Chess for kids? And other ways you can stretch your child’s brain

by siteadmin | Mar 26, 2018 | at home activities, how to, logic, math, technology

Did you know that just engaging in 40 hours of chess over the course of a year helps kids in math? Want other easy ways to help your kid think critically? Here are a few games to try at home or on the go – no materials required! At-home challenges Animal game. To...

Top eight reasons to explore science and tech outside the classroom

Top ten reasons to teach kids art

How Idea Lab Kids trains outstanding teachers

Chess for kids? And other ways you can stretch your child’s brain

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