Are you ready for your kids to learn some electronics but you’re not ready to hand them a soldering iron? Our Valentine paper circuits will help your kids learn about electronics while creating some pretty amazing Valentine’s Day cards out of a few basic supplies.
Our Summer Coding Camp Mystery
Are you hoping to teach your kids how to code this summer? Our new Coding Camp will be the go-to place for engaging material for both coding and robotics. We are actively adding new material to our Coding Camp all summer so check us out.
The Future of Anki’s Cozmo Robot Mystery
Did Anki’s sudden shutdown catch you by surprise? Check out how you can keep Anki’s Cozmo robot working as long as possible.
2018: STEM Detective Lab’s Year in Review
It’s hard to believe that our first year of STEM investigations has come to an end. Over the past twelve months, we stocked our STEM Lab with all sorts of cool gadgets and supplies, we exposed dozens of kids to the world of electronics with our paper circuit designs, and we sponsored a local charity race in hopes of introducing even more kids to the incredible world of STEM activities.
So much has happened in the past year we thought a Year in Review post would be enjoyable. Our investigations included a variety of topics, from electronics to coding. We had incredible successes and mind-boggling glitches. Whether an investigation was a success or not, our goal was always to investigate STEM projects for you, saving you both time and money. We hope we met our goal.
The Case of the Flickering Christmas LEDs
Are you in charge of your kid’s class party this holiday season? Are you looking for an easy activity to do with a group of kids at the neighborhood Christmas party? Check out our pop-up Christmas card with flickering Christmas tree decorations, and have a Very Merry Christmas.
The Case of the Mysterious Robots
Christmas is just weeks away, your kids have robots at the top of their wish list, and it’s your job to figure out which one(s) you should sneak under the tree this year. Good News – the world of robotics will undoubtedly provide hours of STEM fun for your whole family, no matter which robot(s) you choose.
We’ve been collecting robots here at STEMDetectiveLab since before we wrote our first post, and new ones always seem to find their way to the top of our wish lists too. With so many noteworthy robots available we can’t review them all, but we’ll add as many to this list as we can ’til Christmas.
The Haunted Hovercraft Mystery
Are you looking for a fun Halloween project to work on with your kids but October 31st is just around the corner? Our Haunted Hovercraft can be done in just one afternoon and most, if not all, of the supplies can be found around your house.
The Case of the Mysterious STEM Lab
School is back in session, days are getting cooler, and you’re hoping to inspire your kids with a STEM activity or two. Whether you’re a parent or a teacher, now is the perfect time to turn a designated area into a hands-on STEM lab. Help your kids explore, build, and tinker with ideas of their own or with projects that are ready to go.
The Spinning Copper Contraption Mystery
Are your kids ready to delve into the world of motors? If so, what better motor to start with than the first electric motor ever built. The simplicity of Michael Faraday’s homopolar motor will send your kid’s mind spinning.
The Intro to Scratch Programming Mystery (Part 2)
Are your kids ready to take their Scratch programming skills to the next level? This month’s investigation will help you teach your kids how to debug their programs and design cool, entertaining games.