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KinderLab brings you the latest coverage of KIBO and other exciting news about robotics in early education. Read more about using robot kits for young students as part of a STEM curriculum.
Posted On April 29, 2021 in Media Coverage
Edvocate: How My Afterschool Program is Delivering Hands-on Learning to Students’ Homes
In this article, learn how Jane de Winter, from Big Learning in MD, has brought hands-on explorative learning to her students during the pandemic, and what she plans on doing with robotics moving forward. Big Learning is an afterschool program serving 2,500 students annually in more than 60 schools across Montgomery County, MD. They offer Read More
Posted On April 20, 2021 in Media Coverage
THE Journal: Tools, Games, and Products to Engage Girls in Pre-K through Early Elementary School
One of the researchers behind the KIBO robot kit, Dr. Amanda Sullivan, has published a book, “Breaking the STEM Stereotype: Reaching Girls in Early Childhood” about STEM and young girls. The book provides educators with examples of tools, games, and products currently available that can be used with girls as early as preschool to practice Read More
Posted On April 13, 2021 in Media Coverage
District Administration: Stimulus tips – 11 Solutions for Healthier, Enriched Learning Environments
This article describes 11 solutions – from robotics to assessment to air quality to professional development that can help schools recover from COVID. The CARES Act, ESSER II and the American Rescue Plan have given superintendents and their schools new opportunities to help their schools recover from COVID. The KIBO robot was included as one Read More
Posted On April 7, 2021 in Media Coverage
District Administration: Community IS Curriculum – Building the Connection Between SEL and Academics
In this District Administration article, Theresa Maves from KinderCare Education discusses this past year, the center’s challenges, and refocusing on children’s SEL and Learning Loss from COVID-19. The article reads in part: “The last year has been a time of upheaval and uncertainty for children and families—not to mention educators. The COVID-19 pandemic forced KinderCare Read More
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The Tech Edvocate: Free Resources to Help Everyone Navigate Online Learning
As educators continue to teach children remotely or in a hybrid model, this article shares some resources to make online learning a litte easier. Educators need all the help they can make online learning as efficient and accessible as possible. About KIBO “For teachers, or even parents with children at home, that wish to teach Read More