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What is software coding: A Simple and Clear Explanation
Simple and clear is often not something you think of when you hear the phrase, software coding. I will give you a simple and clear explanation of coding and help you understand what it means to create software without going

Lego Chicken Challenge Download
Be sure to read the full Building Teamwork with the Lego Chicken Challenge article here.

Building Teamwork: The 20 Minute Lego Chicken Challenge
A Message from Mr. Fred – COVID-19 This fall we as teachers will experience a massive challenge as we work on creating a safe but engaging learning environment whether kindergarten through 12th grade or higher education. I have always loved

How To Make A Video Game: 5 Elements Great Games Have (Perfect for STEM)
What makes a good video game? In this article, I am going to give you the five key elements you want to include in your video game design and a Game Design Document that is perfect for a STEM/classroom activity.

Let Go: 4 Success Tips for You and Your College Freshman
In June, every year across the United States, kids are walking across high school graduation stages. Most have finalized any plans for attending college and fall courses await. I want to give my advice to parents from a dad who

Who is Ada Lovelace – A Children’s Book Review
When good friend and super mom, Jen Hoffman of the HealthyMoving.com podcast suggested I check out a book, I didn’t hesitate. As a homeschooling Mom, she is well versed in selecting excellent materials for her children. She messaged me that

Music and Programming: A Talk With Dave Recchione
When a friend asked if he can try out the Scratch Coder Course, I thought it would be great. That friend is also a professional with over 30 years of software programming experience. I wasn’t sure what he would think.

Product Review – How The Penclic Mouse Stopped My Wrist and Arm Pain
It has been almost 4 years now and I am pain free in my wrist and arm. As a life long computer user, I developed pain in my forearm and shoulder blades as part of my RSI (repetitive stress injury)

Learn Programming At Home: A Free Course To Get Started
We are surrounded by technology. Whether you think it is great or a distraction it really has crept into every part of our lives. Today we communicate with each other using smartphone apps, select movie from our couch after viewing