We Are Engineers!

Journal Article | July 2018

Engineering design activities for preschoolers introduce practices and encourage scientific habits of mind.

Is It Engineering or Not?

Journal Article | June 2017

To bring engineering tasks into the classroom, know what qualifies—and what doesn’t.

Engineering Partnerships

Journal Article | March 2018

Partner with a scientist to tackle a classic engineering challenge with a twist.

Scampering Into Engineering!

Journal Article | August 2015

A "snapshot of science" program brings science and engineering into the library.

Engineering Motion

Journal Article | December 2015

First graders build derby cars while practicing communication skills.

Science and Engineering

Journal Article | November 2009

Students should understand both the science and the engineering models of experimentation. Since students are often predisposed to using the engineering model, teachers must intentionally design activities that better…

Engineering for All

Journal Article | February 2010

As calls for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education at the elementary level become more vociferous, elementary teachers may be wondering whether engineering is meant for all students. However…

Science and Engineering

Journal Article | September 2000

When teaching the scientific principles of flight, the author has students create design prototypes, engineering projects that are initial attempts to solve a problem. As a result, students apply their knowledge of…