Our kids are learning information and skills some of us never even dreamed of when we were younger. Trying to support that education at home can feel intimidating. Fear not! Our experts and moms are here to tell you how to supplement your kids' STEAM education at home. Spoiler alert: It's easier than you think.
Never stop learning
Screen time can be a good thing
"There are a lot of cool robot toys now that you can program. Programming is more and more key to STEAM education. Give kids screen time for the right kind of screens. They can start programming earlier and earlier. Check out scratch.mit.edu picture-based programming."
— Mellissa, Ph.D. STEM researcher and mom of three
Don't stop in summer
"Get your kids outside, paint, color, play with Lego bricks, download STEAM-type apps on your/their tablets. Do something every day that encourages these programs — especially during the summer months!"
— Dana Hewitt, mom of four
It's easier than you think
"Don't let the initials intimidate you. I often feel that I'm not equipped to help educate my kids in science, math, etc. But simply encouraging curiosity, answering questions (or Googling things together), and being mindful of learning opportunities in everyday experiences is supporting STEAM education — even when you're not aware you're doing it."
— Naomi Naughton, Mom.com team and mom of four
