A girl in a plaid shirt sits in front of a computer at her desk in a classroom.
At SchoolAndrea Wilson Vazquez

How Social-Emotional Learning and Computer Science are Interconnected

When you think about the skills developed by computer science and STEM, what kinds of skills come to mind? Certainly technical skills, but also skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, perseverance, and project management! These are examples of social-emotional learning (SEL) skills that support students to make confident choices in academics and beyond. 
A girl in a plaid shirt sits in front of a computer at her desk in a classroom.
At SchoolAndrea Wilson Vazquez

How Social-Emotional Learning and Computer Science are Interconnected

When you think about the skills developed by computer science and STEM, what kinds of skills come to mind? Certainly technical skills, but also skills like problem-solving, critical thinking, perseverance, and project management! These are examples of social-emotional learning (SEL) skills that support students to make confident choices in academics and beyond. 
A boy sits at his desk at home and works independently on an assignment.
At HomeSphero Team

Autonomous vs. Asynchronous Learning: What's the Difference?

Online and hybrid learning approaches are quickly growing in popularity as schools continue to temporarily close  or limit capacity. Not only does this form of education feature schedule-friendly options, but students and teachers also relish being able to incorporate self-directed, autonomous learning, or asynchronous learning activities.
There are 4 Types of Learning Styles.
At HomeSphero Team

4 Types of Learning Styles: Explaining the VARK Model

If you have a kid or student that’s being educated in a blended classroom or hybrid learning environment for the first time, chances are they could be feeling a bit lost. 
Celebrate CSEdWeek with Sphero and littleBits!
At HomeAmanda Vaden

New Sphero & littleBits Hour of Code Activities for CSEdWeek

It’s the first day of the greatest week of the year. (Though, we may be slightly biased…) It’s CSEdWeek! We’re excited to share two new activities with you designed especially for this special week. 
The Sphero Heroes STEM education ambassador program logo.
Sphero NewsAmanda Vaden

Sphero Heroes Class of 2021

Superstar educators, become a Sphero Hero! The application to join is officially open. Whether you’re a Sphero robot specialist or a littleBits circuits connoisseur, we want you to be a part of our team. Learn more about our STEM/STEAM teacher ambassador program here.
A boy holds a smiling face sign up to his face. A frown is on the sign in his other hand.
At HomeSphero Team

Use This Mood Tracker to Follow Your Kid's Learning Experience & Mood (Free Worksheet)

If your learner is participating in a virtual or hybrid learning environment, it can be difficult to gauge their progress and mood — especially if ...
A father and his two daughters work on a science activity at the kitchen table.
At HomeAmanda Vaden

Family STEM Activities

These days, more and more families with kids are looking for ways to be entertained and stay engaged at home or close to home, all while being able to share fun experiences and make lasting new memories. If you’re a parent reading this blog and are pondering what to do for your next family activity night, consider integrating some of these STEM-based ideas and you may learn something new in the process! 
A woman and a girl sit on the couch looking at a tablet together.
At HomeKelly Gray

Using Screens to Build a Better Toolkit

recent Ipsos Mori survey shows that shared screen time is up 37% year-over-year, though my personal experience would put that number far higher. Needing to find a way to work and parent from home full time has turned this into a necessary tool in my arsenal. Even the woman who wrote the book on screen time is changing her tune.
Sphero's ISTE 2020 Live Calendar of Events
Sphero NewsAmanda Vaden

Sphero's ISTE 2020 Live Calendar of Events

Welcome to Sphero’s calendar of virtual events for ISTE 2020 Live! We hope you plan to join us in our virtual booth this year. We have exciting products, a brand new global competition, and blended learning resources we’re excited to share in 2020. 

A girl and her mom sit at a table working on math problems together.
At HomeSphero Team

A Parent’s Guide to Introducing STEM at Home

Are you interested in introducing STEM activities to your children? By introducing these educational activities at an early age, you can help form foundations for future careers and build up valuable 21st Century Skills. With more children homeschooling or distance learning, STEM at home has become a priority.
A boy drives his Sphero Mini across the kitchen table through obstacles created out of cooking utensils.
At HomeSphero Team

10+ STEM Projects: Our Favorite STEM Activities & Games for Kids in 2021

With the pandemic changing how many students are being educated — including hybrid learning environments becoming the new normal — how can you be sure your remote learners are getting the education they need while learning from home? Enter virtual STEM projects. 
Five Fun, Enriching STEM Gifts for Kids
At HomeSphero Team

Five Fun, Enriching STEM Gifts for Kids

Looking for the perfect STEM gift for your special kid? We’ve got you covered with our fun, hands-on educational robots and STEM kits so that you can give the gift of learning all year-round.

9 Recess Games for Social Distancing with Sphero
At HomeSphero Team

9 Recess Games for Social Distancing with Sphero

If your child is new to hybrid learning due to the pandemic, there is one simple (but necessary) educational program that could be lost while learning from home: recess.