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The Elementary STEM Coach Podcast

Naomi Meredith

Are you tired of scrolling online for your next great STEM lesson? Do you feel like there is no time to plan, research and test meaningful STEM lessons, so you throw together a hands-on activity and hope that it works? What systems and routines should you set in place to help students be creative, critically think, and collaborate?

The Elementary STEM Coach is a podcast for K-5 STEM teachers, classroom teachers, GT specialists, and homeschool parents looking for actionable STEM solutions. Each week, Naomi Meredith will share tools, resources and lesson ideas that are actionable in your classroom and create highly engaging experiences with your students. You’ll learn systems and routines that will create control in the chaos and that will keep you organized all year long.

Your mindless scrolling days are over! Your new STEM-best friend is now here in your ear buds!

Naomi Meredith is a former classroom teacher turned current K-5 STEM teacher and coach. Her role not only includes teaching over 500 students in her school, but also developing standards-based curriculum, leading professional development and coaching teachers to help them integrate STEM & Technology.

With over a decade of experience along with a M.Ed. in STEM Leadership and STEM Certificate, she helps teachers world-wide navigate the best practices, strategies and tools out there. She truly believes that any teacher out there can learn how to use STEM & Technology in their classrooms effectively. She can’t wait to connect with you and be your guide!

Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com
Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_
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#222
November 4 · 16 min
222. Which 3D Printer Should I Ask My Principal For?
Thinking about buying a 3D printer for your elementary STEM classroom but not sure which one to choose? With so many brands, features, and price points available, finding the right 3D printer for your school can feel overwhelming, especially if you're just getting started! I'm sharing the questions I ask when choosing a 3D printer for the classroom, along with my favorite brands and recommendations for 2026. Whether you're requesting funding from your principal, writing a grant, or planning your STEM budget for next school year, this episode will help you make a more informed decision. Resources Mentioned 3D Filament storage bags My Growing Collection of 3D Printing Lessons for K-5 FREE 3D Printing Station Bambu Labs 3D Printers Flashforge 3D Printers Prusa 3D Printers Tinkercad for Student 3D Designs Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode222 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#221
October 28 · 7 min
221. My Top Favorite Tools to Use when 3D Printing with Kids
I'm sharing three of my favorite tools to use when 3D printing with K-5 students, and they might not be what you expect! From adding colorful details to finished prints without the hassle of multicolor printing to improving print bed adhesion, these simple, budget-friendly tools can make a big difference in your classroom. I'm also sharing a fun filament option that students absolutely love! Resources Mentioned Lesson: Halloween 3D Printed Keychains & How-To Draws Glow-in-the-Dark 3D Filament Brands: Overture & MIKA3D Paint Markers (to color 3D designs) Alcohol Wipes to clean print bed Free 3D Printing Station Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode221 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#220
October 21 · 9 min
220. Create a 3D Printed Keychain without any 3D Printing Experience
Want to try 3D printing with your students but aren't sure where to start? I'm sharing a fun, beginner-friendly 3D printing project that students can complete in just two class sessions—no previous 3D printing experience needed! I'll walk you through how my students created their own Halloween-inspired 3D printed keychains using Doodle 3D Transform, a free, easy-to-use design tool that doesn't require student accounts or logins. From drawing their designs to exporting files, organizing student prints, and decorating the finished keychains, I'm sharing the entire process along with tips I've learned from teaching this project myself. Whether you're brand new to 3D printing, looking for an easy project for younger students, or want a quick seasonal STEM activity, this lesson is a great way to get students designing and creating! Resources Mentioned Lesson: Halloween 3D Printed Keychains & How-To Draws 5+ Spooky STEM Lessons Guide Doodle 3D Transform Glow-in-the-Dark 3D Filament Brands: Overture & MIKA3D 3D Printing Design Software: Doodle 3D Transform & Tinkercad 3D Printed Constellations (these also glow-in-the-dark!) Paint Markers (to color 3D designs) Keychain rings Free 3D Printing Station Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode220 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#219
October 14 · 8 min
219. 3 Glow-in-the-Dark STEM Activities to Try
Add a little glow to your spooky STEM lessons this Halloween season! In this episode, I'm sharing three fun, hands-on STEM activities that glow in the dark and are perfect for bringing a little extra excitement into your K-5 classroom. From building a glowing spooky house using just paper to experimenting with glow-in-the-dark slime and designing 3D-printed Halloween keychains. Plus, I'll share classroom tips, materials, and ways to make these projects easy to prep and teach. Resources Mentioned: Free Spooky House Printable Template 15+ Spooky STEM Lessons Guide Glow-in-the-Dark Slime STEM Activity Glow-in-the-Dark Halloween 3D Printed keychains Glow-in-the-Dark 3D Filament Brands: Overture & MIKA3D 3D Printing Design Software: Doodle 3D Transform & Tinkercad 3D Printed Constellations (these also glow-in-the-dark!) Paint Markers (to color 3D designs) Keychain rings STEM & Stories for #goldilocks Digital Citizenship lesson: Private vs. Personal information Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode219 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#218
October 7 · 12 min
218. 5 October STEM Activities for Kids
I love themed STEM lessons, and I know you and your students will enjoy these October STEM activities. I put together a mix of robotics lessons, Makerspace, and even technology options to help bring Fall into your classroom. These five fall STEM activities to try are perfect for one-day lessons, sub plans, or even class parties, especially since they are low-prep challenges. Resources Mentioned Apple Life Cycle Robot Coding Pumpkin Life Cycle Robot Coding Printable Robotics Mats October Engineer Inspiration Board Halloween Engineer Inspiration Board Pumpkin STEM Activities Small plastic pumpkins (for Harvest Basket Challenge) Small plastic apples (for Harvest Basket Challenge) Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode218 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#217
September 22 · 41 min
217. Lessons for Starting A STEAM Program with K-4 STEAM Teachers from Ladue School District
In this episode, I’m joined by four elementary STEAM teachers who worked together to build a brand-new K–4 STEAM program across their district: Kristina Lodes, Jenny Bradley, Miranda Berry, and Mary Linneman. We’re chatting about what that process actually looked like—from defining their roles and creating a curriculum to working with a budget, using materials they already had, and figuring out how to fit robotics, coding, engineering, makerspace, 3D printing, and more into a meaningful learning experience for students. You’ll also hear about some of the biggest successes they’ve had along the way, including STEM Survival Camp, 3D printing, digital portfolios, and their district-wide STEAM Fest and Recycled Runway. Most importantly, they share how collaboration, having a strong starting point, and being willing to adapt lessons for their own students helped make an overwhelming process feel much more manageable. Whether you’re brand new to teaching STEM or STEAM, helping build a program from scratch, or looking for ways to strengthen the program you already have, this conversation is packed with real-life ideas and encouragement you can use in your own STEM classroom. Resources Mentioned Naomi Meredith’s K-5 STEM Year Long Plan Bundle STEAM T-Shirts that the team is wearing Episode 1 of Elementary STEM Coach Podcast: I’m a new STEM Teacher, what should I focus on? Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode217 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#216
September 16 · 9 min
216. The Great Tape Debate: How to Manage Tape in a STEM Classroom
If you’re wondering how to manage tape in your STEM classroom, you’ve come to the right place. This is a HOT TOPIC among the STEM teacher community! When I posted about this on my Instagram, @naomimeredith_, I showed the most common ways you might have students use tape in the classroom. The responses to this post spanned across the board, and there were other strategies shared as well! Let’s dive into what you said and see where your strategy lands, and maybe you’ll gain a new strategy while listening. Resources Mentioned Tape Instagram Post from @naomimeredith_ Classroom Makerspace Menu Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode216 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#215
September 1 · 10 min
215. Growth Mindset STEM Lessons for 3-5
Having a Growth Mindset isn't just something important for STEM classes; it's important as a life skill. I'll be sharing Growth Mindset STEM lessons for 3-5 that you can teach in a week. Each lesson has a growth mindset theme to start as the focus, a paired kid-friendly video, a picture book to read to the class, and a hands-on activity to apply the skill. These lessons not only work well in a STEM classroom setting, but in homeroom elementary classrooms as well! Resources Mentioned Free Download-Week of Growth Mindset Plans Growth Mindset Video Playlist for Kids K-2 Growth Mindset Lesson Bundle 3-5 Growth Mindset Lesson Bundle 'We Create Work We are Proud Of' & Be You! By Peter H. Reynolds 'We Do Hard Things' & Someone Builds The Dream by Lisa Wheeler and Loren Long 'We Make Mistakes to Help Us Grow' & Builder Brothers Big Plans By Jonathan and Drew Scott 'We Dream Big & Take Risks' & What Do You Do With an Idea? By Kobi Yamada 'We Look at the World in New Ways' & Have You Thanked an Inventor Today? By Patrice McLaurin **Innovator Thinking Strategies poster is in this resource Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode215 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#214
August 25 · 10 min
214. Growth Mindset STEM Lessons for K-2
Having a Growth Mindset isn't just something important for STEM classes; it's important as a life skill. I'll be sharing Growth Mindset STEM lessons for K-2 that you can teach in a week. Each lesson has a growth mindset theme to start as the focus, a paired kid-friendly video, a picture book to read to the class, and a hands-on activity to apply the skill. These lessons not only work well in a STEM classroom setting, but in homeroom elementary classrooms as well! Resources Mentioned Free Download-Week of Growth Mindset Plans Growth Mindset Video Playlist for Kids K-2 Growth Mindset Lesson Bundle 3-5 Growth Mindset Lesson Bundle 'We Create Work We are Proud Of' & The World Needs Who You Were Made to Be 'We Do Hard Things' & Unflappable 'We Make Mistakes to Help Us Grow' & Rosie Revere, Engineer 'We Dream Big and Take Risks' & After the Fall 'We Look at the World in New Ways' & Perfect Square Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode214 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#213
August 19 · 14 min
213. STEM Survival Camp Tips & Tricks
STEM Survival Camp is a great way to get kids outside and look at the world in new ways. Through these lessons, you can authentically teach the Engineering Design Process. After many years of teaching these lessons to students in my classes, here are some tips and tricks I learned along the way that can help you too! Resources Mentioned STEM Project Plan Rubric for Students (4 Star Plan) STEM Survival Camp Bundle: K-5 5th Grade: Build a Shelter 4th Grade: Design a Hiking Backpack 3rd Grade: Create a Game from the Land 2nd Grade: Protect the Food 1st Grade: Fishing Pole Kindergarten: Cross the River Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode213 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#212
August 11 · 32 min
212. Kicking off the School Year with STEM Survival Camp with Bre Smith
How do you authentically teach students how to use the Engineering Design Process in K-5? I'm chatting with K-5 STEAM teacher, Bre Smith and how she uses STEM Survival Camp to kick off the school year with her classes, and has even made it a tradition to start the Back to School Season. Resources Mentioned STEM Project Plan Rubric for Students (4 Star Plan) STEM Survival Camp Bundle: K-5 5th Grade: Build a Shelter 4th Grade: Design a Hiking Backpack 3rd Grade: Create a Game from the Land 2nd Grade: Protect the Food 1st Grade: Fishing Pole Kindergarten: Cross the River Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode212 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#211
July 7 · 9 min
211. How to Implement What You Learned after a STEM Teacher Conference
Attending STEM teacher conferences can be such a blast, but also exhausting! You are gathering so much information within a few days, so how do you even implement it all? (Spoiler: you don't!) I'll be sharing my strategy on how I organize information I learn from these conferences in a meaningful way and actually use what I learned in the classroom. Resources Mentioned Beekle & Unimaginary Friends Lesson (3D printing included!) Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode211 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#210
February 12 · 11 min
210. What app should I use when 3D printing with younger students?
Have you wanted to 3D print with younger students but realized Tinkercad is too hard for them? Trust me, I've been there too! I love Tinkercad and prefer using it starting with 2nd graders. But for my younger students and one-day challenges, I prefer using Doodle 3D Transform. I'll be digging more into this app and sharing some lesson ideas along with tips when using it, including multi-color printing! Resources Mentioned Join the 3D Printing Workshop for Teachers here XMaker 3D Printer Bambu Labs [Amazon Link] [Direct Website] My favorite 3D filament 3D Print Software, website & app: Tinkercad.com 3D Print Software, website & app: Doodle 3D Transform Beekle & Unimaginary Friends Lesson (3D printing included!) 3D Printing Lessons for Elementary Students | K-5 STEM Bundle 5th Grade 3D Print Project: Environment Invention 4th Grade 3D Print Project: Night Light with a Circuit 3rd Grade 3D Print Project: Life Cycle Model 2nd Grade 3D Print Project: Custom Birdhouse 1st Grade 3D Print Project: Animal Family Traits Kindergarten 3D Print Project: Earth Care Charm Freebie- 3D Printing Station Signs 3D Printing Video Tutorial playlist by Naomi [Tinkercad & Doodle 3D Transform] Some items are linked to my Amazon Affiliate account. When you purchase through my link, there is no added cost to you, but I receive a small commission in return. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode210 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#209
January 21 · 14 min
209. How to Plan Preschool STEM Lessons
While this show is all about elementary STEM, some of you teach beyond K-5 and even dive into preschool. What are some ways you can effectively plan preschool STEM lessons and keep them engaged? I'll share with you my strategies and a lesson topic that you can adapt for your classroom. Thanks to Laural S. for sending in this question! Send me your STEM questions, big or small, and you can be featured in an episode! Leave a voice message HERE Email: contactnaomimeredith@gmail.com Instagram DMS @naomimeredith_ Resources Mentioned: Grab all the links to the physical items below in one list here on my LTK page Story: Never Touch a Polar Bear by Rosie Greening Experiment: Animal Blubber Vegetable Shortening (for the “blubber” experiment) Gallon ziplock bags Craft: Paint a seal inside a bag Crayola Washable Paint Gallon ziplock bags Science/Sensory table station Arctic Animal Plastic Toys Arctic Animal Wooden Toys **similar to the wooden set I have. Just make sure to take out the penguin! White Pom Poms Flat Clear & Blue Marbles Scoops Clear Bowls Small Sensory Table **I have this one and it’s a great small size! Another sensory table option that’s similar Technology station Sparkly Picasso Tiles (Magnetic) Arctic Animal Magnet Tiles Set Portable Light Table Math Station Arctic Animal Puzzles Arctic Animal Sorting Game**just make sure to take out the penguin Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode209 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#208
January 14 · 13 min
208. Helpful STEM Professional Development for Elementary Teachers
Welcome back to another year of the podcast! Excited to be back with this new podcast refresh! We are chatting all about easy and helpful ways to get STEM Professional Development for elementary teachers that you'll actually use! Likewise, you can access all of this in the comfort of your own home or school; no need to travel anywhere! Get credit for listening to the podcast! Download the free podcast playlist categories & certificate. Follow me HERE on Like To Know It, LTK, for links to my favorite STEM products, outfits, and daily life behind-the-scenes Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode208 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: 3D Printing 101 K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#207
Nov 20, 2025 · 9 min
207. Top Three Need to Know Things About 3D Printing with Kids
3D Printing with kids can be intimidating, especially if you don't have any outside experience to teach them. I felt the same way, and I almost wanted to give up on 3D printing. In fact, 3D printing is a STEM lesson I enjoy teaching and continue to learn about! In this episode, I'll be answering these common questions I get from teachers about 3D printing. What printer should I get? How do kids design 3D prints? What 3D printing lessons should I teach for each grade? Resources Mentioned Join the 3D Printing Workshop for Teachers here XMaker 3D Printer Bambu Labs [Amazon Link] [Direct Website] My favorite 3D filament 3D Print Software, website & app: Tinkercad.com 3D Print Software, website & app: Doodle 3D Transform 3D Printing Lessons for Elementary Students | K-5 STEM Bundle 5th Grade 3D Print Project: Environment Invention 4th Grade 3D Print Project: Night Light with a Circuit 3rd Grade 3D Print Project: Life Cycle Model 2nd Grade 3D Print Project: Custom Birdhouse 1st Grade 3D Print Project: Animal Family Traits Kindergarten 3D Print Project: Earth Care Charm Freebie- 3D Printing Station Signs 3D Printing Video Tutorial playlist by Naomi [Tinkercad & Doodle 3D Transform] Some items are linked to my Amazon Affiliate account. When you purchase through my link, there is no added cost to you, but I receive a small commission in return. Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode207 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#206
Oct 31, 2025 · 6 min
206. Pumpkin STEM Stations for K-5 That You Can Use After Halloween
Spooky season is coming to a close, so what are you going to teach in STEM now? These pumpkin STEM stations aren't Halloween specific, so they can work in November! What I like about them is that they can be adapted for all grade levels, K-5, and are low-prep. Once you have all the materials prepped, you are ready to go for a couple of weeks! Here is a snapshot of the stations: Science: Build and Label a Pumpkin (inside & outside) Technology: Life Cycle of a Pumpkin robot coding Engineering: Pattern Blocks Pumpkin Building Math: Pumpkin Seed Counting Grab all of these pumpkin stations and more in this collection: https://naomimeredith.com/tptpumpkinstem Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode206 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#205
Sep 30, 2025 · 38 min
205. Building a STEM Identity in Students with SmartLab CEO, Dr. Jennifer Berry
You've spent the first part of your teaching career as a general education teacher, and now you are stepping into the elementary STEM space. It's equal parts exciting, but also overwhelming. What types of supports are out there to support you in this new-to-you role? Well, you are definitely going to enjoy today's interview! I am chatting with CEO of SmartLab, Dr. Jennifer Berry. The company's philosophy on how they support teachers and students is definitely one that I agree with and goes further than just teaching STEM lessons. Dr. Berry’s background and deep leadership experience in K-12 education, plus her commitment to growing mission-oriented teams, make her the ideal leader to navigate the company’s next chapter of growth. She joins a leadership team already transforming how students experience and consume innovative career-connected curriculum with hands-on, STEM-infused learning,” stated Franklin Staley, Managing Director of Exeter Street Capital Partners and Chairman of CLS. Connect with SmartLab on LinkedIn Connect with Dr. Berry on LinkedIn Check out SmartLab's website Get Started Here! November 7, 2025- SmartLab STEM Identity Day Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode205 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
#204
Sep 23, 2025 · 35 min
204. What Video School Announcements are Really Like with Rebecca Zide
Have you been on the fence about starting video school-wide news? Maybe you think you don’t have the right equipment, you need to go live each day, or that it’s too complicated. Whatever your hang-ups are about getting started, I was there too. However, I still got this started at my school, and it was such a success! But don’t just take it from me. In this guest interview, I am chatting with elementary teacher Rebecca Zide, who successfully implemented video school-wide news at her school with the help of my on-demand workshop. She shares all her successes and learning moments while implementing these announcements at her school. I know you’ll find her stories inspiring and motivating to help you want to try this with your students! Need more help getting started? Check out my news workshop here! Watch one of Rebecca’s news episodes in action (shared with permission) Check out THIS local news story that was created about Rebecca’s news program Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode204 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest
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Aug 21, 2025 · 11 min
203. Grades K-2: How to Teach Each Letter of STEM in a Week
If you wanted to dedicate a week to teaching students what each letter of STEM was, where do you even begin? You want the lessons to be simple enough to last for one class session, but still engaging. This is Part 2 of a 2 part series where I will be giving you a week of lesson plans for Kinder-2nd grades on how to teach each letter of STEM in a week. Grab the free PDF with the lesson plans here: https://naomimeredith.com/weekofstemplans Head to the show notes for a full transcript of this episode, pictures, and all the links: https://naomimeredith.com/episode203 Download my Free K-5 STEM & Teach Year-Long Plan Leave a voice message HERE for the podcast with your questions and comments! TpT Shop: Naomi Meredith | naomimeredith.com/tptshop Course: STEM Teacher 101 Workshops: K-2 STEM Planning 3-5 STEM Planning K-5 STEM Planning Bundle Stellar School-Wide News STEM Career Day STEM Teacher Book Club: naomimeredith.com/stemteacherbookshelf 1:1 STEM Coaching Support: naomimeredith.com/coaching Check out more inspiration on her website: naomimeredith.com Connect with her on Instagram: @naomimeredith_ YouTube Channel: Naomi Meredith Facebook Group: The Elementary STEM Coach Community | Technology & STEM for K-6 Teachers Check out my other podcast for kids: The STEM Career Quest

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