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Mississippi has hundreds of afterschool and summer learning programs across the state for children and families. Use this map to find a program in your area.

Bring STEM Home with EiE Families: Hands-On Engineering and Computer Science Activities for All Ages

Oct 29, 2024 | Academics & Enrichment, Afterschool in Mississippi, Equity and Inclusion, Family Resources, Million Girls Moonshot, STEM in Afterschool, STEM Resources

Finding ways to keep kids engaged in fun, educational activities at home can be a challenge. Luckily, EiE Families has created a solution! Designed to make STEM learning accessible for families, EiE Families now offers interactive online activities that introduce key concepts in engineering and computer science. Available in both English and Spanish, these activities are hands-on, family-friendly, and perfect for fostering creativity and problem-solving skills in young learners.

What Makes EiE Families Special?

EiE Families has a mission to bring STEM learning to everyone, regardless of background or experience level. Their online resources provide a bridge between play and education, making it easy for families to dive into STEM concepts at home. Each activity is designed to introduce children to engineering and computer science in a way that’s engaging, intuitive, and practical.

Here’s what EiE Families offers:

  • Interactive Engineering Activities: These hands-on activities allow kids to explore fundamental engineering principles, encouraging them to think critically, design, and test their own solutions.
  • Computer Science Introductions: Computer science can be intimidating, but EiE Families breaks it down into fun, simple concepts that kids (and parents!) can understand and enjoy.
  • Bilingual Resources: Available in both English and Spanish, these activities ensure that more families can enjoy quality STEM education together.

Why Engineering and Computer Science at Home?

Incorporating STEM at home is one of the best ways to build foundational skills in kids. It not only introduces them to essential concepts early but also shows that learning can happen anywhere. With EiE Families’ online activities, kids can explore STEM in an environment where they feel comfortable and supported, which often leads to better engagement and retention.

Benefits of EiE Families’ Activities

  1. Accessible Learning: No advanced knowledge or special equipment is required—just curiosity and a willingness to explore!
  2. Family Bonding: These activities are designed to be done together, making them a great way for families to connect while learning.
  3. Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Engineering and computer science promote skills like planning, testing, and troubleshooting, which benefit kids in all areas of life.
  4. Bilingual Support: With activities in both English and Spanish, EiE Families ensures that language is not a barrier to quality STEM learning.

Get Started Today

Whether you’re new to STEM or looking for fresh ways to inspire your child, EiE Families has activities ready to explore. Each one offers clear guidance and introduces kids to exciting concepts in engineering and computer science, laying the groundwork for lifelong curiosity and confidence in STEM.

Ready to bring STEM fun into your home? Visit EiE Families and start exploring, designing, and problem-solving together!

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