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Curated courses, curriculum aligned lessons, engaging activities and support materials made by expert teachers.

ArticleGet Started

Now that you joined Strawbees Classroom, you are ready to take the first step! Get started with introductory lessons for your students.

ArticleCreative Learning

We are inspired by the work at MIT Lifelong Kindergarten to create resources for teachers to facilitate situations where students can engage in creative thinking.

ChannelPlayinars

Playful professional learning webinars for teaching strategies.

ChannelSchool of Ridiculous Inventions

A series of inspiring invention videos showcasing the creative process.

ArticlesJournals about resource and classroom management strategies for implementing Strawbees in the classroom.
Get Started
ArticleGet Started

Get started with introductory lessons for your students.

What Are Strawbees?
ArticleWhat Are Strawbees?

Strawbees is a construction set for hands-on exploration with versatile pieces for making building and idea creation accessible for all ages and learning needs.

Creative Learning
ArticleCreative Learning

Inspired by the work at MIT Lifelong Kindergarten Strawbees strives to create resources for teachers to facilitate situations where students can engage in creative thinking.

Resource Guide
ArticleResource Guide

Extensive guide on the categories of resources throughout Strawbees Classroom.

Lesson Structure and Assigning Resources
ArticleLesson Structure and Assigning Resources

Review the sections of lesson and how to assign resources to students with a link or through learning management systems.

Curriculum Alignment
ArticleCurriculum Alignment

Aligning our hands-on learning tools and student resources to curriculum standards for seamless assessment and implementation in the classroom.

Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)
ArticleNext Generation Science Standards (NGSS)

Implement Strawbees projects with Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS).

Common Core Standards
ArticleCommon Core Standards

Implement Strawbees projects with Common Core English Language Arts/ Literacy (ELA) and Mathematics standards.

Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
ArticleSustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Teach the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) with Strawbees projects.

Adventures for Little Inventors
ArticleAdventures for Little Inventors

Collection of 12 thematic booklets for early childhood to engage in storytelling, play, inventing, and sharing.

Using Strawbees in the Classroom
ArticleUsing Strawbees in the Classroom

Learn how to use Strawbees in your classroom environment.

Strawbees for Equity and Literacy
ArticleStrawbees for Equity and Literacy

An article about using literacy to make sense of the world.

Problem-Solving and Self-Efficacy for the Future
ArticleProblem-Solving and Self-Efficacy for the Future

An article on skills not to be underestimated.

Grant Writing
ArticleGrant Writing

Structure an outline with written principles for your next proposal starting with these key writing tips, phrases, and ideas.

Different Color Connectors and Straw Lengths
ArticleDifferent Color Connectors and Straw Lengths

Guide on how to convert the full-length straw pieces from an early Strawbees kit to the precut straw sizes to follow along student resources throughout Strawbees Classroom.

Teacher Stories
ArticleTeacher Stories

Teachers who use Strawbees always have great stories to tell.

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