As we welcome the first week of 2025, it’s the perfect time to embrace new opportunities for learning and exploration. At Impactful Tutor, we’re passionate about empowering students, educators, and parents with tools to make education exciting and accessible. That’s why we’ve curated a list of the best free STEM resources to support learning in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Whether you’re a teacher seeking lesson plans, a parent looking for at-home activities, or a student eager to explore STEM independently, these resources have something for everyone.
For Educators
1. Khan Academy
Khan Academy offers a vast range of free courses in math, science, and engineering for K-12 students and beyond. The platform provides video lessons, practice exercises, and personalized dashboards to track progress.
www.khanacademy.org
2. TeachEngineering
TeachEngineering is a comprehensive collection of hands-on engineering curriculum for K-12 classrooms. From lesson plans to design challenges, it’s an invaluable resource for bringing engineering concepts to life.
www.teachengineering.org
3. Code.org
Ideal for introducing coding and computer science, Code.org offers interactive lessons and projects suitable for all ages. Their Hour of Code activities are particularly popular in classrooms.
www.code.org
For Parents
1. NASA STEM @ Home
NASA STEM @ Home features space-themed activities and experiments that make learning about science and space exploration fun for kids of all ages. From model rockets to virtual space missions, it’s out of this world!
www.nasa.gov/nasa-at-home-for-kids-and-families
2. Mystery Science
Mystery Science offers engaging science lessons and experiments that are perfect for young learners. Their resources include videos, step-by-step guides, and printable materials.
www.mysteryscience.com
3. Science Buddies
Science Buddies provides a library of fun and educational science projects and guides. It’s an excellent resource for school projects or simply exploring science at home.
www.sciencebuddies.org
For Students
1. Scratch
Scratch is a beginner-friendly platform for learning coding through games and animations. It allows students to unleash their creativity while building computational thinking skills.
www.scratch.mit.edu
2. PhET Interactive Simulations
Created by the University of Colorado Boulder, PhET offers fun, interactive science and math simulations that make abstract concepts more tangible.
www.phet.colorado.edu
3. TED-Ed
TED-Ed provides a treasure trove of educational videos covering a wide range of STEM topics. These videos are designed to spark curiosity and inspire learning.
www.ed.ted.com
For all
Merge Paper Cube (Free augmented reality resource)
Merge makes learning fun and interactive with the Paper Cube, a hands-on activity perfect for school projects or at-home assignments. This engaging project not only sparks creativity but also unlocks a wide array of immersive experiences through the Merge EDU apps and resources.
https://support.mergeedu.com/hc/en-us/articles/360052933552-Get-a-Merge-Cube
Conclusion
We hope these free STEM resources help you and your students start 2025 with a passion for learning and discovery. At Impactful Tutor, we’re committed to supporting education at every level. If you’re looking for tailored STEM tutoring services to enhance learning, we’re here to help!
Be sure to share this list with fellow educators, parents, and students, and subscribe to our blog for more resources and tips. Let’s make this year a stepping stone to greater achievements in STEM!
Happy New Year!
Warm regards,
The Impactful Tutor Team
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