Smart List | 40 STEM Networks and Maker Resources

If you’re anything like us, you’re always looking for new inexpensive (or better yet, free) resources that can introduce more students to STEM and maker education. There are a lot out there, but the really useful ones can be hard to find.

Here are 40 resources that we think are doing a great job of expanding access and pushing the envelope.

Maker Resources

STEM Networks & Resources

State STEM Networks

We’re sure we missed some great resources. What would you add? Share in the comments section below, and don’t forget to check out our other recent Smart Lists at our Smart List Series Page.

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2 Comments

krishi
12/14/2017

Thanks for this smart list. Keep it up

Rachel
5/14/2023

Thanks for a great list! I love doing STEM activities with Lincoln Logs in my Kindergarten classroom.

https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Wooden-Blocks-Wooden-Logs-Construction-Challenge-Cards-STEM-Engineering-K-2-8129678

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