Incorporating learning time with family time has been shown to have a positive impact on learners of all ages. Not only does it increase attendance and graduation rates, but it also provides opportunities to develop essential social and emotional learning skills. But where to begin?

At EiE, we know that families play an essential role in education, especially in the fields of science, technology, engineering, and computer science. Check out these findings about the importance of family involvement and engagement in a child’s learning.

 Research has shown that direct family involvement in learning has a significant impact on a student's academic achievement and future goals. That’s why we’ve created EiE Families! Designed for families with kids ages 4 to 11, our new online experience includes at-home and on-the-go activities to support learning wherever you are. Improved accessibility features on the site like interactive read-alouds, animations, and more make learning more engaging, and fun. EiE Families also offers detailed instructions to support educators in hosting their own community STEM event. 

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! From Pre-K through graduation and beyond, in classrooms, out-of-school time and during informal learning moments, teachers help shape our understanding of the world around us. We couldn’t be more grateful for the work you do and the impact you have — from all of us at EiE, thank you!

Now’s the time to start thinking about summer, and summer learning! Get ready for the summer with activities for out-of-school and at-home STEM learning.