Shared Science

60,000 miles? That’s enough to circle the Earth two and a half times! Last summer, we explored how the human heart pumps blood and built models of blood vessels to investigate blood flow. We even jumped rope to get our hearts pumping faster! Valentine’s Day definitely brings our hearts to mind.

🌟 Did you know that caller ID and fiber optic cables, were made possible because of Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson’s research? 📞 Her discoveries helped improve telecommunications, which means clearer phone calls and faster internet for all of us. #BlackHistoryMonth #ShirleyAnnJackson #WomenInScience

🌟 Happy International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 🌍✨ Today, we celebrate the incredible contributions of women in STEM and inspire the next generation to dream big! 👩‍🔬 🚀💖 #WomenInScience #GirlsInSTEM #CelebrateHER

This February for Black History Month, we'd like to recognize Guion Bluford. Bluford was “the first African American to go to space on August 30, 1983...Bluford is currently president of the Aerospace Technology Group in Cleveland, Ohio.” #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackScientists #STEMHeroes

This February, we’re highlighting Valentine’s and Black History Month–themed facts and activities that show how STEM is deeply connected to heart, history, and humanity.

Olympic sports are packed with sneaky-cool physics. Here are fun STEM facts behind some of your favorite Olympic sports. 🏊‍♀️
#STEM #PhysicsForKids #OlympicsSTEM #Shared Science

From our time at Twigs to Trees 🧡🪴 We enjoyed our time bringing hands-on STEM to these littles.
#preschoolSTEM #STEMcamps #sharedscience

Save the Date 🌟
Our 13th Annual Robo-Tech Fest, Robo-Bowl Jr. will be held on May 16, 2026, in partnership with LBUSD's Robo Bowl at McBride High School.

We're inviting community organizations to host interactive booths.
Interested? Fill out our Interest form here: https://ow.ly/SOK350Y1ueS

Real impact, real voices. 💬
This testimonial from a classroom teacher reminds us why access to STEM education matters, especially for students who don’t always have access to extra academic opportunities. 🤖✨
#STEMEducation #RoboticsInSchools #EducationEquity #StudentSuccess

A huge thank you to Brenda Lovett for her incredible board service and for continuing to support Webster as a mentor in robotics and a trusted advisor. We’re so grateful for your time, guidance, and commitment to our students and community 💛

In his 1964 Nobel Prize acceptance speech, King celebrated achievements in science: "We have learned to fly the air like birds and swim the sea like fish, but we have not learned the simple art of living together as brothers.”
#MartinLutherKingJrDay #SharedScience #ScienceAndHumanity

A huge thank you to Arts Council for Long Beach and the City of Long Beach for supporting STEAM education in Long Beach! This initiative empowers our youth and inspires creativity! #STEAM #Education #LongBeach #STEAMcamps

Bring our programs to your campus! Shared Science Combo FUN STEM Sessions offer hands-on STEM activities for students (gr 1-5). There's FUN coding, robotics, tinkering and more. Contact us at info@sharedsciencefun.org

Spooky Science & Local STEM: October 2025 – Shared Science October is here, and that means cooler nights, spooky fun, and plenty of science to discover right here in Long Beach! From the warm Santa Ana winds to the glowing Hunter’s Moon, nature is full of fascinating changes this month. And since it wouldn’t be October without a little Halloween spirit, we’…

Check out this STEM activity from our 2025 blog archive! 🧪
Make glowing oobleck: https://sharedscience.org/spooky-science-local-stem-october-2025/

STEM is Blooming All Around Us! May 2025 – Shared Science As spring hits full stride, May bursts with fresh opportunities to explore the wonders of STEM. Whether you’re watching flowers bloom, spotting pollinators in action, or wondering how the days keep getting longer, there’s science happening all around you. It’s the perfect time to get curious, dig in…

Today's featured STEM Activity from our 2025 blog archive. 🐝
🐞 STEM Activities for Kids that love Bugs! https://sharedscience.org/may-2025/

Summer STEM Outside the Classroom! June 2025 – Shared Science School’s out, but science is still in session! Summer is the perfect time for kids to explore science, technology, engineering, and math through play, creativity, and everyday discoveries. Whether you’re traveling, hanging out in Long Beach, or looking for screen-free activities at home, there are c…

Today's featured STEM Activity from our 2025 blog archive. 🫧
The science behind bubbles: https://sharedscience.org/june-2025/

This NYE, we’re feeling so grateful for our curious students, dedicated educators, supportive families, and amazing community partners who make hands-on STEM learning possible. 💙 We can’t wait to create even more STEM moments in the year ahead!

#sharedscience #stemeducation #stemforkids

New Year, New STEM Adventures! January 2025 – Shared Science As the new year begins, January offers a fresh opportunity to dive into the wonders of STEM. Whether you’re bundling up for a chilly winter day or marveling at the night sky, January is packed with exciting scientific phenomena to explore. Let’s kick off the new year with curiosity and a joyful spir…

As we transition into the new year, we're taking a look back at our 2025 blog archive featuring hands-on STEM activities. Great during winter break! 💡 This featured blog is from January 2025, with a build your own simple homemade thermometer activity 🌡️: https://sharedscience.org/january-2025/

Our 13th Annual Robo-Tech Fest, Robo-Bowl Jr., is on May 16-17, 2026 in partnership with McBride High School!
Interested in hosting interactive booths? Fill out our interest form here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_N0ORS1cCTbGqGa5P1166VrpMr8ur_3dhCy5VTx2-8KUiYg/viewform

Free K–12 Curriculum for Computer Science and AI | Code.org Bring computer science and AI education to your classroom with Code.org’s free K–12 curriculum, hands-on projects, and teacher professional development—no prior experience needed.

For this Week's FREE Science, We Recommend: Code.org: Problem solving with AI Block-based animation builder activity: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O_VjO1cx-No

✨ Happy Holidays from Shared Science! Wishing you a season full of joy, wonder, and science fun ❄️🔬

📏 In the Henry Elementary STEM Lab, students explored how measuring helps us understand the world around us, from how tall something is to how long it takes to build a LEGO creation! 🧱⏱️
#sharedscience #stemeducation #stemforkids

In the Henry Elementary STEM Lab, students explored how measuring helps us understand the world around us, from how tall something is to how long it takes to build a LEGO creation! 🧱⏱️
Hands-on learning + LEGO engineering = measuring made fun!
#sharedscience #stemeducation #stemforkids

Highlights from the First Lego League Qualifying Tournament! 🏆 Check out the fun and teamwork displayed by our FLL team! 🌟
#LegoLeague #STEM #Teamwork

Congratulations to Miles for being selected as a top coach at the FFL Regional Tournament! 🎉 Thank you for your hard work and dedication! 🚀
#FFL #CoachingExcellence

Students in FFL Explore are putting the finishing touches on their culminating project and presentation. ⚙️

🌟 It’s here! Every gift today helps empower local kids to see themselves as scientists, engineers, and innovators. 💡 RoundUp your spare change or Donate now and make a difference! 💙 https://ow.ly/P3Bu50XB131

🦃💤 That post-dinner nap? Blame the carbs and full belly, not the bird! 😴🍽️
#sharedscience #stemeducation #stemforkids #thanksgivingSTEM

Did you know radar tech used in WWII helped invent the microwave? 👩‍🔬🍫 Scientist Percy Spencer discovered this by accident when the chocolate in his pocket melted near radar equipment, and that’s how we learned microwaves can cook food! ♨️

💙 Giving Tuesday is almost here, and your support helps spark STEM inspiration in young minds. 🔬✨
#sharedscience #GivingTuesday #stemeducation #longbeachlife