What if kids, especially girls, really believed they could grow up and be anything? Laurie Wallmark was one of those kids, and so are the women she’s written about.Laurie is a full-time, award winning children’s book author, and she “loves it.” Some previous jobs she’s held are software engineer, owner of a mail order company (she had a bookstore on the Web before Amazon did!), and computer science professor.Laurie's latest book CODE BREAKER, SPY HUNTER: HOW ELIZEBETH FRIEDMAN CHANGED THE COURSE OF TWO WORLD WARS tells the exciting story of how a cryptographer helped capture rum runners and break up Nazi spy rings. The back matter shows kids how they can crack the code and exchange secret messages with their friends. Scattered throughout the book's illustrations are hidden messages for kids to find and decode. For those who want to learn more, the back matter also includes a description of how codes and ciphers work, as well as information about cryptography today. Readers will learn how to keep their information safe, whether shopping online, surfing the web, or simply texting. Her other #WomenInSTEM picture book biographies are:NUMBERS IN MOTION: SOPHIE KOWALEVSKI, QUEEN OF MATHEMATICIANHEDY LAMARR’S DOUBLE LIFEGRACE HOPPER: QUEEN OF COMPUTER CODEADA BYRON LOVELACE AND THE THINKING MACHINELearn more about Laurie on Ep 174 of the STEM Everyday PodcastConnect with Laurie:Website lauriewallmark.comSTEAM Team Books website steamteambooks.comTwitter @lauriewallmarkFacebook facebook.com/lauriewallmarkauthorChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website dailystem.comTwitter @dailystemInstagram @dailystemYouTubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on Amazon Support the show

Code is the new literacy. Six hundred years ago, most people couldn’t read. In 1440, the invention of the printing press laid the groundwork for massive increases in literacy and ushered in the modern era. Today, computers and the internet are causing a similar tectonic shift. Reading and writing are foundational skills, and in our digital world, coding is too. But coding can be intimidating to learn. What is code? Where do you even start? In Read Write Code, Jeremy Keeshin demystifies the world of computers, starting at the beginning to explain the basic building blocks of today’s tech: programming, the internet, data, apps, the cloud, cybersecurity, algorithms, artificial intelligence, and more. As CEO and Co-founder of odeHS, Keeshin has helped teach coding to millions of students over the last decade. Complex concepts are explained in friendly and engaging ways, with interactive examples and practical tips. This book is a must-read for modern educators and anyone who wants to understand why code matters today.Jeremy Keeshin is the CEO and Co-founder of CodeHS, the leading coding education platform for schools used by millions of students. He is an expert in computer science education and education technology, and he has visited hundreds of schools all over the world. Prior to starting CodeHS, he taught computer science at Stanford. Learn more at readwritecodebook.comFind out more about the programs at  CodeHS.comConnect with Jeremy:Twitter @jkeeshWebsite jeremykeeshin.comLinkedInChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website dailystem.comTwitter @dailystemInstagram @dailystemYouTubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on Amazon Support the show

Cybersecurity is more than just stopping hackers. Adding cybersecurity learning to a classroom can help kids experience more practical hands-on learning and expose them to careers they never dreamed of.A new report reveals that cybersecurity is a growing issue for K-12 schools around the country, with about 19 bills introduced in 2020 to help schools with issues related to cyber.With millions of children across the country learning online and schools being a top target of cyber-attacks, now is a critical time for cybersecurity education—for teachers on down to kindergarteners. A recently released benchmark report on the state of cybersecurity education in K-12 schools, shows that less than 50% of students in the U.S. have access to cybersecurity education today.Kevin Nolten, the director of CYBER.ORG, a cybersecurity workforce development organization, shares why it's vital for K-12 schools to get cybersecurity education in the hands of more teachers and students. He also shares the importance of basic cyber skills for all and how cybersecurity education can fill the growing cybersecurity workforce gap (expected to reach 1.8 million open jobs by 2022). The free resources available on CYBER.ORG are tailored to help any age student learn more about the challenges of cybersecurity.Connect with Kevin:Website: CYBER.ORGTwitter: @cyber_dot_orgTwitter: @KevinNoltenChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:Website: dailystem.comTwitter: @dailystemInstagram: @dailystemYouTube: youtubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on Amazon Support the show

Erik has thought a lot about how to get kids building a growth mindset through homework that truly enhances learning and isn't just busywork. His new book, 12 Characteristics of Deliberate Homework, defines what deliberate homework looks like and provides relevant, actionable suggestions to guide your homework decisions. You'll uncover how to think through these 12 characteristics of homework: reasonable completion timethe right level of complexityappropriate frequencyserves a specific purposealigns with learning targetsguided by a learning mindsetcontains a thoughtful formatfits the learning sequencecommunicated clearlyfollowed by feedbackuses grades to guide progressimplementation is consistentErik Youngman, Ed.D, is a father and the Director of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment in Libertyville, IL. He's also an author & advocate for growth mindset, continuous learning, feedback, metacognition, & innovation.Get a copy of 12 Characteristics of Deliberate HomeworkLearn more about Erik:Twitter: twitter.com/erik_youngman Blog on TeachBetter: teachbetter.com/author/erik-youngman/Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

EarthEcho International, the global nonprofit founded on the belief that youth have the power to change our planet, is accepting submissions for the 2021 OurEcho Challenge until April 22, 2021.  The STEM competition is designed to engage young problem solvers in studying, respecting and protecting the diversity of species and ecosystems that make life on earth possible. Teams of middle school students, guided by a teacher or mentor, are challenged to address the decline in biodiversity by identifying threats to natural resources in their communities and developing innovative solutions. The competition is made possible through the support of Aramco Americas. To learn more, please visit ourechochallenge.org.   “During last year’s inaugural OurEcho Challenge we were blown away by the ingenuity, passion and determination of young leaders ready, willing and able to take on the growing global decline of biodiversity,” said Philippe Cousteau, Jr., founder of EarthEcho International. “The Challenge provides students with a platform to turn their love of nature into a plan of action to support the diverse native species and habitats that exist in their own communities and to inspire others to do the same.”This spring, EarthEcho will select 10 finalist teams to compete for three project grants ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 to turn their ideas into reality.  Sign up for the challenge OurEchoChallenge.org Learn more about EarthEcho:Website: earthecho.orgFacebook: facebook.com/earthecho  Twitter: twitter.com/earthecho Instagram: instagram.com/earthechoChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

Did you know that our planet is over 70% covered by ocean? Maybe it should be called Ocean instead of Earth.Patricia Newman wrote Planet Ocean to share the story of what happens in the ocean. Patricia has also written a number of books with a nature theme to help educators combine STEM & Literacy in their classrooms and to help parents get their kids reading about STEM at home.Learn more about the book Planet OceanConnect with Patricia:Website patriciamnewman.comFind the educator resourcesChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

Joshua is a Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at Michigan Tech. He currently runs the Michigan Tech in Open Sustainability Technology (MOST) group and is also an adjunct professor in Mech and at Queens University, Canada where I run the Queens Applied Sustainability Group. Joshua's new book is designed for people interested in making and creating. It's filled with ways to save money by making use of free and open-source technologies on a wide range of products. There are chapters that cover how to make scientific tools for STEM, become a citizen scientist, and info on how to get free books on every subject imaginable. The book also covers the potential of DIY manufacturing and recycling projects that are appropriate for kids and can boost STEM education. Get the new new book Create, Share, and Save Money Using Open-SourceProjectsConnect with Joshua:Website appropedia.org/Category:MOSTTwitter @profpearceChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

Emily just wants to help make STEM practical, simple, and easy enough for every classroom and every family to experience STEM learning together. Her new book 15-Minute STEM Part 2  is filled with 40 simple projects to get kids making and creating. Emily Hunt is an experienced primary school teacher whose role as a science subject leader at a school in Bristol ignited a passion for promoting STEM education. During a recent year abroad in the USA she developed a popular website and blog offering STEM activities and advice for educators working with the primary age range. She also worked within the US education system to deliver science outreach, and holds a master's in education from the University of Cambridge.Get the new 15-Minute STEM Part 2 BookAlso check out the original 15-Minute STEM BookConnect with Emily:Website howtostem.co.ukTwitter @HowToSTEMChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

Kids love superheroes. They know that superheroes solve big problems, and they want to solve big problems too.  Shari & Matt Brady are super educators who contributed to DC Comic's first STEM themed comic book Flash Facts!Flash Facts—DC’s newest middle grade graphic novel—takes readers ages 8-12 on 10 thrilling adventures, mixing heroic tales of DC Super Heroes with valuable lessons in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). The anthology is curated by Big Bang Theory star, author, and scientist Mayim Bialik, PhD, and is written and drawn by some of the biggest names in middle grade and comics publishing! A first of its kind for DC, Flash Facts is a unique pairing of STEM, comics, and DC Super Heroes. The book provides a helpful bridge between lessons taught inside the classroom and our everyday lives by demonstrating some of the most kid-approved subjects like virtual reality, 3-D printing, forensics, space and so much more, through iconic DC characters like Batman, the Flash, Supergirl and Cyborg who use STEM as part of their hero identity.In the age of at-home learning, parents and teachers can feel at ease giving Flash Facts to their aspiring superheroes knowing the book was vetted by a team of educational experts to ensure scientific accuracy. After reading, kids and families can put their newfound STEM knowledge to the test with a collection of fun, super-heroic science experiments at the back of the book.Find out more about the Flash Facts book:Get a copy or learn more at dccomics.com/graphic-novels/flash-factsTrailer for the book Flash Facts: Ten Terrific Tales about Science and TechnologyConnect with Shari & Matt:Website thescienceof.orgTwitter @scienceof_orgChris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show

Growing up, Miriam's dad wanted her to go into computer science. She thought that computers were gray and boring. "It took me 30 years to find the creative and human side of technology and I don't want the same to happen to our children."As a coding teacher, Miriam Tocino has taught hundreds of students to switch their careers into tech. TELLING STORIES has helped her to make abstract concepts accessible and keep kids engaged.As the author of the Zerus & Ona books, Miriam aims to bring what she learned during her days as a teacher into people's homes and help spark children's curiosity for the world of computers.Find out more about the Zerus and Ona books:Website zerusandona.comTwitter @zerusandonaSubscribe to the newsletter & get a free resource download zerusandona.com/pages/dailystemConnect with MiriamTwitter @miriamtocinoemail miriam@zerusandona.com(the other book Miriam mentioned in the episode: Ada Lovelace, Poet and Scientist)Chris Woods is the host of the STEM Everyday Podcast... Connect with him:dailystem.comtwitterinstagramyoutubeGet Chris's book Daily STEM on AmazonSupport the show