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Happy International Day of Education from RAFT!
Today the world celebrates International Day of Education! Not only do we recognize the contributions of teachers, the personal development of students, and the hard work of everyone in the education field, but we also take today to recognize the role of education for the world. Education can unlock every individual’s potential and pave the…
Read MoreRAFT Makerspace Build comes to San Lucas Union School District
The rain of December took a brief hiatus to allow RAFT’s Education Team to bring the excitement of a makerspace build to San Lucas Union School District in southern Monterey County. With the support of all 75 students, they built new tool walls and shelving units to get their makerspace organized and even better than…
Read MoreRAFT’s Winter STEAM Lab Uses STEAM Activities to Take Students to the Stars
We’ve said before that it’s a great idea to kick off the new year with some STEAM learning, and we’re so happy to say that the RAFT Education Team helped the students of Luther Burbank Elementary School in San Jose do just that. In the first week of January, the team held a week-long STEAM…
Read MoreLaunch into January with our Puff Rocket STEAM Activity!
Our “Puff Rocket” is our STEAM activity of the month, and it’s the perfect kit to launch 2022 with some great STEAM learning. Like all of our quality kits, it guides you through fundamental lessons with some really fun challenges, all while being made sustainably with simple materials. Who doesn’t want to launch a rocket?…
Read MoreRAFT’s Maker Mobile Brings Hands-on STEAM Activities to Local Boys & Girls Clubs
We at RAFT are immensely glad to provide STEAM activities for the community, and one of the amazing ways we do this is with the Maker Mobile Van. Equipped with all the tools, materials, and staff necessary to bring STEAM activities everywhere it visits, it’s the perfect way to get students to engage with their…
Read MoreDiscover the Potential of STEAM Learning on National Energy Conservation Day!
Today, India celebrates National Energy Conservation Day, so let’s take a page out of their book and do the same! Turn off the lights when you leave the room, unplug any devices you’re not using, and see if you can walk, bike, or take public transportation anywhere you need to go. We at RAFT believe…
Read MoreRAFT’s STEAM Project Kit Subscription Service: Affordable and Responsible STEAM Learning Made Easy
Just two weeks ago, we at RAFT launched our brand new STEAM Project Kit Subscription Service, the perfect way to get regular access to our quality STEAM learning kits and activities. This service is the latest way for us to share our dedication to making STEAM learning more accessible and engaging. And, we believe this…
Read MoreComputer Science Education Week: Finding the STEAM Inside and Outside our Devices
Today marks the beginning of Computer Science Education Week (CSEdWeek), a week to inspire K-12 students to dive into their devices and uncover the science within. Not only this, but this week is also about promoting equity and recognizing the contributions of everyone in the computer science field, and that’s something we can totally get…
Read MoreCelebrate National Make a Gift Day with the Perfect STEAM Kit!
Today is National Make a Gift Day! That means it’s time to get creative and make something special for someone special. But what should you make? How about using our Scalloped Circle String Art Kit and use hands-on STEAM learning to make the perfect gift! Scalloped Circle String Art Kit This wonderful kit has learners…
Read More2021 Christmas Sale – Finish the Year Strong!
Excited for the holiday season? Get your holiday decor and gifts early on at RAFT during our Christmas Sale from now till December 23rd. We have a great selection of holiday items at affordable prices. Save BIG on your christmas decorations with 75% off on all of our christmas decor. Last-minute shopping for gifts for…
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