Hatch Announces New Kindergarten Readiness Software

Hatch Announces New Kindergarten Readiness Software

Leading early childhood education technology provider Hatch today released version 3 of its TeachSmart preschool software. Announced at the National Head Start Association (NHSA) Conference in Long Beach, CA, Hatch’s TeachSmart turns Microsoft Windows-based interactive whiteboards and multi-touch displays into educational tools. TeachSmart builds school readiness skills and seamlessly integrates…
Multisensory Active Learning Technology for Kids

Multisensory Active Learning Technology for Kids

Multisensory Fitness Inc. announced today a risk-free trial of Smart Play Pods. The free 30-day evaluation includes a wireless technology Smart Play Pod system with six portable targets for easy set up on the go. Designed for early childhood education and child care programs, Smart Play Pods combine the fun…
PBS KIDS Announces New Series: Odd Squad

PBS KIDS Announces New Series: Odd Squad

PBS KIDS announced Tuesday the production of its newest series: Odd Squad, a live-action media property designed to help kids ages 5-8 learn math. The show focuses on two young agents, Olive and Otto, who are part of the Odd Squad, an agency whose mission is to save the day…
Science-On-Wheels Encourages STEM Education

Science-On-Wheels Encourages STEM Education

To encourage underrepresented minority and female students to pursue careers in engineering and science, the Texas Alliance for Minorities in Engineering (TAME) launched the Trailblazer II. It is a 40-foot trailer loaded with interactive exhibits aimed at promoting science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education for Texas youth—during a special…
Lego Mindstorms Platform for Classrooms

Lego Mindstorms Platform for Classrooms

The Lego Mindstorms Education EV3 platform will begin shipping August 1, 2013. The education platform is now available in the U.S. for educators to preorder. Announced in January 2013, the Lego Mindstorms Education EV3 platform is the third generation of LEGO Education robotics technology designed for classroom use. It is…
Famed Astronaut Lands at Children’s Museum

Famed Astronaut Lands at Children’s Museum

The world's well-known children's museum is over the moon about its first Extraordinary Scientist-in-Residence, former astronaut Dr. David Wolf.  Adding to the excitement is an announcement of a new partnership with Purdue University. The new Extraordinary Scientist-in-Residence at The Children's Museum of Indianapolis will bring the real-world experience of space…
Fresh & Easy Help Comes for Schools

Fresh & Easy Help Comes for Schools

Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market announced Wednesday that it is giving more than $2.1 million to local schools through its fifth-annual Shop for Schools program. Over 2,700 schools in Arizona, California and Nevada participated in the fundraising program, which ran from September 12th to December 31st. Fresh & Easy also…