The North Dakota State Library has received several grants to assist in helping spread STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) education across the state. These kits are available to individuals, libraries and organizations with a valid library card. Some kits have exceptions imposed by grant restrictions. These kits can be used in library Makerspaces and programming, STEM clubs, coding clubs, and by families wanting to spread the love of STEM to their children. From robots and chemistry to telescopes and lawn games, there is a STEM kit for every age, skill level, and interest. Use the tabs to the left to explore the kits and reserve your kit today!
Thank you to the following programs that made the STEM kits possible:
This STEM initiative was made possible by the collaboration of the Air Force STEM Program and Grand Forks Air Force Base, School Liaison Office. The mission of the Air Force K-12 STEM program is to inspire and develop student interest in Department of Defense STEM education and careers. The Air Force provides numerous K-12 STEM outreach opportunities to K-12 students both on Air Force bases and in the local communities. For more information on Air Force STEM programs, visit https://dafstem.us/ or Facebook at AirForceSTEM.
NASA@ My Library is a project of The National Center for Interactive Learning at the Space Science Institute, in partnership with the Chief Officers of State Library Agencies, American Library Association Public Programs Office, the Pacific Science Center, Cornerstones of Science, and Education Development Center. The four state library project partners are: Washington State Library, North Dakota State Library, the Library of Michigan, and South Carolina State Library.
Many of these resources and programs are funded under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.