Introduction

My name is Rachel. I am a graduate student in Engineering and Technology Education. I am passionate about encouraging young girls to pursue interests in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). I believe one way to encourage interest in STEM, is to expose young girls to hands-on activities. These activities create a positive experience for girls to get them motivated about design and creativity.

I have been volunteering at rural and suburban libraries planning and teaching small, after school, hands-on programs that are free to local grade school students.  These programs foster creative problem solving by allowing children the opportunity to learn and apply engineering and technology concepts that they may not normally be exposed to at home or at school. This blog will highlight activities that I design and implement. 

I have been putting the programs and activities together with my own money but that limits the amount of materials and activities these students can participate in. I have started a gofundme account to help with the monetary demands. Please help me create the best possible experience for the children in my after school library programs. My hope is travel to several libraries across the state and soon, other states.
http://www.gofundme.com/engineer_females