Drawing kids to STEM through unique concepts
Kevin Daniels & Jonathan Taylor
Fun In Motion Toys
- Part 1 Drawing kids to STEM through unique concepts
- Part 2Enhancing STEM learning through the physical layer
Show Notes
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01:01Fun In Motion ToysFun In Motion Toys creates toys with physical, mental, and educational benefits. They aim to provide kids with a fun way to learn and engage with STEM/STEAM concepts, and they are actively involved in getting it incorporated into families and school curriculums.
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02:28The benefits of educational toys and stealth learningFun In Motion Toys makes learning fun and engaging, helping kids learn STEM and STEAM concepts without realizing it while playing with the toys. Currently, theyre focused on integrating their toys into education, from grade school up to college.
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04:17Learning through playFun In Motion Toys' unique design encourages exploration and curiosity. For children, it creates a fun way to learn about concepts and come up with answers independently through play, as opposed to being forced to formulate an answer on paper.
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06:02Connecting play based learning to concrete conceptsThe Shashibo is a great example of Fun In Motion Toys' stealth learning approach. Kids have fun transforming the toy into different shapes, while unknowingly learning about geometric concepts like rhombic dodecahedron and volume redistribution.
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07:45Learning beyond playtimeWhile Fun In Motion Toys prioritizes screen-free play, they do offer an app with instructional videos and deeper dives into the concepts behind the toys. They are also working with a full-time educator to integrate it into schools and provide a more structured learning experience.
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10:25Math based toys for educational playFun In Motions hyper tiles building kit introduces children to non-Euclidean geometry. Ultimately, it offers a hands-on approach to building solid shapes and exploring and understanding concepts like hyperbolic paraboloids for children.
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12:34Incorporating toys into education and curriculum developmentWhile Fun In Motion Toys did not design their products specifically for education, teachers are reaching out and finding applications for the toys in their classrooms. The company is now actively developing curricula and working with educators to expand their reach into schools.
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13:53Making math playful for parents and kidsParents and teachers should explore fun, accessible, and playful approaches to math for children, instead of a forced learning experience. Fun In Motion Toys has the potential to make math more enjoyable and approachable for children and adults alike.
Quotes
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"The highest form of learning that there is learning through play. All of our toys are designed to make people happier and healthier, and get kids curious about the world around them." - Kevin Daniels & Jonathan Taylor
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"With stealth STEM and STEAM education, people don't realize they're learning while they're playing with these toys. We're chock full of that in our products." - Kevin Daniels & Jonathan Taylor
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"If we can be just a small part of that movement towards making education, specifically math, more approachable, more enjoyable, what a difference that can make." - Kevin Daniels & Jonathan Taylor
- Part 1 Drawing kids to STEM through unique concepts
- Part 2Enhancing STEM learning through the physical layer
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Part 1Drawing kids to STEM through unique concepts
Kevin Daniels and Jonathan Taylor, Co-Founder and Community Development Specialist at Fun In Motion Toys, delve into driving children’s interest in STEM learning. When children are engaged in play, they're not just having fun, they're actively absorbing information, testing boundaries, and developing critical skills. This natural curiosity and desire to explore is the foundation for a love of learning, and STEM fields in particular. Today, Kevin and Jonathan discuss drawing kids to STEM through unique concepts and play.
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Part 2Enhancing STEM learning through the physical layer
Kevin Daniels and Jonathan Taylor, Co-Founder and Community Development Specialist at Fun in Motion Toys, delve into driving children’s interest in STEM learning. There has been a growing recognition of the importance of STEM education in preparing students for the challenges of the future. Traditional methods of teaching these subjects rely heavily on textbooks and lectures, but players like Fun In Motion Toys are now exploring innovative ways to bridge the gap between play and STEM learning. Today, Kevin and Jonathan discuss enhancing STEM learning through physical activity.
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