Pi Day Coding activities
Pi day is here! Ohio State University has a few different activities for Pi day. All of them involve calculating the digits of Pi with different codes: The most basic: Pi day hour of code activity Pi Day Activity Precalculus…
Exploring Mars with Ingenuity
By Travis West, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development, Vinton County Mars Base Camp 4-H STEM Challenge is in full swing this week with the activities in the challenge kit. The kit is still available to order, but in the meantime, you…
Catapults: Launching into STEM Fun
By: Travis West, Extension Educator, 4-H Youth Development, Vinton County Catapults are a great introductory engineering project that can be accomplished with several items you might have around your house or classroom. Hands-on experiences like constructing a catapult give kids…
A Boost Against Arthritis
By Patty House, OSU Extension Educator The Problem Brian and his dad Bob suffer from arthritis. They spend hours daily behind the wheel of a tractor and truck. Their doctor suggested they purchase a new tractor seat to improve posture…
