Have you ever wondered if you could make a real lightsaber? Mystery Science Guide Jay Flores took a visit to Disney’s Hollywood Studios where he was able to see toy lightsabers being made and learn more about the Star Wars: Force for Change philanthropic initiative! Join Jay as he takes you on a journey to understand if you could bring the epic Star Wars lightsabers from toys to reality!

STEM, Mystery ScienceJay FloresMarch 15, 2022Mystery Science, STEM, FIRSTComment

How Were LEGO Bricks Invented?

Have you ever wondered how LEGO bricks were invented? Mystery Science Guide Jay Flores took a visit to LEGO in Billund, Denmark where he was able to explore the LEGO House experience zones, tour the manufacturing floor where LEGO bricks are created and spend some time with a LEGO historian! He was able to see some of the original LEGO wooden toys along with their first plastic injection molding machine! Join Jay as he takes you on a journey to understand how and WHY LEGO bricks were invented!

STEM, Mystery ScienceJay FloresSeptember 17, 2021Mystery Science, LEGO, FIRST LEGO LeagueComment

Changing The Game

These exciting interviews with athletes, experts and brands are inspiring young minds by uncovering the STEM in the sports they love. STEM is a way in which all students can “go pro” in the sport they are passionate about. Future innovators inspired by this series will change the game beyond the court! Here are some of the problems our superstar a few of our guests have challenged youth to solve!

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It's Not Magic It's Science!

I'm using the entertainment factor of magic to increase excitement and awareness in STEM. Each experiment is as entertaining as it is educational and is fun for all ages. I've designed each one with equity and access in mind so the majority of the experiments can be completed with low-cost items that you have at home or with materials that you can easily order on Amazon for only a few dollars. You won't believe how much excitement you can spark with so little. It's the presentation that makes this series uniquely inspiring!

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Four Things I Learned about PLAY During my Visit to the Birthplace of LEGO

When young people are engaged in playful STEM activities they ignite their natural curiosity, grow their knowledge, and develop habits of learning. When educators nurture these NATURAL BORN SCIENTISTS they build a bridge between the real world, STEM skills, language and literacy!

STEMJay FloresOctober 4, 2018STEM, Play, Education, LearningComment

Inspiring Interest in STEM in a World That is Rapidly Changing

In a world that’s rapidly changing, and one where we don’t necessarily know what skills will be essential even a few years from now – an interest in problem solving is key.

STEMJay FloresOctober 18, 2017STEM, FIRST Comment