STEM Success: Engaging Children in STEM Education from Preschool to High School

STEM is an approach to learning that highlights science, technology, engineering, and math with hands-on experiences that encourage problem-solving, critical thinking, logical reasoning, and teamwork. STEM activities help children develop resilience and a growth mindset. STEM does not have to be complicated or time-consuming. It can even be added as passive programming. Use STEM events to engage local schools and create partnerships with community organizations. 

In this workshop we will:

• Find out what STEM is and why there is buzz about it.
• Learn how children of all ages engage with STEM.
• Try hands-on STEM activities. 
• Discover how to include STEM in your existing programming.
• Explore ways to use STEM to engage schools and create community partnerships. 

Tanya Moesel is an experienced and enthusiastic librarian and educator with a heart for communities and individuals. She has a desire to share the joy of libraries and literacy with everyone she meets. After teaching in public elementary schools and spending a few years homeschooling, she began working in a library children’s room. This launched her into a new career as a children’s librarian. She has worked in libraries for nine years, receiving her MLIS in 2021. She is currently the Head of Youth Services at Rodgers Memorial Library in Hudson, NH.

This presentation is sponsored by the NHLA Paralibrarian Section and is open to members and non-members. 

Cost:  $15 NHLA Paralibrarian members  $25 NHLA members/guest

Payment can be made via credit card online, or check.

If paying by check, please make payable to "NHLA" Paralibrarians and mail to: Tammy McCracken at Wadleigh Memorial LIbrary

Registration deadline:  September 17, 2026

Payment must be received prior to the start of class

Please read the NHLA Cancellation policy before registering.

Questions? Contact Hope Garner, NHLA Paralibrarian Education Chair  at libraryadvocate62@gmail.com