• WHAT: PLAYfest 2021 virtual workshop on hands-on STEM learning
• WHEN: January 29 -30 (Jan. 29 – 10 am-5 pm; 7 – 9 pm CDT) and (Jan. 30 -10 am-5pm CDT). Click HERE for schedule.
• WHO: Online gathering designed for both formal and informal educators (but everyone is invited!)
• COST: Free (registration required)
• REGISTER HERE

Join the Playful Learning Lab, founded by University of St. Thomas engineering educator AnnMarie Thomas, for PLAYfest 2021, a two-day festival of free, fun professional development delivered via Zoom.

Though designed for formal and informal educators, anyone is welcome to attend. Engage in hands-on workshops, connect with others who are excited about learning through play, and hear inspiring speakers from around the world, including LEGO Foundation CEO John Goodwin, theoretical astrophysicist and columnist Katie Mack, and Nebula Award-winning author Sarah Pinsker.

Explore the schedule of speakers and workshops here: PLAYfest 2021 — The Playful Learning Lab.

Registration is REQUIRED. REGISTER HERE

Questions or concerns? Please fill out a contact form on the PLAYfest website.

Check out Playful Learning Lab STEAM activities and features from eGFI Teachers:

• • Squishy Circuits (grades 3-12)
  • OK Go! Sanbox STEAM videos
  • Kids, Tool & Making

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