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Mining Arty Gems in STEAM

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Welcome to a Trailblazer Route!

View Route Map (PDF)

 

How This Works

Blaze a trail through the Solutions Hub Expo at the co-located ISTELive 26 and ASCD Annual 26 conference! This guided journey will take you to selected innovative exhibitors focused on STEM tools. Here's how to participate:

     1. Start at the Trailblazer Base Camp (Booth #2269) where our team will welcome you.

     2. Visit the Trailhead counters to pick up a physical map of this route -- or create your own.

     3. Collect conversation guide at the Trailhead to guide your vendor discussion.

     4. Speak with at least two vendors on your route using at least 2 of the questions provided.

     5. Return to Booth #2269 to share what you learned.

     6. Spin the prize wheel to win a premium insulated tumbler or other exciting swag.

 

Meet Your Guide 

 

Paula Don, FMR Director Gifted/Enrichment & STEAM

Providing the tools and opportunities for students to share their ideas and vision is critical. When we allow students the choice in how they express themselves, we enhance positive SEL as well as a sense of purpose and engagement in every child. Check out these hidden gems that address multiple learning styles, artistic expression, and creativity, alongside some offerings from well-known providers.

 

View Full Route Map

Booth numbers occasionally change. For the most current booth locations, browse the interactive expo map.

 

🚏 Stop 1

Padlet - Booth 2268

 

🚏 Stop 2

The Padcaster - Booth 1263

WeWillWrite - Booth 1568

 

🚏 Stop 3

Adobe (Express) - Booth 1729

Kami/Book Creator - Booth 1909

Canva Education - Booth 1916

 

🚏 Stop 4

ActiveFloor - Booth 2300

 

🚏 Stop 5

Figma for Education - Booth 2428

 

🚏 Stop 6

3Doodler - Booth 2700

Makers Empire - Booth 2909

 

🚏 Stop 7

Urban Arts - Booth 2923

Primera Technology - Booth 3018

 

🚏 Stop 8

Brown Dog Gadgets - Booth 2747

Twinkl - Booth 2749

 

🚏 Stop 9

Nurcs Craft Stick Connectors - Booth 2669

 

🏁 Stop 10

Clixo - Booth 2450

Chibitronics - Booth 2452

Aqua by Adobe - Booth 2454

Makedo - Booth 2549

 

Return to Booth #2269 for Swag and Refreshments!

 

These routes are created by ISTE+ASCD educators. ISTE+ASCD does not select or endorse any organizations or products on the Solutions Hub Expo floor. 

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