STEM Spark

Creator of STEM Spark, Engineer, Parent, Writer of Annie Aardvark (and more), Rheumatoid Arthritis Warrior, and member of SWE, 12x12 and SCBWI. she/her

[STEM Spark @STEMSpark]

Looking for a #holiday gift? Consider buying an Annie Aardvark book! #picturebook #ChildrensBooks #STEM #STEMed #womeninstem #STEMeducation https://t.co/CMGZZqxLAs

[NASA @NASA]

Ahh… blue lagoon 🏖️

This deep-blue sea of gas and dust—called Messier 8 or the Lagoon Nebula—is a hotbed of star formation. The young stars within the nebula emit rays of high-energy light, including X-rays shown in pink by @chandraxray.

[Arizona Science Center @azsciencecenter]

🎃 Science Skele-bration is officially underway at Arizona Science Center!

From daring demonstrations to frightfully fun activities and special activations, discover the science behind Halloween daily from 10:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.—now through October 31.

Get ready to explore the wonderfully weird side science behind Halloween ➡️ https://t.co/PfZvANRVIX

[KIDLIT411 @KIDLIT411]

We are pleased to host a giveaway of the picture book, DELE & AMINATA'S JOLLOF WAR by Yewande Daniel-Ayoade, illustrated by Bri Marie McNish (Owl Kids Books).

To enter, L + RP and confirm your entry in our Friday weekly: https://t.co/crRQfXU6fm (+ more ways to win)

[SWE @SWEtalk]

Introducing Fast Forward, SWE’s new nine-month virtual leadership program for mid-career women in engineering and technology.

Build confidence & grow your leadership through coaching, peer mentoring & sponsorship.

Learn more: https://t.co/oFcvgmXKx9

#SWE #LeadershipDevelopment

[Hubble @NASAHubble]

What's in a wavelength?

Different "types" of light unveil different data about our universe. Hubble detects visible light, along with some near-infrared wavelengths that "cut through" clouds of gas and dust, as seen in this view of the Pillars of Creation ⬇️

[Hubble @NASAHubble]

Just passing through...

Today, Earth's orbit passes between the Sun and Saturn. That means Saturn is opposite the Sun in our sky, so it's at "opposition" – the perfect time to catch a glimpse of the ringed planet.

For more October skywatching tips: https://t.co/IJbLPf5zuY

[National Geographic Animals @NatGeoAnimals]

Bear? ❌ Cat? ❌ Monkey? ❌ Binturong! ✅ With sharp claws, a prehensile tail, and a healthy appetite... binturongs make themselves at home in the treetops.

#WildVietnam is now streaming on @DisneyPlus and @hulu.

[Arizona Science Center @azsciencecenter]

Explore the cave. Discover the life within 🦇

It’s the CaveScape you loved this summer, now featuring live cave-dwelling animals with the addition of Hidden Habitats: Life in the Caves!

Get ready for an unforgettable adventure that reveals the science, engineering, and natural wonders waiting to be explored beneath the surface ➡️ https://t.co/ZiqP5l7rEo

[STEM Spark @STEMSpark]

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[NASA @NASA]

Welcome aboard! 🙌

After nearly eight hours in flight, Crew-13 arrived at the @Space_Station, where they will spend the next several months conducting experiments on science and tech to benefit life on Earth and in space.

[World and Science @WorldAndScience]

Gorgeous: one view, several celestial wonders.

The Flame Nebula, the glowing reflection nebula NGC 2023 and the ghostly Horsehead share this spectacular view of Orion.

(Video by WorldAndScience - Credit: ESO/J. Emerson/VISTA. Acknowledgment: Cambridge Astronomical Survey Unit)

[KIDLIT411 @KIDLIT411]

We are pleased to host a giveaway of the picture book, TURKEY ON THE RUN by @alayne_kay illustrated by Neha Rawat (Flamingo Books) out on Sept. 29.

To enter, L + RP and confirm your entry in our Friday weekly: https://t.co/gU5eXwkTui (+ more ways to win)

[SWE @SWEtalk]

One week left to support the SWENext Back to School campaign!

Your donation helps create opportunities for pre-college students to explore STEM and see the careers that could be part of their future.

Donate by Sept. 30: https://t.co/nEMgyzgiGZ

#SWENext #FutureEngineers #STEM

[KIDLIT411 @KIDLIT411]

We are pleased to host a giveaway of the middle grade book, WHERE THE LIGHT SHINES IN by Jenny Mattern (@JollyFishPress) out Sept. 29.

To enter, L + RP and confirm your entry in our Friday weekly: https://t.co/gU5eXwkTui

[STEM Spark @STEMSpark]

Congrats!

[SWE @SWEtalk]

Congratulations to the 2026 SWE Awards recipients! 🎉

This year’s honorees are making an impact across engineering, technology, leadership and service.

Meet the recipients we’ll celebrate at #WE26 this November: https://t.co/NWWZ2t9CR5

#SWEAwards #RadiateChange

[Taylor McCoy 🦖 @TM9380]

I deeply saddened to hear the Academy of Natural Sciences museum, the oldest natural history museum in America, will be shutting its doors for good at the end of the month. A massive loss to both the scientific and local communities

[Arizona Science Center @azsciencecenter]

If you’re searching for fun things to do in Phoenix this Labor Day, look no further—Arizona Science Center will be ✨ OPEN ✨ for business!

With four levels of permanent and traveling exhibitions, Guests of all ages never tire of exploring our 140,000 square feet of air-conditioned amazement 🔬

Learn more & plan ahead for your visit ➡️ https://t.co/Y3XjcHOono

[NASA @NASA]

A partial lunar eclipse will pass over the Americas—and parts of Europe and Africa—tomorrow night! It will reach its peak around 12:12am ET (0412 UTC) on Thursday, Aug. 28.

More info: https://t.co/deDCMRSq74

[Phoenix Zoo @phoenixzoo]

In honor of National Dog Day, we are excited to announce Tails on the Trails! 🐶

Take your furry friend out for a Zoo day of their very own. Learn more at https://t.co/oHZWeL4Z6g

#NationalDogDay

[Hubble @NASAHubble]

Spread your wings 🪽

An aging star at the center of the nebula Hen 2-437 casts off spectacularly symmetrical lobes of gas.

Hen 2-437 resides in the faint northern constellation of Vulpecula (The Fox): https://t.co/9W4NWqD4Hh

[Phoenix Zoo @phoenixzoo]

Less than a month into being flamingos.. it's harder than it looks! 🦩