https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb By Paige Regnier en-us 2017-09-16 00:31:20 UTC 2025-12-02 23:39:28 UTC hello@padlet.com paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113725 This is a picture of part of the Mayan ruins in Tulum, Mexico. This building is thought to have been built over 3,000 years ago! A lot of great STEM was involved in making this temple. Technology back in that time involved tools harder than iron. The Mayan invention of hydraulic cement and the construction of cast in place concrete structures, enabled the Maya to build their great high-rise cities. This durable material enabled the structures to withstand more than most buildings would today. Engineering, technology, science, and math, were all important factors in designing buildings that would withstand hurricanes and earthquakes. ]]> 2017-09-16 00:33:28 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113725 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113793 2017-09-16 00:35:44 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113793 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113817 This is a picture of an old telephone booth in Galveston, Texas. Technology and science were used to develop a phone booth that allows people to call anyone they want. Engineering was used to develop a safe enclosure for people to enter to make a call. It also protects the phone itself. Math was used to determine the dimensions of the telephone booth. ]]> 2017-09-16 00:36:30 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113817 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113846 This is a picture of the many slides that are on Carnival Cruise ships. This is an example of stem because not only did it take an engineer to build the shape of the slides, but it also took a lot of science and mathematics. Many tests had to be done to ensure that the slides would work properly. Scientists would have to change variables, run trials, and make adjustments with each test. Math would be used to determine the curves of the slide, angles, and the width and lengths of each portion of the slide. Math would also be used to determine the amount of water that would be needed for the slide to work. Technology could also be used to test slides without having to build them. Technology is also used in a lot of slides through lights in the dark tunnels and to show that a person has finished with the slide.]]> 2017-09-16 00:37:41 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113846 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113869 This is a sailboat that we saw in Cancun, Mexico. You were allowed to walk onto the ship and explore! A lot of engineering and math was used to build this massive boat. The sails were very complex and involved different angles and dimensions to ensure that they would work properly. I'm sure science and technology were used to create this ship and to ensure the best materials were chosen to fight off weathering and to ensure that the sailboat could float.]]> 2017-09-16 00:38:25 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113869 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113971 This rainbow was captured in McPherson, Kansas. The fundamental process at work in a rainbow is refraction. Refraction means the bending of light. Light bends (or changes directions) when it travels from one medium to another. This happens because light travels at different speeds in different mediums. I don't know about you, but this sure sounds like a lot of science! If you also direct your attention to the bottom half of the picture you will see a very, structured, engineered, mathematical looking, fence. This whole picture gives us STEM. We just have to take a closer look.]]> 2017-09-16 00:42:04 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113971 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113977 This photo was taken by NASA in outer space of the solar eclipse that we all witnessed a couple weeks ago. This photo was taken by cameras and high tech telescopes that are mounted on the 11 spacecraft. To be able to even take this photo, STEM must be used. Engineers came up with a design for a camera that would work and last in space. Science was used to test different materials to make the camera out. Math was used to program the camera and to allow it to do different functions.]]> 2017-09-16 00:42:33 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188113977 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114005 2017-09-16 00:43:47 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114005 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114183 This is a picture of a new playground that was built for a church in Salina, Kansas. STEM was used to construct this playground. Scientists had to test and figure out which materials are the most durable not only with weight, but also with weather. Engineers than came up with a fun and functional playground that would fit into this area. Math and technology would be intertwined with not only the building of the playground, but also with the testing. ]]> 2017-09-16 00:47:57 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114183 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114249 This is part of another Carnival cruise ship. On each deck there is a big screen T.V. that plays music and videos during the day, then movies at night. Obviously there is a lot of technology going on with the screen being able to play videos, music, and even show activities that are going on in another part of the ship. Engineering was also used to build the big screen into essentially a wall on the ship. Math was used to figure out how big the screen had to be so that everyone on the ship could see it. They also had to take into account how heavy the screen would be and what the weight parameters were for having it on a ship that needs to float. ]]> 2017-09-16 00:49:42 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114249 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114299 This is a picture of my dog, Cricket. In the backseat of my car, I have a "dog canopy." This ensures that my dog will not scratch my seats and keeps her from getting into the front seat....most of the time. This device involves a lot of STEM. First, science would be used to test out different materials that would prevent a dogs claws from scratching the seats. Math and engineering would be used to come up with a design that would prohibit the dog from coming up into the front seat and also protect the seats. Math would be needed to determine the length and width the material would need to be. Technology would be used to mass produce this product so that it could be sold to dog owners everywhere.]]> 2017-09-16 00:51:23 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114299 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114332 2017-09-16 00:52:21 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188114332 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188115339 So let's talk about makeup. Makeup. Every girls best friend. So many colors, so many brands, so many options, and so much STEM. Okay, so hear me out. Makeup seems fairly simple to most people, but let me tell you there is a bunch of STEM involved with making these beautiful little lipsticks. I like to think of designing makeup as a cross between chemistry and cooking. Makeup brands play with chemicals, balance out ratios, use trial and error, change variables to correct pigments, and so much more just to come up with the perfect shade. Engineering is even used to come up with efficient containers for the makeup to be held in! ]]> 2017-09-16 01:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188115339 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188115455 Pictured is a Bevi cup that allows your drinks to stay warm or cold. Science and technology was used to test different materials and determine which material works the best in maintaining temperature of different beverages. Math is involved with the different sizes of cups. Also the size determines how many ounces you are drinking by using that cup. Engineering was used to make a sleek, efficient, design that incorporated the specific materials that are needed to to keep a drink cool or warm.  ]]> 2017-09-16 01:24:16 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188115455 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188166542 This is a couple pictures of my dog Cricket. She broke her leg by running into a tree.....long story.....Anyways she had to undergo surgery and was in a cast for about 6 months. This whole process involved x-rays, surgery, pain meds, various casts, and of course the "cone of shame" that Cricket is wearing in the top right picture. This whole process involved a ton of science, technology, math, and engineering. A few examples include the pain medicine that were given to Cricket. Math was involved to make sure that Cricket was given the correct dosage based on her weight. Engineering and science was used to construct a durable material for a cast that would last when a dog is walking outside. Someone also had to come up with a device that would keep a dog from picking at the cast or sores. This also involves science, math, and engineering. ]]> 2017-09-16 18:05:49 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188166542 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188170890 This sunflower field was captured at Grinter Farms in Lawrence, Kansas. At first glance you may just think that this is just a really good photo of the "Sunflower State." But in order for someone to take a photo this beautiful, we have to appreciate and understand how STEM was used to create this beautiful sunflower field. First, math was was used to create rows to plant the sunflowers. Science, technology, and engineering are used to water the sunflowers, so that they will grow to their full potential. With the sunflower itself, math is used. The giant flowers are one of the most obvious, as well as the prettiest, demonstrations of a hidden mathematical rule shaping the patterns of life: the Fibonacci sequence, a set in which each number is the sum of the previous two (1, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, 144). In this case, the telltale sign is the number of different seed spirals on the sunflower's face. Count the clockwise and counterclockwise spirals that reach the outer edge, and you'll usually find a pair of numbers from the sequence: 34 and 55, or 55 and 89,]]> 2017-09-16 19:17:11 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188170890 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188171747 2017-09-16 19:34:08 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188171747 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188172830 This is a tanning bed at Suntana Salons called an Open Sun Bed. With the help of STEM, this bed allows people to tan without burning. What essentially happens is that the UVB rays, which are the rays in the sun that cause people to burn, are filtered out. This means that tanners are able to get tan very quickly without the fear of burning. STEM comes into play with the whole design of the bed. Not only is technology used to filter the UVB rays, but it is also used to run the bed and allow fans, and radios to function. An engineer came up with the specific design to enhance the tanning process. Math was used to create different technology and to figure out correct dimensions for the bed. ]]> 2017-09-16 19:53:16 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188172830 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188173273 2017-09-16 20:00:04 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188173273 paige_regnier https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188173306 This is a picture of me "hanging out" in the forest of Tulum, Mexico. Hammocks involve STEM because it takes engineering to come up with a design that is functional and allows a person to lay down while being in the air. It also involves math and science. You must run trials and figure out what material or yarn work the best for holding a full grown person. You also need to figure out specific dimensions to create a standard for hammocks to be made. Technology could be used to mass produce these hammocks. ]]> 2017-09-16 20:00:51 UTC https://padlet.com/paige_regnier/of5wvc9azvqb/wish/188173306