Blog - Inventionland Education

National STEM Day (November 8) is the perfect spark for curiosity. But what if that spark became a flame that burned all year long? Inventionland Education’s Innovation Science Course helps elementary, middle, and high school classrooms do exactly that. Built around hands-on invention, real-world problem solving, and student creativity, the course turns National STEM Day into a year-round event.

Are you searching for a fresh way to bring STEM to life in your school or district? Inventionland Education’s award-winning applied STEM curriculum goes beyond textbooks and theory, empowering students to think like inventors, problem solvers, and innovators.

In this exclusive Hall of Innovators podcast, hosted by George Davison, creator of Inventionland and host of Tomorrow’s World Today, George sits down with Grove City Middle School principal Larry Connelly and educator Karen Garland to talk about the transformative impact of the Inventionland Education Applied STEM Innovation Curriculum. Their school has seen remarkable success with the program, including students winning this year’s national invention contest with their project, the “Untie Knot.”

The start of a new school year in Calumet City, IL, brought with it something really special: the unveiling of Lincoln Elementary School District 156’s brand-new Innovation Center. This reimagined space, designed in partnership with Inventionland Education, was officially introduced to the community during a back-to-school evening that featured a ribbon-cutting ceremony and back-to-school night. Students, parents, teachers, and community members were invited to explore the dynamic learning environment, and the excitement in the air was undeniable.

To prepare students for an evolving workforce, creativity, adaptability, and innovation aren’t just desirable; they’re essential. Yet many K-12 classrooms are still operating with 19th-century models, leaving a critical gap between the skills students are taught and what modern employers need.

Fostering innovation within K–12 education is more critical than ever. The Inventionland Applied STEM Innovation Course offers a transformative approach to teaching innovation, equipping students with the skills and mindset needed to thrive in the 21st century.