Spring is over and Summer is upon us! Just because school has let out doesn’t mean its time to stop learning boys and girls --- its actually quite the opposite for the folks at Microsoft Virtual Academy. Join Jerry Nixon and Matt Calder as they give us a sneak peak into what we can expect to see this month.* Getting Started with Template 10 (https://mva.microsoft.com/en-US/training-courses/getting-started-with-template-10-16336?l=R3bBb1LRC_4305918554)* Testing in Visual Studio 2015 (https://mva.microsoft.com/en-US/training-courses/testing-in-visual-studio-2015-16459?l=9RpwZWwXC_8706218965)* Test-Driven Development (https://mva.microsoft.com/en-US/training-courses/test-driven-development-16458?l=iCWHq6vXC_2706218965)(http://files.channel9.msdn.com/thumbnail/37bcbb7a-08ff-4c7b-8fef-6d3e007e4c0c.jpg)(http://blogs.msdn.com/cfs-file.ashx/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-60-29-devsdevsdevs/3806.Twitter.png) Follow the conversation @msdev (https://twitter.com/msdev)(http://blogs.msdn.com/cfs-file.ashx/__key/communityserver-blogs-components-weblogfiles/00-00-00-60-29-devsdevsdevs/3487.Facebook.png) Become a Fan @ facebook.com/MSFTDev (https://www.facebook.com/MSFTDev.US)(http://blogs.msdn.com/resized-image.ashx/__size/28x0/__key/communityserver-components-userfiles/00-00-33-52-95-Attached+Files/1512.itunes.png) Subscribe to our podcast via iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/devradio-mp4-channel-9/id544163838), Windows Phone Marketplace or RSS (https://channel9.msdn.com/Blogs/DevRadio/feed/mp4)If you're interested in learning more about the products or solutions discussed in this episode, click on any of the below links for free, in-depth information:Websites & Blogs: * Jerry Nixon's Blog (http://www.microsoft.com/click/services/Redirect2.ashx?CR_CC=200117938) (http://m.webtrends.com/dcs1wotjh10000w0irc493s0e_6x1g/njs.gif?dcssip=channel9.msdn.com&dcsuri=http://channel9.msdn.com/Blogs/DevRadio/feed/mp4&WT.dl=0&WT.entryid=Entry:RSSView:a07e31c4899e4c35a5aca62000522d19)

(http://thewiredhomeschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/tinker-crate.jpg)Today is DAY 10 of a special Podcast Awards (http://podcastawards.com) edition of The Wired Homeschool. If you want to listen to any previous episodes in this series, you can find them all here (http://thewiredhomeschool.com/podcastawards).

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Tinker Crates

If you’re looking for a way to supplement your STEM education with fun activities, Tinker Crate by Kiwi Crate (http://tinker.kiwicrate.com/) is a great option. Each month, a new activity is delivered to your home that your kids can dive into and learn about STEM topics without being bogged down by technical terms. Theses crates will inspire your kids and spark their curiosity.

STEM or STEAM Categories

Tinker Crates cover all STEM and STEAM categories and best of all, your kids can usually do them independently!

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(http://thewiredhomeschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/01/533507_Introduction_to_STEM_II_inhalt_86-1024x598.jpg)Today is DAY 9 of a special Podcast Awards (http://podcastawards.com) edition of The Wired Homeschool. If you want to listen to any previous episodes in this series, you can find them all here (http://thewiredhomeschool.com/podcastawards).

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fischertechnik STEM Kits

Whether it’s because you’re pressed for time or you don’t feel comfortable covering certain topics, a complete curriculum would be nice to have when teaching STEM. fishertechnik (http://www.studica.com/us/en/education) has STEM kits that are not only fun for the kids to build but also have worksheets and lesson plans for you which explain what objectives and topics are covered in each activity. I reviewed two of their kits (http://thewiredhomeschool.com/180) earlier this year. You will not be disappointed.

STEM or STEAM Categories

fishertechnik STEM kits cover all categories and your kids can also get creative by building on their own.

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Bridget and Matt (in his triumphant return) chat with Aneel Lakhani (SignalFX) and Jason Dixon about modern monitoring, alerting, event streams, and more.

(http://thewiredhomeschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/instructables-1024x512.jpg)Today is DAY 8 of a special Podcast Awards (http://podcastawards.com) edition of The Wired Homeschool. If you want to listen to any previous episodes in this series, you can find them all here (http://thewiredhomeschool.com/podcastawards).

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Instructabes Projects

Whether you’re looking for a low-cost project using household items or a high-tech project that involves building custom components, you can find many projects that incorporate STEM topics with detailed instructions at Instructables. Here are 5 projects I found that will keep you and your kids tinkering.

* Candle-powered Hot Air Balloon (http://www.instructables.com/id/Candle-Powered-Hot-Air-Balloon/)

* Arduino Weather Station (http://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-weather-station/?ALLSTEPS)

* Simple Circuits from a Pizza Box (http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Simple-Circuit-from-a-Pizza-Box-No-Solder/?ALLSTEPS)

* NEar-Space Balloon (http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Space-Balloon-Project-Stratohab-Success-High/?ALLSTEPSS)

* Budget Bicycle Warning Lights (http://www.instructables.com/id/Budget-Bicycle-Warning-Lights/?ALLSTEPS)

STEM or STEAM Categories

With the myriad projects available at Instructables, you should have no problem covering all STEM and STEAM projects.

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(http://thewiredhomeschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/meet-edison.jpg)Today is DAY 7 of a special Podcast Awards (http://podcastawards.com) edition of The Wired Homeschool. If you want to listen to any previous episodes in this series, you can find them all here (http://thewiredhomeschool.com/podcastawards).

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Meet Edison

I’ve mentioned Edison (http://meetedison.com) in a previous episodes and even interviewed the inventor (http://thewiredhomeschool.com/brenton-obrien-edison-robot/). This inexpensive, LEGO-compatible little robot is a great way to introduce your kids to robotics. There are even free lesson plans and worksheets you can download.

STEM or STEAM Categories

Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics are the easiest STEM categories to cover with Edison and creative kids can decorate their little robot or make custom activity mats (https://www.instagram.com/p/BDJEv-Rp-CQ/) to add an artistic flair.

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(http://thewiredhomeschool.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/chess.jpg)Today is DAY 6 of a special Podcast Awards (http://podcastawards.com) edition of The Wired Homeschool. If you want to listen to any previous episodes in this series, you can find them all here (http://thewiredhomeschool.com/podcastawards).

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Gamify Your Homeschooling with Board Games

If I started listing all of the games you could use to teach STEM topics, we’d be here all day, so here are 5 that get my highest recommendation:

* Blockus (http://shop.mattel.com/product/index.jsp?productId=38029136)

* Quirkle (http://www.mindware.com/qwirkle-a2-32016.fltr)

* Robot Turtles (http://www.thinkfun.com/products/robot-turtles/)

* Leaving Earth (http://www.lumenaris.com/leavingearth.html)

* Pokémon (http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-tcg/) or just about any CCG

STEM or STEAM Categories

You can cover just about all the STEM and STEAM categories with boards games. You may need to get a little creative with some while others are blatantly obvious.

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MacKenzie and Mike are excited about the new release of PowerPress 7.0 as discussed on this episode of the PowerPress Podcast. They have some great news articles, Podcasting in Not the New Black, and another called Podcast Presentation Skills. Mike completely agrees that ‘podcasting is not the new black’ but MacKenzie sees some merit in the idea. And MacKenzie comes to realize she is not a fan of the process of booking guests on the show in her podcast chronicle. Last but not least, they also discuss a recent blog post on our site about taking a break from your podcast.

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Podcasting is Not the New Black (http://www.which-50.com/podcasting-not-new-black/)

Taking a Break Without Losing Your Audience (http://www.powerpresspodcast.com/2016/05/27/podcasting-summer-break-audience/)

Podcast Presentation Skills (https://www.thepodcasthost.com/how-to-podcast/get-interviews-ep-4-podcast-presentation-skills/)

Podcast Movement discount (https://www.showclix.com/event/PodcastMovement2016/tag/blubrry)

Elite Man Conference (http://elitemanconference.com/)

PowerPress on WordPress (https://wordpress.org/plugins/powerpress/)

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