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TD Flenaugh and Tauanja Kittrell, STEM professional and educator, discuss strategies for encouraging children to pursue science and technology careers. Kittrell, with a background in fire services and forensics, emphasizes the importance of practical applications of science in everyday life, such as understanding clothing materials and their impact on health. She suggests activities like scavenger hunts, cooking experiments, and visiting local museums and manufacturing sites to foster curiosity. Kittrell also advises parents to engage in their children's education and to expose them to various career paths beyond traditional STEM fields. She highlights resources like Girls in Technology, Black Girls Code, and local programs that support STEM education.

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