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FREE Future Astronauts program
In support of #stayhome #covid19 we at Fun Academy are happy to share our Future Astronauts Program with educators, families and recreational communities alike. Daily MIND & BODY activities and weekly MISSION and TEAM activities will bring 12 weeks of Fun Learning...
Should all Children become Astronauts?
Should all children become astronauts? Fun Academy’s Future Astronaut program has been shortlisted for the Rybakov Prize and we have asked our Chairman and Co Founder Peter Vesterbacka about his thoughts on this cool project. Why on earth would we want to train...
STEM, STEAM AND STREAM. What Do They All Mean?
Over a decade since gaining traction, the STEM movement continues to dominate education. Moreover, it is evolving with the incorporation of STEAM and STREAM. But what do they all mean and how do they enhance everyday learning? Let’s find out. STEM STEM...
We Are Empowering Women and Girls To Be Leaders In STEM. Here Is Why.
Around the world more girls are going to school today than ever before. While just under 40% of women contribute to the global workforce, they make up roughly 60% of all professional workers. However, these numbers fall alarmingly as women enter higher education and...
5 Ways To Use Every Moment At The Kindergarten To Learn
Preschoolers can use every moment at the kindergarten to learn something new or develop a skill. Wait a second. Every moment? Isn’t that stretching the reality a little too far? Sure, kids learn many things in the kindergarten, but can they spend every...
Why Haven’t I Got Any Friends In The Kindergarten?
Do you remember your days in the kindergarten? No? Me neither! So let’s focus on our kids instead. How are they at connecting with other tiny humans and making friends? Do they come home and talk about half a dozen BFFs, or is it still that one imaginary...
Why Do We Need To Know What Is Going On In Kindergartens?
Starting kindergarten is a big step for tiny tots. It’s where they make friends, learn about the world and develop skills in a controlled environment. As parents, educators, policy makers and concerned citizens how do you check if all is going well?...
Hicham The Super Prof – Transforming Education In Morocco
Teachers have plenty of things on their plate. From planning lessons and grading assignments to parent-teacher meetings, the list goes on. But what if you also found yourself tasked with getting classroom resources for the students? What if the only way to...
Uplifting Early Childhood Education In Tunisia With Fun Learning
Early this year the Tunisian Ministry of Women, Family and Children partnered with Fun Academy to provide equitable and high-quality early childhood education and care (ECEC) in Tunisia. It is part of the overall strategy of the Tunisian government on...
8 Year Olds Design A Futuristic Classroom In The Space Era
We are part of a generation that went to the moon and back. New technologies and designs are changing life as we know it. These changes affect grown ups as well as little children. However, unlike adults kids have little say in influencing these...
6 Inspiring Tips From Preschoolers On How To Design Classrooms
Designing the ideal learning environment for kids is a challenge that has interested people across many fields. The perfect solution is highly debatable and depends on who you ask. However, we do know for certain that these spaces impact the learning...
4 Reasons Why We Want Children To Design For Children
Young children are naturally creative. They explore the world around them with curiosity, enthusiasm and wonder. “Why?” is their mantra, as they try to understand how things work. They create countless projects throughout the day from abstract art to...
