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STEM permeates every aspect of our lives?and it will only increase in importance. ?Science, technology, engineering and math are central to understanding a world that is changing as quickly as ours,? says Johanna Busch, Toronto-based Education Specialist for Let?s Talk Science. The Canadian charitable organization helps kids prepare for the future by supporting STEM learning. ?We all need a basic level of understanding of STEM concepts to make sense of everything from pandemics to climate change. STEM is crucial to our ability to be informed citizens and to meet challenges in our careers and beyond.?
?All jobs are being reshaped by technology, and STEM innovation will define many future jobs?including ones that don?t even exist yet,? adds Let’s Talk Science President and Founder, Bonnie Schmidt.  It?s important for kids to get excited about STEM from an early age?not only so they can pursue STEM careers for their own success, but to meet the changing needs of our world. And, it?s particularly critical for underrepresented groups like girls and people of colour to receive the support they need to succeed in STEM fields. So how do we engage young people in STEM"
Start with your kids? interests
?Ask kids what they are interested in and follow their lead,? says Busch. ?Kids come alive when they realize that STEM provides them with the tools and frameworks to explore topics that they are already curious about.? Help them figure out how STEM plays a rol...