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Heidi Bee Roemer
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I’m Heidi Bee, poet and author of 12 books. I host a free annual STEAM Poetry Video Contest for students—and I produce WEE STEAMERS videos for little learners. Poetry, tech, and STEAM learning! www.SteamPoweredPoetry.com
Teachers, what kind of video can students create with a simple poetry prompt? Here’s one student's interpretation of Raven Howell’s poem, “Art Smart,” a Notable Video Winner! Watch the video & learn how your students can participate. 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... @ravenhowell.bsky.social
October 6, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Registration for the STEAM Poetry Video Contest is OPEN! Teachers, invite your jr. high, high school, and college students to explore STEAM topics through the lens of poetry and create engaging videos for younger learners. 👉https://steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/ #studentvideos
October 1, 2026 at 4:52 PM
Take students on a poetic journey through the Moon’s ever-changing appearance! Use this video as a springboard in lessons about Moon phases, tides, and the lunar cycle. Video by Talia S., a Texas Woman's University student. steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... #internationalobservethemoonday
Student Video: Moon’s Faces and Phases
Look up! The Moon is changing again! In “Moon’s Faces and Phases,” student filmmaker Talia Sifuentes brings Sallie Wolf’s playful poem to life, creating an engaging introduction to the Moon’s ever-…
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September 19, 2026 at 4:12 PM
A little moon-gazing can lead to some big questions!
#internationalobservethemoonday
September 19, 2026 at 4:11 PM
Meet SALLIE WOLF— Artist, Poet & Curious Observer
Sallie's poem, “Moon’s Faces and Phases,” a 2026 Notable Poetry Video, will be posted soon! Meanwhile, visit her blog to learn more about her fascinating Moon Project. It’s truly amazing! 👉 salliewolf.com/moon-project/ #ObserveTheMoon #MoonPhases
September 15, 2026 at 4:57 PM
When I was a kid, I loved Paint by Number! It was fascinating to watch a picture slowly come to life. But waiting for the paint to dry was really hard! 🙄 —Art by Maud Tousey Fangel
#NationalColoringDay #artist
September 14, 2026 at 9:20 PM
Meet CHARLES GHIGNA—acclaimed poet and author of more than 5,000 poems and 100 books! We’re thrilled to have another of Charles’s poems in our Contest Poetry Packet—and excited to share his new book, FINDING THE LIGHT. Preorder at finishinglinepress.com/product/find... @charlesghigna.bsky.social
September 9, 2026 at 6:27 PM
It’s National Literacy Day! Time to celebrate bookworms, word crafters, and hungry minds! Hope you'll enjoy my analogy poem, "Chews to Read." #nationalliteracyday #bookworm
September 8, 2026 at 6:21 PM
“Reading is a passport to countless adventures.” – Mary Pope Osborne. Happy Read a Book Day! #ReadABookDay #kidsbooks #literacy #readwithme
September 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Shout-out to our eSTEAMed Poets who've contributed STEAM-inspired poems to this year’s Poetry Packet! They put their own creative spin on Science, Tech, Engineering, Art & Math—we can't wait for teachers & students to discover their poems! Registration opens Oct. 1. steampoweredpoetry.com/contest/
September 3, 2026 at 2:41 PM
Thrill seekers, take note! ROLLER COASTER is an award-winning student-created video where poetry meets design & engineering! Explore the science behind the twists, turns, and thrills of roller coasters. Free classroom resources! 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/rollercoaster/ #NationalRollerCoasterDay #STEM
Student Video: Rollercoaster!
How do engineers build roller coasters? What role does gravity play in roller coaster physics? Poem provides a springboard for STEM discussions!
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August 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Teachers, as lesson plans start coming together for the new school year, here's one project to keep on your radar! The STEAM Powered Poetry Student Video Contest gives students the chance to transform poetry into engaging STEAM videos for younger learners. 👉 www.STEAMPoweredPoetry.com #backtoschool
July 29, 2026 at 12:02 PM
More award-winning poetry videos are coming soon! Each student-created video brings poetry and STEAM concepts to life, making learning fun for children at home and in the classroom. Here's a sneak peek at our upcoming premieres. Don't miss our monthly posts—Subscribe at www.SteamPoweredPoetry.com
July 26, 2026 at 4:26 PM
Help children discover the importance of handwashing with Louann Brown's easy-to-make craft, "Goodbye Germs!" Pair it with the WASH YOUR HANDS video to encourage conversations about good hygiene. Download classroom resources free! 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... #KidsCraft #preschool
July 22, 2026 at 2:39 PM
Keep young minds learning all summer long! Using paper cups, little astronauts can build their very own rocket ship. Pair this hands-on activity w/ the video "The International Space Station." Explore all our free resources! 👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/the-internat... #KidsCraft #STEMforKids #KidsVideo
July 17, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Reposted by Heidi Bee Roemer
Steam Powered Poetry: "Student Video: My Shadow" kennn.com/FOoT1F #ChildrensPoetry #Poetry4kids @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social
June 25, 2026 at 9:19 PM
Turn sunshine into science with this hands-on STEAM craft! The “Paper Plate Sundial Craft” blends art, observation, and early science concepts like Earth’s rotation and shadows. A fun way for children to learn how people told time long before digital devices! steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide...
June 25, 2026 at 12:25 PM
MY SHADOW, 3rd Place Winner by Carrie B. of Texas Woman’s U., brings the science of shadows to life through poetry & digital storytelling. Teachers, invite your Ss to create educational videos! Contest opens 10-1-26.
👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/student-vide... @txwomans.bsky.social #LibraryMedia #Canva
June 24, 2026 at 8:04 PM
Climb aboard our “Our Boat”, a fun educational video for little learners! Children will discover how boats move through water using people power, wind power, or motor power. Free #STEM resources for PK and kinder kids.
👉 steampoweredpoetry.com/wee-steamers... #kidcrafts #activities #WeeSteamers
June 8, 2026 at 5:43 PM
Reposted by Heidi Bee Roemer
Steam Powered Poetry: "Wee Steamers: Our Boat" kennn.com/rrDkK #ChildrensPoetry #Poetry4kids @heidibeeroemer.bsky.social
June 7, 2026 at 5:56 PM
Congrats to student Lauren Vincent for her video adaptation of Linda Trout's poem, “The International Space Station,” 2nd Place Winner in our Poetry Video Contest! Read Linda’s post to learn about her experience as a contributing poet and how STEAM poetry videos make learning fun. lnkd.in/g22vgAbh
June 6, 2026 at 6:31 PM
Happy Anniversary, WEE STEAMERS! What started as a simple idea—to combine STEAM learning with poetry—has grown into five years of fun, free educational videos for young children. We invite you to visit and explore steampoweredpoetry.com today! #WeeSteamers #EarlyLearning #Preschool #Kindergarten
June 4, 2026 at 7:32 PM
Calling all nannies, grannies, and caregivers on summer babysitting duty! Keep kids entertained and learning all summer long. Explore our STEAM site at steampoweredpoetry.com .
#StemEducation #kids #activities #WeeSteamers #StudentVideos #crafts #StemForKids
June 3, 2026 at 12:53 PM
Nothing says summer like the mouthwatering smell of hamburgers on the grill — which makes this the perfect time to revisit JoAnn Early Macken’s irresistible poem “Hamburger” from THINGS WE EAT, edited by Sylvia Vardell & Janet Wong. Happy #NationalHamburgerDay! #poem @joannearlymacken.bsky.social
May 28, 2026 at 3:34 PM
“The International Space Station,” 2nd Place Winner in our 2026 STEAM Poetry Video Contest, will spark students' curiosity about space science, engineering, and the wonder of human exploration. Perfect for classrooms, STEM enrichment, and Poetry Friday sharing. steampoweredpoetry.com/the-internat...
May 27, 2026 at 10:29 AM