Category: STEM

SEMPER SUPRA: "Always Above"

by J.M. Northup, posted in FEATURE, History, Holidays & Observances, Space, STEM

 The First Friday In May:NATIONAL SPACE DAY https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-space-day-first-friday-in-may/ It's National Space Day - a time to celebrate the accomplishments of the brave, intelligent, and determined men and women who made it possible for our species to go from terrestrial beings to extra-terrestrial ones.  This is a time to encourage STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) … Continue reading SEMPER SUPRA: "Always Above"

I CAN READ: Airplanes & Aviation

by J.M. Northup, posted in Aviation, Children's Book, History, Middle Grade Lit, Non-Fiction & Educational, STEM, Young Readers

Learn more about I CAN READ books HERE One of the things beloved in my family is aviation. I have always loved it, pursuing a higher education in it and career opportunities related to it. My husband, as well. It has been a staple in our home and a huge part of our daughters' lives. And, … Continue reading I CAN READ: Airplanes & Aviation

Happy Birthday USAF – September 18, 1947

by J.M. Northup, posted in Aviation, FEATURE, History, Holidays & Observances, Military, Women Writers

 PROUD TO BE AN AIRMAN IMAGE SOURCE I am not a political person, but I am a patriot because I believe in freedom and diversity.  I believe in service to my country, community, and family.  However, there are many ways for people to serve, and, for me, it was by enlisting in the United States … Continue reading Happy Birthday USAF – September 18, 1947

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Aviation Day for Book Lovers

by J.M. Northup, posted in Aviation, History, Holidays & Observances, Non-Fiction & Educational, STEM

LEARN MORE National Aviation Day is celebrated on Orville Wright's birthday (August 19, 1871), and it occurs during National Aviation Week. This is a time meant to recognize and celebrate the pioneers of aviation - not just the aviators themselves, but the engineers, mechanics, and all the personnel that made human flight possible!A great way … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Aviation Day for Book Lovers

#BooksForTheHoliday – National Aviation Week for Book Lovers

by J.M. Northup, posted in Aviation, History, Holidays & Observances, Non-Fiction & Educational, STEM

Learn More National Aviation Week is celebrated the third week in August, the same week as National Aviation Day, which is, also, Orville Wright's birthday (August 19th). This is a time to remember the great accomplishments of the men and women who not only dreamed to soar in the skies, but who made it an … Continue reading #BooksForTheHoliday – National Aviation Week for Book Lovers