030 Empowering Women in STEAM Education | Carrie Ann

Taking Back The Reins with Dina Shale

In this inspiring episode of "Taking Back the Reins," your host Dina Shale sits down with the dynamic and passionate Carrie Ann, the founder of "The Science Booth," a captivating science edutainment company. Together, they delve deep into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education and the incredible journey that has led Carrie Ann to win the prestigious "Rising Star".

Discover how Carrie Ann's own experiences growing up in challenging circumstances ignited her determination to use education as a tool to break the cycle of generational poverty. Her story serves as a powerful testament to the transformative potential of education, especially for children facing adversity.

About Carrie Ann : Carrie Ann is an award-winning secondary science teacher and successful science edu-tainer.

Coming from a background of poverty, she found her path to a better life through science education. With a degree in Biochemistry and science communication, she chose to pursue a career in science education. It was in this field that she discovered her true calling – to inspire young minds and ignite their curiosity to explore the wonders of science, paving the way for a bright and promising future.

She is not only a teacher, but also a successful entrepreneur who helps other STEAM enthusiasts start or scale their own STEAM education businesses over in the STEAM Educators' Staff Room. Her dedication to STEAM education is evident in the creation of the annual Full STEAM Ahead conference, an inspiring annual gathering for STEAM educators to collaborate, network, skill share and socialise. She has just been awarded the Rising Star award in the Globant Awards Women That Build.

Her free online science lessons during lockdown earned her the Points of Light award from the Prime Minister. Carrie Ann believes that anyone can change their life through the right education and is committed to inspiring the next generation of scientists.

Carrie Ann lives in Carlisle, UK with her husband (Gary), 7-year-old daughter (Roxy), and Springer Spaniel (Loco). When she's not causing chemistry chaos in her own kitchen, you can find her on a countryside walk with her family."

Join us as we explore:

> The challenges within the traditional education system and its impact on stifling curiosity.

> The importance of nurturing children's passion and curiosity in STEAM subjects.

> Carrie Anne's unique approach to making science education exciting and fun for kids.

> The significance of collaboration over competition in the business world.

> How tenacity and seeking help can lead to success, even in the face of adversity.

Carrie Anne's journey is a shining example of how one person's passion, determination, and commitment to empowering others can make a profound impact on the world. Tune in and be inspired by her story of resilience and dedication to the next generation of budding scientists and innovators.

If you're ready to be inspired and learn how to empower children through STEAM education, you can find out more about Carrie-Ann here:

Personal Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carrieannbooth

The Science Booth: https://thesciencebooth.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/thescienceboothcumbria

https://www.instagram.com/scienceboothcumbria/

https://www.tiktok.com/@thesciencebooth

Easy-to-do at home science for 5-11 year olds:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/easytodoathomesciencefor5to11yearolds/

STEAM Educators' Staff Room:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/steameducatorsstaffroom/

https://www.instagram.com/steameducatorsstaffroom/

Connect with your host Dina Shale:

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dina_shale

Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/TheWayOfTheHorse

Website http://www.thewayofthehorse.co.uk

LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/equinefacilitatedlearningtherapist

Highway to Healing https://highwaytohealing.co.uk

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