About us
STEM Little Explorers is a bilingual blog in English and Croatian that makes science, technology, engineering, maths and child psychology accessible to every family. We believe curiosity is a child’s greatest superpower, and that parents and educators are the best people to nurture it.
To give parents and educators simple, affordable ideas for sparking STEM skills in children. Science, technology, engineering and maths shape the future and they don’t have to feel intimidating. We show how they can be playful, hands-on and genuinely fun, so you can help that spark grow and keep it lit.
To be the go-to place for cheap, easy and fun STEM activities. We champion learning by doing — children who explore, build and experiment rather than just watch or listen — and we want every child to meet STEM early, because the world will only ask for more of it.
Whether you’re after a quick science experiment, a guide to a developmental milestone, or an evidence-based parenting tip — you’ll find it here.
Iva Leder
Psychologist
The founder behind the site and a devoted lover of knowledge and learning in any shape or form. She has several years of experience in the field and is a strong believer in the power of education to transform lives. She is always searching for new, more creative and effective ways to teach, and sees real potential in every child — her job is simply to find the right way to unlock it.
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Vedran Leder
Psychologist
He always found classical learning a little dull — he would rather experiment and learn by doing. Young at heart, he blends in with children effortlessly, and believes games and play are the best way to learn, weaving them into everything he teaches. Every new gadget (read: toy) fascinates him, and he is convinced technology opens up endless opportunities for fun, hands-on learning.
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