Expedition STEAM

08/23/2026

What would YOUR kid reach for first?

The mystery story?
The magnifying glass?
The little creatures?
The hands-on investigation?
Or the Expedition Journal where they get to record what they discover?

That’s the idea behind Kit & Oak and the Nibsy Napper: kids don’t just read the adventure… they become part of it.

Storytelling + science + investigating + creating + discovering, all wrapped into one adventure they can actually hold in their hands.

So I have to know…

👇 If you handed this box to your child or grandchild, what do you think they would grab FIRST?

And tell me their age too! I’m genuinely curious to see what different ages choose.

08/06/2026

We’re featured in Augusta Business Daily!

The article shares the story behind Expedition STEAM Adventures and our mission to reconnect children with reading, creativity, and hands-on discovery through Barnwood Hall Mysteries.

Children do not simply read our stories. They step inside the adventure, solve the mystery alongside the characters, and continue exploring through real-world STEAM activities.

Thank you to Augusta Business Daily for sharing our story and to Venture Lab Aiken for the mentorship, accountability, and encouragement as we continue building something new for children, families, schools, and communities.

Read the full feature here:
https://augustabusinessdaily.com/local-entrepreneur-going-full-steam-ahead/

Publisher’s Note: ABD is continuing its 7-part series today on entrepreneurs vying for $500,000 in seed money. Venture Lab Aiken (VLA) is part of the chamber’s Innovation Corridor. It’s organized by the Aiken Chamber of Commerce, Make Startups in theClubhou.se in the Georgia Cyber Innovation a...

08/05/2026

Barnwood Hall was not created overnight.

It grew from years of working with children in libraries, museums, classrooms, and community programs. Again and again, I saw that the best learning happened when children were curious enough to ask, “What happens next?”

Watching my own nieces grow, explore, create, and discover made that mission even more personal.

Barnwood Hall brings those experiences together through story-driven adventures designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and help children see learning as something exciting.

Because sometimes the best lesson begins with a mystery.

08/04/2026

We were so excited to recently join MEI for their Open House!

This year, MEI will serve as a pilot site for bringing the world of Barnwood Hall to its students through story-driven STEAM adventures. We are thrilled to begin this partnership and cannot wait to see where the adventure leads!

07/31/2026

No worksheets. No screens. Just adventure.

What if reading became a mystery to solve, science became hands-on, and curiosity led every step of the journey?

Welcome to Barnwood Hall Mysteries!

Where every case file turns young explorers into detectives, scientists, and adventurers.

If there's a curious child in your life, we'd love for you to join us.

Tap below to begin the adventure.

https://steamadventurer.com/barnwood-landing

07/29/2026

Barnwood Hall Mysteries is a story-driven STEAM adventure where children become the investigator, solving mysteries alongside Kit the fox and Oak the toad through hands-on science, nature, puzzles, and discovery.

This month, I’m opening the Founding Explorer Special to more families than ever before.

If you have a child, grandchild, niece, nephew, or student who loves to explore, I’d love for you to take a look.

And I have one favor to ask…

Would you share this Reel? Or share it with a homeschool group, parent community, teacher, library, nature center, or friend who might enjoy it?

As a small business, those shares make an incredible difference. They help Barnwood Hall reach families who may never have found us otherwise.

You can learn more at steamadventurer.com/barnwood-landing or by clicking the link in the comments.

Thank you for believing in this dream and helping me open the doors to Barnwood Hall. ❤️

07/09/2026

Wonder does not have to be complicated.

A nature walk, time in the garden, a good story, or simply moving and playing outside can help children slow down, notice more, and reconnect with the world around them.

At Expedition STEAM Adventures, we believe meaningful learning begins with curiosity. Barnwood Hall Mysteries brings story, science, creativity, and hands-on exploration together in ways that invite children to read, investigate, build, and discover.

Here are five simple ways to add a little more wonder to your child’s summer.

Which one would your child enjoy most?

05/09/2026

BIG NEWS from Barnwood Hall! 🗺️🧪🌿

Last week, we pitched Barnwood Hall Mysteries during Pitches & Pitchers… and we were selected as one of the winners! 🎉

Barnwood Hall Mysteries is our story-driven hands-on STEM & STEAM adventure series for ages 5–9 that combines:
🔎 Mystery stories
🧪 Hands-on science
📚 Literacy & exploration
🌿 Field journals & investigations
📦 Interactive adventures delivered to your door

And yes… the very first book is officially published:
📚 Kit & Oak and the Nibsy Napper

This is only the beginning of the adventure.

04/28/2026

Looking for something your kids will actually stick with?

Barnwood Hall Mysteries pre-orders are now open.

👉 Start your first hands-on science adventure today!

Start the Adventure today!

Each kit includes:
✔️ A complete hands-on mystery kit
✔️ A story-driven science adventure with Kit & Oak
✔️ Book + instructions + all materials included
✔️ Real-world exploration through play and discovery
✔️ Earn badges & charms as you progress

Use code: "FreeFun"

Launch Special: $24.99 (regularly $29.99)

📦 Ships September 2026📦

👉 Order now to secure your spot for fall

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STEAM Adventures Delivered — Join Kit and Oak at Barnwood Hall to solve mysteries and take on the same challenges yourself!

04/27/2026

Expedition STEAM Adventures connects children to the real world.

We help families slow down, pause, and rediscover what’s been there all along.

If this is the kind of childhood you want, you’re in the right place.