Here’s what teachers are saying about a Steve Spangler experience…

I’ve had the privilege of calling Steve Spangler a friend for more than 25 years, and we’ve shared the stage countless times. Whether it’s squirrelly 3rd graders, stressed-out educators, or high-pressure executives, I’ve seen Steve work his magic to get any group fully engaged. He has mastered the art of creating experiences—both big and small—that connect, inspire, and leave a lasting impact. In The Engagement Effect, Steve pulls back the curtain and shares the insights, stories, and strategies that will help you create your own moments of connection and engagement.

Steve Spangler hit it out of the park once again at our annual Splash conference. Truly a “Best Day Ever” experience for all of our attendees. Absolutely the opposite of your ordinary keynote speaker.

Steve Spangler’s impact on Littleton Public Schools spans over three decades. What began in the classroom has become a legacy of helping educators throughout our district bring learning to life. The Engagement Effect is filled with the same strategies and mindset that Steve has shared with our teachers—tools that help create powerful learning experiences and meaningful student connections.

Whether it was connecting 1,600 students through a human circuit or challenging our principals to create their own ‘Best Day Ever’ moments, Steve Spangler showed us that engagement is more than a buzzword—it’s a mindset. The Engagement Effect is a blueprint for how he thinks, plans, and inspires at the highest level.

We’ve had Steve Spangler on stage at the Innovative Schools Summit enough times to know this—he shows up with purpose and delivers every time. He brings engagement, connection, and ideas that stick. The Engagement Effect isn’t just a book—it’s a behind-the-scenes pass to how he does it, and why it works.

I just finished “The Engagement Effect” and absolutely loved it! When we brought you to Boise in 2023 I was expecting the big flashy experiments and fun, what I wasn’t expecting is the connection and engagement you had with all of us. We were spellbound for the whole hour that went way too fast. Thank you for putting your magic all down on paper for the rest of us to learn from. I was highlighting like crazy throughout the whole book.  So many favorite quotes but I think my favorite (right now) is “You don’t need to orchestrate every moment. Sometimes your role is to quietly hold the space where growth can happen”.

Steve Spangler hit it out of the park once again at our annual Splash conference. Truly a “Best Day Ever” experience for all of our attendees. Absolutely the opposite of your ordinary keynote speaker.

Steve Spangler’s impact on Littleton Public Schools spans over three decades. What began in the classroom has become a legacy of helping educators throughout our district bring learning to life. The Engagement Effect is filled with the same strategies and mindset that Steve has shared with our teachers—tools that help create powerful learning experiences and meaningful student connections.

Whether it was connecting 1,600 students through a human circuit or challenging our principals to create their own ‘Best Day Ever’ moments, Steve Spangler showed us that engagement is more than a buzzword—it’s a mindset. The Engagement Effect is a blueprint for how he thinks, plans, and inspires at the highest level.

We’ve had Steve Spangler on stage at the Innovative Schools Summit enough times to know this—he shows up with purpose and delivers every time. He brings engagement, connection, and ideas that stick. The Engagement Effect isn’t just a book—it’s a behind-the-scenes pass to how he does it, and why it works.

The strongest brands don’t just sell products—they create experiences that connect, inspire, and build trust. That’s what we saw when Excelligence acquired Steve Spangler Science. Steve’s work has always gone beyond science, products and speaking; it’s about sparking curiosity and cultivating engagement. The Engagement Effect distills that mission into a powerful playbook for leaders and educators who want to elevate every interaction into something meaningful, memorable, and transformative.

Steve’s ‘Best Day Ever’ moments have inspired our teachers and administrators to create their own unforgettable moments for students and staff. When one of our principals told me that her teacher had done more hands-on science in 3 months than she had done in 30 years, I knew we had struck gold with Steve Spangler’s approach to engagement. He doesn’t just inspire others ‘to do’, he inspires them ‘to be’ – the best version of themselves. This book clearly illustrates how he does it, and why it matters.

At the American Payroll Association’s Annual Congress, we’ve always believed in creating experiences that educate, connect, and inspire. Steve Spangler brought that vision to life—most memorably when he connected nearly 3,000 attendees in a single, electrifying STEM demonstration. The Engagement Effect captures the heart of that moment and the strategy behind it. This book is a valuable guide for anyone committed to elevating how people learn and lead.

Steve Spangler is the most powerful motivational speaker I’ve ever heard. As CEO of Frog Street, we invited Steve to help us transform our annual Splash conference into a truly unforgettable experience.  His ability to engage early childhood educators through hands-on learning and powerful storytelling elevated our conference and stimulated educators to strive for greatness. The Engagement Effect captures the same energy, strategy, and heart that made Steve’s work such a vital part of our community.

I can’t say enough about Science in the Rockies. Steve is not only extremely knowledgeable but super entertaining and fun to watch. I am a 30-year veteran teacher, but you can certainly teach this old dog new tricks. Watching Steve present gives me the confidence to present lessons with ease in my classroom. The more I explore, the more comfortable I am becoming the teacher Steve inspires me to be.

I think “workshop” is probably the wrong word for Science in the Rockies. This is a 3-day experience that helps people share wonder, enthusiasm, and learning. It helped me remember how much I love learning and THAT is the feeling I hope my students remember long after they’ve forgotten the theories, rules, and facts they learned while they were with me.

This was the best conference/non-conference I have ever been to! I really connected with how Steve presents the science content to students. His technique for working with students and learning how to engage them to use their critical thinking skills was key. As he said “If it gets to the dinner table, you win” and I am excited to “win” students over and foster young minds into teaching and STEM-based careers. #bestdaysever followed by #bestconferenceever

We came with a diverse group of educators as far as age, time taught, grade level, and subject matter. All of us were inspired in our respective content areas about applying this hands-on learning approach in our own classrooms. On a personal note, all of the staff was extremely kind, engaging, and personable during the conference AND on the excursion, and I realize that they did not always have to be “ON” for us. I have my heart set on a spot for the Science of Iceland in 2025!

A fantastic opportunity for new teachers to experience how science should be taught and a “shot in the arm” for experienced teachers. I loved how easy it would be to integrate the lessons into the general curriculum with a bit of planning. The literacy piece from Dr. Diane and the grant writing tips from Covey Denton were a real plus. In all my 34 years of teaching, I have never experienced anything like this workshop.

As a 28 year veteran teacher, this was an outstanding experience. Steve’s passion and delivery motivated me to partake in all the hands-on opportunities in a collaborative way. Walking away with resources, materials and positivity that all things are possible when you have a great team behind you cheering you on! I would recommend this experience to all educators and administrators. Thank you Steve and family for a great adventure in the Rockies.

I’m coming up on my 28th year of teaching and this conference has made me feel rejuvenated, and excited and it confirms my career choice! It was engaging, hands-on, and very entertaining to say the least! Steve is not only a great presenter with comedic timing, but he is also extremely knowledgeable about the content and principles he shares.  Everyone associated with this conference is to be commended!

This was hands down the best conference I have ever been to. The hands-on learning we got to do, paired with Steve & his team’s energy can not be matched. This was a highly engaging experience & I cannot wait to bring my science lessons to the next level in my classroom. Thank you for 2 1/2 days of “Best Day Ever” moments I’ll never forget.

I have been teaching for 23 years and have attended dozens and dozens of conferences, but Science in the Rockies has been the most explosively inspirational one yet! The six teachers who attended from my school all feel so invigorated, inspired and exited to share what we learned and experienced with our scholars this year. Steve and the whole Spangler team were amazing!

Steve Spangler didn’t just talk about “Best Day Ever” experiences… he did it with Science in the Rockies. We learned about connections, engagement, and intentionality in our work. We learned about inquiry and leading learning with a sense of wonder. I am so grateful to Science in the Rockies and the absolutely amazing team that makes this all possible!

You did more than just teach us about your “best day ever” principle – you made it happen for me and my staff. One of my teachers who attended the workshop was planning to request a transfer to another campus next year because she had lost her passion for teaching. She told me this morning that you helped her rediscover her “why” and that’s why she has decided to stay at our school. This brought me to tears because we get to keep an outstanding teacher, and I’m equally grateful for you helping all of my other teachers renew their passion for learning and teaching.

Beyond wow… how can I begin to thank you for inspiring teachers after what has been an incredibly challenging time for our staff. You gave us much-needed fire and passion, and you helped us re-imagine how we MUST connect and engage with our children. I’m blown away by passion and mission to empower teachers to go out and create “BEST DAY EVER” experiences for kids.

I can’t thank you and your team enough for the BEST DAY EVER experience you created for our staff. Your inspirational approach will have a profound impact on how our teachers create experiences for our young learners in the future.

Steve Spangler’s Everyday STEM workshop was exceptional… so fun and intriguing. This is the boost our teachers needed on every level. But the bigger impact was Steve’s ability to connect with our teachers and remind them why they teach. Powerful. My teachers gave you the title of EduHERO!

This will be the BEST and most relevant professional development you’ll ever attend! You will explore, laugh, and have a blast learning! This workshop will make a huge difference for your students!

Fun and engaging! If you want to learn new strategies for engaging your students this is the online workshop for you. Your students will fall in love with Science.

Steve is the most engaging and entertaining presenter. This was our third year having him train our prekindergarten teachers and we could not ask for a better way to kick off the school year. Not only are the experiences fun and full of learning, teachers are hands on from start to finish—just how we expect them to teach in their classrooms.

You did exactly what we wanted… you helped our teachers remember how valuable they are to our district and the community they serve. Your Everyday STEM workshop was a fabulous way for us to kick off a new school year. Thanks so much for coming to rural Tennessee.

Steve made it fun, easy and the concepts so approachable and understandable that I am finally doing and enjoying science activities with my students. He talked about creating “transformational experiences,” well he did it on me.

Steve Spangler’s approach to science makes learning fun for both teachers and students. The students really look forward to being scientists each Friday! Steve Spangler not only provides amazing science experiments but also shares life lessons from his own personal teaching experiences. As professional educators, this allows us to reflect on our teaching experiences as well and allows us to positively adjust our mindset in the classroom.

Attending Science at Sea was terrific! The information I learned, the sights I saw, the friends I met, and the memories made will always be treasured. I learned so much from Steve, fellow science teachers, and John and his wisdom of Alaska history and nature.

Science at Sea is an experiential professional development program. As a geology college professor, I benefited from all aspects of this experience. I left energized and inspired to incorporate even more innovative teaching strategies into my virtual and traditional classrooms.

Hands down one of the best weeks of my life. It was an amazing experience to learn from Steve, John and Chris. It was so nice to be surrounded by like-minded people who continue to challenge each other to be the best teachers we can be. I made connections that will last a lifetime. I am so grateful for this experience.

“Best Day Ever” is not strong enough to describe the Science at Sea program. From the moment we signed up to the moment we stepped foot back into Vancouver, we were part of something special. Every session on the ship was tailored for fun and engagement, each excursion was memorable, seeing whales and riding railways, to the personal touch to make you feel that each day was truly a day you will never forget. Science at Sea was life-changing and I can’t wait to share what I learned, the photos I took, and the experiences I created back into my classroom.

Thanks again for such an amazing Science at Sea 2022 experience. I will never forget the memories and lasting friendships I made.

My family and I have returned for our 6th(!) Science at Sea trip. We come back because the people and connections we make on these trips are priceless. We always learn something new and get to share a genuinely unique experience each time. The Spangler team put together a top-notch team of folks to guide us on our adventures. We return from the trip refreshed, recharged, and ready to take on whatever comes next.

While this is billed as a professional development experience for educators, non-educators like me had a fabulous time (and learned so much without even knowing it). That’s the magic of what Steve does. Our head naturalist, John Scheerens, was a wealth of knowledge and very approachable. Steve also kept us on our toes during our time at sea by presenting us with engaging science lessons. This trip is truly an Alaskan cruise with a huge bonus!

You did more than just teach us about your “best day ever” principle – you made it happen for me and my staff. One of my teachers who attended the workshop was planning to request a transfer to another campus next year because she had lost her passion for teaching. She told me this morning that you helped her rediscover her “why” and that’s why she has decided to stay at our school. This brought me to tears because we get to keep an outstanding teacher, and I’m equally grateful for you helping all of my other teachers renew their passion for learning and teaching.

Beyond wow… how can I begin to thank you for inspiring teachers after what has been an incredibly challenging time for our staff. You gave us much-needed fire and passion, and you helped us re-imagine how we MUST connect and engage with our children. I’m blown away by passion and mission to empower teachers to go out and create “BEST DAY EVER” experiences for kids.

I can’t thank you and your team enough for the BEST DAY EVER experience you created for our staff. Your inspirational approach will have a profound impact on how our teachers create experiences for our young learners in the future.

Steve is the most engaging and entertaining presenter. This was our third year having him train our prekindergarten teachers and we could not ask for a better way to kick off the school year. Not only are the experiences fun and full of learning, teachers are hands on from start to finish—just how we expect them to teach in their classrooms.

Best STEM professional development I’ve ever been to – seriously! After the last 2 years… feeling a smidge burnt out and bogged down (uninspired), Steve Spangler completely reminded me why I do what I do.

I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Steve speak once before, but Saturday just hit a little different for me. There was a moment that I started crying because seeing the look on our participants’ faces… I realized that WE created this amazing experience together. Steve helped me rediscover my passion. Thank you for working with us and making sure we had “The Best Day Ever”!

So many great ideas for our teachers to put into practice right away. Steve passion for making STEM exciting and approachable was exactly what our teachers needed.

STEM for Little Sprouts gave our pre-k teachers the real-world tools, strategies and best practices the needed that inspire and motivate children to really do science.

Best Day Ever! Steve Spangler’s STEM for Little Sprouts workshop was the best professional development series the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education has ever offered. Steve helped our teachers think differently about STEM and opened their minds to everything that’s possible.

This workshop was inspiring! I can’t wait to bring these ideas to my students to grow empathy and community.

I find myself getting emotional trying to put together the thoughts and reflections for this trip…there were so many things that made our trip absolutely amazing. Let’s start with the Spangler team who created an experience unlike any other, where no detail was overlooked and every excursion felt like it was created just for you. It was the first time traveling as an adult that I truly felt like a kid. I didn’t have to worry about a thing. All of our accommodations were top-notch. Every meal was taken care of and the time spent around the dinner table was as wonderful as the meal itself. This Spangler experience was a series of “best day ever” moments day after day. And to top it off our guides were Icelandic royalty! They welcomed us into their country and shared their knowledge and personal stories with us along the way. This was by far the most incredible learning experience I’ve ever had in my entire life.

Let’s start by saying that I’m the “plus one.” But I thought you might like to get my take on all of this. The opportunity to explore amazing parts of the world with the Spangler team is something I would not miss. Their ability to make the experience individualized and special for everyone is truly remarkable. The fact that I also get to share these experiences with amazing people from all over the world is just icing on the cake. I always leave with new friends, new stories, and a thirst for whatever next adventure they dare dream up. And that’s from the plus one.

The Science of Iceland trip is one of the best travel experiences I’ve ever had. Each day was full of interesting, fun, and “Best Day Ever” magical moments. Where else in the world can you hike up to a volcano and then go down inside it, eat bread that was cooked in boiling water under the sand, see magnificent waterfalls, experience Sky Lagoon, visit a few beaches, ride in a boat surrounded by icebergs, hike on a glacier, make a lot of new friends and eat butter off of rocks? Okay, that’s just another Spangler experience.

The beauty of the landscape and the warmth of the people of Iceland was everything we had dreamed of and more! We loved everything about our experiences during our magical visit. As a science teacher, I found the geology of the region and how for centuries Icelandic people have utilized the land & environmental processes to survive & thrive quite intriguing. Renee, Steve, and the entire Spangler team planned every detail in order to make this a learning adventure that we will never forget. If you seek moderate to challenging hikes, indescribable geological formations, and genuine Icelandic experiences, well as developing friendships that will last a lifetime, then this is definitely the trip for you.

It’s amazing to me that a random group of teachers and their +1s could start this experience together as virtual strangers and end this experience together feeling almost like family. I’m especially grateful that you selected such a knowledgeable, professional, experienced team to guide us. Experiences like this help me to continue to grow and learn while connecting me to friends and colleagues all over the world with whom I can share my passion for teaching and learning! They restore my enthusiasm for returning to the classroom to tackle the challenges that await in the coming school year.

I experienced earth’s processes, plate tectonics, continental drift, ecological succession, and climate change all in one “Best Day Ever” experience. Truly a once in a lifetime opportunity for amazing professional development. By the way, Steve Spangler renewed our wedding vows deep inside a volcano just outside of Reykjavik. Memories for a lifetime? Indeed!

Beyond amazing! The Spangler team did so much background research that every adventure was exceptional. Each day’s itinerary highlighted aspects of Iceland that made me truly appreciate the culture, the geography and the food.

A remarkable experience from beginning to end. Everywhere I looked something new captured my attention – breathtaking landscapes, waterfalls, volcanoes – you name it. What an amazing experience!

Best Days Ever! Beautiful landscapes, knowledgeable guides, and wonderful people. The geothermal features of Iceland and the majestic glaciers made the fire and ice of this island hard to resist. Trolls, volcanoes, and icebergs – what else could you want?

Nothing could have prepared us for the awe we felt while descending into a volcano or the satisfaction at accomplishing a climb up a glacier to drink rushing cold, clear water. Every day we were guided by the best natives around and our group became a family, traveling together to one amazing activity or place to another. It is unbelievable how much we accomplished in just a few days. Thanks to the Spangler team for the extensive work it took to design this unforgettable learning experience.

As a second year teacher the thought of writing for a grant is a little overwhelming. The video gave great tips and tricks on writing for them and all of the positives that can come out of them! Thank you for all of the new experiments and tricks I can play on my students when it comes to science now! I can’t wait to see the “wow” look on their faces.

Incredible presentation at ScIC 11, but don’t take my word for it. We surveyed the audience and your NPS (Net Promoter Score) was off the charts with an insane score of 83. Seriously, you had our huge audience in the palm of your hands from start to finish. Check your calendar for ScIC 12 because we need you back.

This will be the BEST and most relevant professional development you’ll ever attend! You will explore, laugh, and have a blast learning! This workshop will make a huge difference for your students!

The workshop was so engaging. I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. I felt like a kid again.

Steve always gives an engaging and fun presentation. His humor and ability to make challenging science concepts accessible are inspiring. I’m grateful to have spent this time learning new engaging demonstrations and experiments. I’m excited about bringing these ideas to my classroom.

A definite workshop to sign up if you are looking for ideas to ignite the teaching and learning of Science in your own classroom. Steve will be able to engage you for hours (even virtually) as he creates experiences to guide you through in engaging and connecting with your students. Thanks Steve for your generous sharing. Appreciate it 🙂

Although it was an online conference it was amazing! I love how we were given access to the videos and information for a full year. I have watched them several times.

EVERY teacher needs to take this online workshop. There will be something you can apply to your subject even if it isn’t STEM. Steve renewed my energy to be in the classroom.

Steve is very enthusiastic and engaging. I watched the videos with a friend and he often had us laughing. I can’t wait to to teach like Steve!

Planning and prepping science experiments can be overwhelming while planning for other core classes and searching for supplies, but the kits provided were a lifesaver! Everything is ready…just grab and go. His videos were so incredibly educational, too. Steve Spangler taught in a way that it was like having a fun conversation with a friend while learning the complex science behind it all in an easy and fun way. I love his philosophies and style of teaching. I was engaged and awed the whole course!

Steve Spangler’s virtual workshops are truly worth your time as an educator. He teaches simple, practical ways to highly and effectively engage students without having to break the bank or put in a ton of extra work/time to create engaging and effective lessons.

I felt reenergized after this online workshop, excited to jump into science with my kids. It helped me feel confident about fitting science in to even small chunks of time in my day. I’m excited to explore along with my students as we work through these experiments/lessons.

Steve Spangler’s science online workshop is FUN and INFORMATIVE! How often does PD have you laughing throughout the session? Steve’s joy and love of science are evident. This workshop provided all the necessary materials for me to take into the classroom for future lessons and I look forward to using them this upcoming year!

Virtual Science in the Rockies was great videos with lots of ideas to put to use in the classroom immediately. I loved how Steve inspires us to tackle science concepts in a fun, hands-on, easy way!

Fun and engaging! If you want to learn new strategies for engaging your students this is the online workshop for you. Your students will fall in love with Science.

Whether it was connecting 1,600 students through a human circuit or challenging our principals to create their own ‘Best Day Ever’ moments, Steve Spangler showed us that engagement is more than a buzzword—it’s a mindset. The Engagement Effect is a blueprint for how he thinks, plans, and inspires at the highest level.

Steve Spangler doesn’t just teach—he ignites. In The Engagement Effect, he shares a powerful blueprint for creating experiences that inspire action and build trust. This isn’t just a book about communication—it’s a call to lead with authenticity, generosity, and intention.

For over 20 years, I had the pleasure—and occasional peril—of sharing the 9NEWS stage with Steve Spangler. He brought science to life with explosions, laughter, and unforgettable moments, but what really made it great television was the connection he created with viewers. The Engagement Effect is the ultimate guide to understanding how he does it.

For decades, I’ve had a front row seat to Steve Spangler’s ability to turn everyday television into something unforgettable. He doesn’t just demonstrate science—he creates shared moments filled with wonder, laughter, and meaning. The Engagement Effect is full of heart, humor, and the kind of insight that turns information into inspiration.

There’s something truly electric about watching 15,000 students, teachers, and parents fill Coors Field for our annual STEM Day with Steve Spangler. That kind of excitement and connection doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of intentional strategies that make every individual feel seen, involved, and inspired. In The Engagement Effect, Steve reveals the same powerful techniques he’s used to make STEM Day one of our most impactful events. This book is an excellent tool on how to captivate an audience and turn engagement into action.

Over the course of 27 appearances on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, I saw Steve Spangler turn science segments into unforgettable shared experiences—moments that sparked joy, curiosity, and connection for millions. The Engagement Effect captures that same energy and breaks down the how and why behind it all. This book is Steve at his best.

We just finished Season 5 of DIY Sci and wow – that last episode was so poignant. I volunteered for the blind, visually paired, and dyslexic from when I was 14 years old. You captured the emotion of learning beautifully. Please let the producers and Steve know that this episode was by far the most memorable!

Your help in launching the new Museum of Illusions in Denver was beyond amazing! From media appearances to your personal appearance during the grand opening, Denver was excited about your support for our science museum. Looking forward to more events with Prim + Co.

Steve Spangler’s captivating performance at the Perot Museum of Nature and Science left our audience of VIP teachers and administrators from Texas inspired and energized. His unique blend of science and entertainment created an unforgettable experience.

I just finished “The Engagement Effect” and absolutely loved it! When we brought you to Boise in 2023 I was expecting the big flashy experiments and fun, what I wasn’t expecting is the connection and engagement you had with all of us. We were spellbound for the whole hour that went way too fast. Thank you for putting your magic all down on paper for the rest of us to learn from. I was highlighting like crazy throughout the whole book.  So many favorite quotes but I think my favorite (right now) is “You don’t need to orchestrate every moment. Sometimes your role is to quietly hold the space where growth can happen”.

I’ve had the privilege of calling Steve Spangler a friend for more than 25 years, and we’ve shared the stage countless times. Whether it’s squirrelly 3rd graders, stressed-out educators, or high-pressure executives, I’ve seen Steve work his magic to get any group fully engaged. He has mastered the art of creating experiences—both big and small—that connect, inspire, and leave a lasting impact. In The Engagement Effect, Steve pulls back the curtain and shares the insights, stories, and strategies that will help you create your own moments of connection and engagement.

Steve Spangler’s impact on Littleton Public Schools spans over three decades. What began in the classroom has become a legacy of helping educators throughout our district bring learning to life. The Engagement Effect is filled with the same strategies and mindset that Steve has shared with our teachers—tools that help create powerful learning experiences and meaningful student connections.

Whether it was connecting 1,600 students through a human circuit or challenging our principals to create their own ‘Best Day Ever’ moments, Steve Spangler showed us that engagement is more than a buzzword—it’s a mindset. The Engagement Effect is a blueprint for how he thinks, plans, and inspires at the highest level.

We’ve had Steve Spangler on stage at the Innovative Schools Summit enough times to know this—he shows up with purpose and delivers every time. He brings engagement, connection, and ideas that stick. The Engagement Effect isn’t just a book—it’s a behind-the-scenes pass to how he does it, and why it works.

The strongest brands don’t just sell products—they create experiences that connect, inspire, and build trust. That’s what we saw when Excelligence acquired Steve Spangler Science. Steve’s work has always gone beyond science, products and speaking; it’s about sparking curiosity and cultivating engagement. The Engagement Effect distills that mission into a powerful playbook for leaders and educators who want to elevate every interaction into something meaningful, memorable, and transformative.

Steve Spangler doesn’t just teach—he ignites. In The Engagement Effect, he shares a powerful blueprint for creating experiences that inspire action and build trust. This isn’t just a book about communication—it’s a call to lead with authenticity, generosity, and intention.

Steve’s ‘Best Day Ever’ moments have inspired our teachers and administrators to create their own unforgettable moments for students and staff. When one of our principals told me that her teacher had done more hands-on science in 3 months than she had done in 30 years, I knew we had struck gold with Steve Spangler’s approach to engagement. He doesn’t just inspire others ‘to do’, he inspires them ‘to be’ – the best version of themselves. This book clearly illustrates how he does it, and why it matters.

At the American Payroll Association’s Annual Congress, we’ve always believed in creating experiences that educate, connect, and inspire. Steve Spangler brought that vision to life—most memorably when he connected nearly 3,000 attendees in a single, electrifying STEM demonstration. The Engagement Effect captures the heart of that moment and the strategy behind it. This book is a valuable guide for anyone committed to elevating how people learn and lead.

Steve Spangler is the most powerful motivational speaker I’ve ever heard. As CEO of Frog Street, we invited Steve to help us transform our annual Splash conference into a truly unforgettable experience.  His ability to engage early childhood educators through hands-on learning and powerful storytelling elevated our conference and stimulated educators to strive for greatness. The Engagement Effect captures the same energy, strategy, and heart that made Steve’s work such a vital part of our community.

Over seven seasons of the television series, DIY Sci, Steve Spangler has inspired viewers to roll up their sleeves, ask questions, and create unforgettable memories through hands-on learning. His passion for making STEM education accessible and exciting comes through in every episode—and every page of The Engagement Effect. This book is a brilliant guide to designing experiences that connect, captivate, and stick with you long after the experiment is over.

For over 20 years, I had the pleasure—and occasional peril—of sharing the 9NEWS stage with Steve Spangler. He brought science to life with explosions, laughter, and unforgettable moments, but what really made it great television was the connection he created with viewers. The Engagement Effect is the ultimate guide to understanding how he does it.

Steve Spangler helped our entire district kick off a new school year with a powerful message about purpose and engagement. His influence was so profound that we brought him back a few years later to help celebrate our decade-long mission to elevate student engagement. The Engagement Effect captures the same energy, insight, and inspiration he brought to our staff—a must-read for any educator or leader committed to meaningful connection.

For more than 25 years, Steve Spangler has brought science to life on 9NEWS through over 1,800 unforgettable segments—each one designed to spark wonder, ignite curiosity, and inspire joy. In The Engagement Effect, he reveals the proven strategies behind those moments of magic. They’ve captivated television audiences for decades—and they’ll work for you, too.

Few people understand the power of engagement like Steve Spangler. I had the opportunity to read The Engagement Effect early on, and even then it was clear—this book has the potential to transform how we lead, teach, and connect. It’s a timely, essential guide for anyone who wants to make their message matter.

We’ve trusted Steve Spangler to help us create unforgettable moments for hundreds of thousands of educators at Get Your Teach On—and he always delivers. This book brings his passion, creativity, and practical strategies to the page. If you want to inspire people and leave a lasting impact, this is your playbook.