Even though we’re nearly in back to school mode, it is still incredibly hot and summer-like at our house. We wanted to celebrate with yet another screen-free activity for kids. To celebrate with more ocean science experiments, we made a jellyfish in a bottle science experiment. We’ve seen these floating (ha) around online for a …
Science Experiments
After our previous experience with the IDO3D pen, we were incredibly excited to hear that IDO3D was now offering a vertical 3D pen. Vertical 3D pens allow you to write in the air. We decided to test this feature by creating a 3D carbon atom model. It is a fun STEM activity and introduction to engineering activities for …
This simple STEM activity teaches kids all about desert biomes and how they work in a hands-on activity to build a desert biome. Monkey has always loved science experiments for kids. If you so much as mention the word “science” to her, her ears will perk up and she will stop what she is doing …
Nutrition is an important topic in our house. We incorporate nutrition as part of our everyday conversation, and occasionally work it into our STEM activities. Meal planning with kids should equip them to make healthy eating choices throughout life, whether at home or when eating out. My goal is to provide my kids with the …
We’re slowly working our way through all the classic science experiments for kids. Epsom salt crystals are a favorite version of crystal experiments that everyone should try at least once! Use this tutorial to learn how to make Epsom salt crystals. It’s possible to make really big Epsom salt crystals if you create a highly supersaturated solution and …