One of my favorite science experiments is the DNA extraction lab where kids learn how to extract DNA from strawberries or another fruit. NGSS has it as a high school activity, but I routinely do it as part of middle school STEM activities and even with elementary kids. I think it’s really fun for kids …
STEM Activities
We love STEM activities for kids, but it’s no secret that sometimes, STEM supplies can be expensive. A lot of STEM sets can cost upwards of $500 just for a single classroom. Most teachers and families can’t afford such expensive supplies, which is why I like using household supplies for our at-home STEM activities. One …
Summer is just around the corner, and if you’re looking for a way to keep your middle schoolers learning over the summer, middle school STEM activities are perfect! Summer STEM activities aren’t just about learning, but they are also fun! Your middle school kids will do everything from math practice to engineering without even realizing …
Slime is a fun way for your kids to do a fun science activity and make learning more hands-on. Slime activities are some of our favorite STEM activities for kids, and they’re so easy to put together too. There are so many fun slime recipes out there! These slime recipes are so much fun and …
Who loves getting their hands dirty? When it comes to spring STEM activities, it’s a whole lot of fun to get right in the dirt and feel mud squish between your fingers. Did you know that playing in the dirt could teach kids so much? Over 10 soil STEM activities and hands-on projects to teach …
Slime lovers know that there are 100s of ways to make slime! So sometimes, finding out what to use can be a challenge! Luckily, we’ve got a list of what you need when you want to know how to make slime. But I get messages all the time from readers who can’t get their slime …