Ideas and resources
These LittleBits Electronic kits 
are perfect for the geeky child or adult. I know my daughter would love to “tinker” with this kit. There are lots of different kits on their website, including Non-Christmas themed packs. Perfect for Extension programs … Read More ...
With Summer vacations upon us, trips to the beach or talks of doing so, have probably come up in our homes. If you have been thinking of doing a learning lesson of ocean facts for your kids, this post has … Read More ...
With the recent hype of the studying of our “ex-planet” Pluto, there has been a lot of talk of all things outer space. If you’d like to teach your kids a little more about the solar system, or maybe they’ve … Read More ...
This is a wonderful art and sensory idea or lesson plan for kids of all ages, and it would be great no matter what the weather is outside. If it is hot, it can be done outside and the kids … Read More ...
Talk about a fun science experiment that kids of all ages will enjoy. Follow along with the recipe shared on Left Brain Craft Brain and you can show the kids how to make slime that changes color when touched warm … Read More ...
Try mixing together ice and magnets for a fun learning activity for the kids. You can make your own magnetic science activity using a few ice cube trays and a variety of small, magnetic items such as paper clips, pipe … Read More ...
Check out this amazing STEM activity shared by Ana on Babble Dabble Do. She came up with this idea to help her daughter explore more about how chain reactions work. What I love about it is that you can set … Read More ...
Sometimes it can be tough to keep kids interested in learning, especially when it can seem like you are doing the same thing over and over again – like practicing with sight words. Swapna, from The Practical Mom, was working … Read More ...
I love gardening, and I love sharing my passion for it with others – especially kids! This easy and educational project posted by Malia, from Playdough to Plato, is a great way to get kids involved. Follow Malia’s suggestions and … Read More ...
Go dig in your cupboards to find the supplies you need to try this weather-related science experiment with the kids. All you need is a clear cup or jar, some shaving cream, food coloring, and water. Before they did this … Read More ...
If you have a child that likes to tinker and build things, I highly recommend you use the suggestions shared on The Educators’ Spin On It to create an inventor’s box. Not only is it a fun way to facilitate … Read More ...
Okay, so this might not look like a train, but it is a cool science project that the kids will love to make and do. The train car is actually a battery with magnets
attached to both ends and the … Read More ...
If you have ever made a potato clock, or just wanted to, you will definitely want to check out this fun science experiment described by Dayna from Lemon Lime Adventures. She happened across a video explaining how to make electric … Read More ...
Have you ever seen anything like this magnetic slime? I haven’t! Sarah, from Frugal Fun for Boys, saw directions for making magnetic silly putty on Pinterest and thought she would try something similar. She came up with recipe using liquid … Read More ...
It doesn’t matter if you have upcoming lesson plans that includes teaching about the ocean or it you just want to show your kids a neat science experiment, this Ocean Zones in a Jar craft will be perfect!
Jenae, from … Read More ...
