Teaching kids about acids and bases doesn't need to be met with groans and complaints. This is a science lesson that can easily be made fun and exciting with a few simple hands-on activities about acids & bases. Here we've provided an intro to acids and bases for kids, as well as five fun projects...
These adorable mini terrarium necklaces are so easy to make. Best of all - the supplies are cheap. This craft puts both "Science" and "Art" in STEAM. Incorporate this art project in a lesson about water cycles. Terrariums are the perfect example and opportunity to see evaporation at work. (We'll dive into the science behind terrariums...
Kitchens aren’t just for parents and making meals! Kids can use kitchen ingredients and tools to learn from kitchen science experiments. Check out the following ideas for fun kitchen science. -----You can download our FREE ebook with 25 STEM Activities here------ 1. Rubber Egg Experiment Materials: Egg White vinegar Glass or jar Cover an egg in a container with vinegar to...
Computer science is an exciting, ever-changing field with a lot to offer. It is no surprise that people of all ages are interested in how to find out more about it, especially children. But what exactly does “computer science” mean, and how can kids get started off learning about it? Finding ways to get kids involved in...
You’re probably familiar with the perks that come with getting students interested in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) classes. It’s no secret that STEM careers are budding. Therefore, furnishing students with the much-needed experience through effective activities and tools can help foster interest in these lucrative and in-demand professions. Furthermore, a wealth of STEM activities adheres...
I recently bought floam for my nephews as a gift, and they LOVED it! You can play with it for hours, making creations. The best part - it's nowhere near as messy as playdough! It got me thinking… I'm pretty sure I can make this! After several at-home science experiments and combinations, I figured out...
Powerful learning doesn’t happen in isolation, which is particularly true for young learners. For this reason, STEM education is crucial. Learning within siloed subject areas doesn’t permit students to grasp the interconnected nature of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology. When we establish connections between what students are learning in mathematics and science and apply that knowledge...
Electricity is a large part of our daily lives. Without it, we would be able to engage in any activities. We often don't know exactly how precious it is until we experience a power outage. Electricity doesn't just involve currents- it also allows individuals to move, think and feel. We explore several different static electricity experiments that illustrate what this natural phenomenon...
Ever since the introduction of mail-order DVDs from Netflix, subscription delivery services have become a growing industry across age groups and species. From KiwiCo to Mel Science, there’s something for everyone, including kids! Subscription boxes for youngsters are more than fun: most are highly educational, too. Whether you are homeschooling your child or supplementing their formal...
STEM Education is a rising fast curriculum. It first began to gain even more notoriety in the early 2000s, receiving several federal grants as a research-based curriculum and is now frequently included in teacher training and development. President Barack Obama even included STEM education in his 2011 state of the union address. Mentioning the great need...