The Spider Robots are coming. When it is time to introduce your students to Robotics, the Spider Robot is a great option. It is an inexpensive way to introduce the building blocks of robotics. I have used this Robot in my STEM classes for over five years. When I first started using it, my goal was...
We all love receiving gifts in the mail - especially my kids! Do you want to create a recurring activity for your family? Or simply want a great gift for a kid in your life? A STEM subscription box is an answer. It's difficult to plan regular STEM activities with your family. Maybe you've tried different experiments or new science kits...
While there are countless apps, computer programs, or coding robots to help your children learn to code, screen-free time is important. And you better believe you can learn basic principles of programming without sitting in front of a screen! These 10 screen-free coding activities help your children or students learn patterns and syntax that are...
The weather may be getting chilly, but that means plenty of time for fun winter science experiments! This is the time for holiday crafts, exploring snowflakes, and so much more! We've rounded up our favorite science and STEM activities for the winter. 1.Salt Crystal Snowflakes by Living Well Mom Learn about crystallization with this easy experiment....
If you live in an area where snow is a regular occurrence, you can do more than look at snowflake pictures. Learn about snowflakes hands-on by catching, collecting, and observing snowflakes under a microscope. You've likely seen the beauty of snowflakes with just your naked eye. When a snowflake falls on your sleeve or into...
Looking for a quick STEM activity that you can do in 20 minutes or less? This is your answer! You likely already have everything you need to do the Magic Milk science experiment at home right now. Both the prep & cleanup for this experiment is simple. But being "simple" doesn't mean it isn't fun!...
Do you want a quick science experiment to demonstrate chemical reactions? Well, look no further! I wanted to demonstrate chemical reactions, and among the easiest (and most exciting) is the baking soda and vinegar experiment. However, simply mixing baking soda and vinegar didn't seem exciting enough. Instead, I decided to make a game out of...
Let’s face it: Kids need things to entertain them during breaks from school. As tempting as it can be to let them spend their off days watching TV or playing video games, it’s best to keep them busy with guided activities that offer an educational component. We know that no parent wants to force their...
Sometimes you don't have enough time to do a full experiment during class. But, you still want to be able to demonstrate the lesson! All of these science experiments can be done in about 5 minutes! Plus, you likely already have everything you need to do them. If you don't have everything you need, all...
Here is another great (and easy) experiment to demonstrate chemical reactions! We've been busy at our house with experiments with chemical reactions. With this experiment, you may find yourself asking, "which came first - the rubber egg or the rubber chicken?" (Hah! - Cheesy joke, I know.) This one falls at the top of our...