Paper Rocket Straw Launcher Craft: A Fun Preschool Science Lesson

Hands-on science activities are one of the best ways to spark curiosity in young learners. This Paper Rocket Straw Launcher Craft combines creativity, fine motor skills, and early science concepts into one exciting activity kids absolutely love. Best of all, it’s simple to prep and easy to extend into a full science lesson. In thisContinue reading “Paper Rocket Straw Launcher Craft: A Fun Preschool Science Lesson”

Dry Ice Experiments for Days

I know when you think of kids experiments dry ice isn’t the first thing you think of. However, if you take the proper safety precautions, it can be such a great medium for exploration. I was given a large box of dry ice pellets from my sister-in-law. She received some medication enclosed in it andContinue reading “Dry Ice Experiments for Days”

Benefits of Hide and Seek

I hate Hide and Seek. Yes, I said it. Of all of the games my kids ask me to play this one is the worst. I haven’t liked it since I was a child. I don’t know why exactly, but it just doesn’t work for me. Maybe it was all of the times as aContinue reading “Benefits of Hide and Seek”

Make a Think Tube!

Science at its best is when your children are left thinking. I love challenging my boys to think about what is happening and why? The scientific method is something that is inherent in your children from the day they are born. As they get older, it is our job to make sure that they realizeContinue reading “Make a Think Tube!”

The Coolest Puzzle Game Ever!: Giiker Super Slide

My boys love to do puzzles. They are critical thinkers to a fault. My eleven year old especially likes to figure things out. He enjoys building things, taking things apart, and putting them back together again. I am often surprised and impressed at his abilities for problem solving. There are many times I have toContinue reading “The Coolest Puzzle Game Ever!: Giiker Super Slide”

Mom Win: DIY Light Sabers

If you are looking for something to spark your kids interest in all things electricity you need to try these simple DIY light sabers. Not only are these fun and easy to make, they will also have your kids thinking you are a super genius. I am always looking for fun, inexpensive ways to keepContinue reading “Mom Win: DIY Light Sabers”

Critical Thinking For Kids: How Important Is It?

Critical thinking for kids is one of the most essential life skills they can learn and use. It is necessary in almost everything we do.  Unfortunately, going to school teaches our children the exact opposite of learning to think critically. In school, children learn to repeat back what the teacher or textbook says. They areContinue reading “Critical Thinking For Kids: How Important Is It?”