What do you do when you are running out of ideas for science experiments? You get creative. Science is everywhere and in so many things that we do on a daily basis. I have a friend that is always telling me how much she hates teaching science. She doesn’t feel that she has adequate knowledgeContinue reading “Delicious Homemade Gummy Bears”
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Awesome Pour Paint Projects
I find myself wandering the craft aisles at any place that has one. I’m always looking for inspiration and something new. We get tired of doing the same projects over and over again. As part of my curriculum I am constantly looking to expose my boys to something new. I also love to include theContinue reading “Awesome Pour Paint Projects”
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!”
Finger Puppets: Ultimate Boredom Buster
One day when my boys were younger I came up with this idea. They were so bored and it was raining buckets outside. On these days I have to come up with something creative for them to do for my own sanity. Living in the Midwest we always have gloves hanging around that are missingContinue reading “Finger Puppets: Ultimate Boredom Buster”
Easiest Edible Playdough: 3 Ingredients, No Cooking, and Tastes Good!
We’ve all had those days with the kids when the boredom sets in. They start to get whiny and needy. Mine usually start to fight with each other during these times. We look for things to pull out of our hat to keep them occupied and entertained. This is a go-to for us with myContinue reading “Easiest Edible Playdough: 3 Ingredients, No Cooking, and Tastes Good!”
DIY Hover Crafts: Adventures in Air Pressure
Hover crafts are such an interesting concept. With the popularity of hover boards and all things drones, I couldn’t think of a better experiment to teach about air pressure to the boys. Hover crafts move people and items across water, ice, and land. It is also called an Air Cushioned Vehicle. These machines use airContinue reading “DIY Hover Crafts: Adventures in Air Pressure”
DIY Light Sabers
Ready for a fun and exciting way to teach your kids about electricity. Look no further. This awesome science project will have them understanding circuits and having fun at the same time!
DIY Color Changing Cloud Lamp
Okay, so this is one of the cutest crafts we have ever done. It was also easy enough for the boys to do with little guidance from me. I hate it when I pick out an activity and I end up doing most of it while the boys wait for me to finish. I tryContinue reading “DIY Color Changing Cloud Lamp”
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”