Can you make Rudolph Fly? A Christmas STEM Project
| | | | | | |

Can you make Rudolph Fly? A Christmas STEM Project

Can you make Rudolph fly? It’s actually more about making him fall and then fly. This STEM Project is a great lesson on buoyancy that goes slightly past the sink or float type tests! Why STEM Projects are Important STEM is such an important area for kids to learn about, engage in, and be exposed…

Harry Potter Inspired Amortentia (Love Potion)
| | | | | | | | | | | | |

Harry Potter Inspired Amortentia (Love Potion)

 This Harry Potter love potion doubles as a science experiment and a yummy treat. Learn about acids and bases with a bit of potion making fun. Combine little glass bottles, a tasty drink, and Harry Potter and we’ve got a good afternoon for the kids.  Make it a science project and you’ve got a happy…

5 Ways to Introduce the Periodic Table of Elements
| | | | | |

5 Ways to Introduce the Periodic Table of Elements

Do you try to introduce concepts well before necessary so it doesn’t seem like such a new topic?  I’ve noticed this trend and I really like it.  Royal (7) just started multiplication – a very very basic multiplication.  But this way, when he really needs to learn it, it won’t be this completely new concept. …

Christmas Tangram Cookies for STEAM Fun
| | | | | |

Christmas Tangram Cookies for STEAM Fun

My kids love STEAM projects and they love holidays.  And I think their love of both is for similar reasons.  Both STEAM and Holidays take us away from the norm and provide a fun escape.  So activities that combine STEAM and holidays?  That’s bound to be a success.  Activities that combine cookies and math?  Even…