4 Natural Events You Should Explain To Your Kids
Friday, March 31, 2023
Homemade Gummy Bears
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
My daughter has really been into baking because she loves science and she calls each recipe creation a science experiment. And she really isn't wrong. This homemade gummy bear recipe is such a fun one to re-create because it looks like you're creating science too. This is a super fun homeschool activity to teach your children the science of gelatin. When we homeschooled, the part I loved was teaching my children how what they were learning could be used in real life.
Gelatin is a mild-tasting protein derived from the collagen in animal tissue and it's the only protein with the power to thicken liquids. Easy to use, easy to find, and able to assume the flavor and color of whatever liquid it's dissolved in, gelatin is a versatile thickener for both sweet and savory cooking. There are also vegetarian substitutes for gelatin available that are made from carbohydrates.
Holiday Giveaway: Robobaby by David Wiesner, Three-Time Caldecott Medal Winner + robot building kit
Friday, December 4, 2020
I am so excited to share a new picture book from triple Caldecott winner David Wiesner: Robobaby. In this hilarious gem, it’s big sister to the rescue when a new baby is delivered to a family of robots and the adults are flummoxed by technical difficulties.
About the Book: A new baby's arrival is a big moment in any family, even a family of robots. Award winner David Wiesner captures the excitement and fanfare when baby Flange appears—as a crate full of components. The adults bungle the process of assembling Flange, with catastrophic results. Big sister Cathy, with her handy toolbox and advanced knowledge of robotics and IT, hasn't been allowed to help, but in the ensuing chaos she calmly clears up the technical difficulties and bonds with her new baby brother.
Robobaby is an eye-opening blend of the familiar and the fanciful that is laugh out loud funny. Gorgeously illustrated, it joyously celebrates girl ingenuity and maker culture in a fantastically fun way.
6 Tips For Homeschool Science Labs
Monday, March 23, 2020
This post is sponsored by College Prep Science. Copyright 2020 by Greg Landry.
As a mom who works at home and enjoys exploring supplemental education and hands-on learning with my children, I can appreciate tips from a veteran teacher. This post has great tips for an at-home science lab whether you homeschool or want to encourage to further your child's education out of a classroom setting. Thank you Greg for sharing your expertise.
I fell in love with science labs in college and graduate school. I loved being able to “see” the science happening rather than just reading about it. As a homeschool dad and former college professor, I'm passionate about teaching science, in particular, Christ-centered lab science to homeschooled students. But, I know that on average we don’t provide enough lab experience for our homeschooled students – often very little. And, for many of them, that puts them at a tremendous disadvantage going into college – and in understanding how science works.
If you’re a homeschool parent, may I offer a few homeschool science lab suggestions:
Seeing the Solar Eclipse in the Path of Totality {Not So Wordless Wednesday + LINKY}
Tuesday, August 22, 2017
So if you live in the US, then you probably know all about the Solar Eclipse (and might even be tired of hearing about it). We knew this was a once in a lifetime experience and so we wanted to visit the Path of Totality for ourselves. So we rented a hotel room (camping was already full) and we made plans to spend the whole weekend hiking and visiting far away friends.
Viewing the eclipse in totality was truly a once in a lifetime, breathtaking experience.
Viewing the eclipse in totality was truly a once in a lifetime, breathtaking experience.
Encourage Girls' Early Interest in STEM with buddingSTEM
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
We tell our girls they can do anything. Be anything. So, why is it so hard to find clothes for young girls who aspire to explore the universe or dig for dinosaurs? Or for girls who just like trains? buddingSTEM offers a complete line of girls' clothes celebrating science, space, dinosaurs, and other things all kids love!
Join the movement to encourage girls' early interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) and exploration. Let's validate our girls’ interests in these subjects from an early age, and celebrate their opportunity to grow up and make a difference in STEM fields where women are underrepresented today.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
