Flight. In theory it makes sense, but to see it in action makes it seem like magic to me. I think that is why paper airplanes are so much fun. The fact that you can turn an ordinary piece of paper into a flying machine in theory makes sense, but…
Science Experiment for Kids: Balloon RocketI think I have always wanted to be an astronaut. Maybe since birth. The sky is such a big place begging to be explored….and the space suits are pretty cool…. After taking college calculus, it was apparent that anything with heavy math wasn’t my strength. Oh, and I
Science Experiment for Kids: Chip Ship 3One of the great things about teaching at home is that often I learn more than the kids do. This was one of those experiences. I read through the instructions of this science experiment and had my 5-year-old gather the needed materials. While he was counting out 100 pennies, I…
Science Experiment for Kids: Dancing CraisinsExposing children to science concepts can help encourage their curiosity. I find if you can create a situation where they ask WHY?… and you can actually answer it with something coherent and educational, it is a bonus! Often my children ask questions that are difficult to answer at their level
Science Experiments for Kids Teach Curiosity and Problem SolvingI am really excited about what will be happening here at Mom It Forward… over the next few months. I am going to be taking you (and hopefully your kids) through a series of fun and easy science experiments.
As a mom, I find science to be one of the
Science Fair Ideas: Grow Icky Bacteria From Household ObjectsAcross the nation it’s time for ‘Operation Find a Great Science Fair Project’! The scientific method is the main ingredient with creativity and enthusiasm thrown in on the side. Find a topic and ask questions. Then alter your experiment with different variables.
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3 Tips to Choosing and Completing a …
Exploring the World with a Little ScientistKids are natural scientists.
That may be why they ask so many questions.
The questions are easier to take when you think of them as research.…
Younger kids soak up science and math concepts with freakish enthusiasm, yet as they get older often lose their excitement.
Children look at scientific
Teaching Acids & Bases: Red Cabbage Magic Color Changing ExperimentTeaching kids about chemistry can be problematic; the concepts are a bit over their heads. Talking about the PH scale or how ions react will get a blank stare, instead show them how it works with a visual project. By having fun activities, like making a color changing cabbage liquid,…
Science Projects for Kids: Making Goo From Corn Starch
Teaching your kids to love science is as simple as making it fun. The more hands-on, curiosity-building, and messy, the better!…
Kid-Friendly Science Experiment to Teach the Difference Between a Liquid and a Solid
Inserting a little playfulness while comparing the differences between a liquid and a solid makes an
Toys That Make Science Fun: The Solar Airship Soars to New Heights…With the beat of Thomas Dolby’s “She Blinded Me With Science” blasting in the background I eagerly opened each of the three science projects I was assigned to review. Technically, my two sons were probably supposed to be present. But being the cautious parent that I am, I decided to
Buy a cranberry-and-brie cupcake at the Sweet Tooth Fairy, so a donation can be made to prevent bullying.
Date: Wed., May 30
Time: 2-3 p.m. ET
Book: Dad Rules by Treion Miller
