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…
