Art + STEM

What makes an object float or sink? Use this jumping rice and raisins activity to explore the question and get a simple STEM introduction to buoyancy. This Jumping Rice and …

Science at home can be simple and fun!  A rainbow water tower is a colorful way to understand water density.  Grab a few household items and experiment. Density is the …

Road trips with the kids don’t have to be a challenge. The key to a peaceful drive is to have the best road trip travel essentials. We spend more time …

What will you do on Earth Day? Let’s show Mother Earth some love! This week explore new ways to support the planet. The stability of life on planet earth greatly …

April’s showers bring May flowers and a whimsical spring book list. Spring begins with hesitant weather, jacketless outdoor play, and a need to refresh the bookshelves. This seasonal list is …

Spring has officially arrived!  We’ve made slime, painted cardboard boxes, and baked up a storm.  A change in weather signals it is time to plant our springtime cup garden with …

Happy March! It’s Women’s History Month, and spring is finally upon us. This month we celebrate women who inspire us. Women who were first, who broke through barriers, paved the …

Holiday decorations are neatly packed away. The excitement of perfectly marketed toys and gadgets has subsided. Now it is time to decide what was a flop and what was not. …

I am usually within earshot of my first grader’s virtual learning classes.  It has been interesting to observe, in real-time, how she engages with teachers and peers.  This experience has …

Over the past few months, our screen time use has definitely increased.  I do not feel guilty – neither should you.   It is totally okay to be flexible during these …