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…