This week on the farm, we harvested honey from our honeybee hives! That's right, the delicious liquid gold flowed into quart after quart jar leaving us all with a slight sugar rush and feeling like a heat stroke was imminent. Why? Let's just say you can't press honeycomb without heat and without getting the honey on your fingers. This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure … [Read more...] about Harvesting Honey with Kids
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Backyard Biology: Frogs for Kids
Have you ever considered having your kiddos raise their own tadpoles? Maybe your child wants to learn more about metamorphosis? If the answer is yes, then I've got some amazing frog resources to help you create an awesome frog life cycle unit study for your kids! *Disclosure: I received Frog Hatchery Deluxe Kit, Live Bullfrog Tadpoles, Large Critter Habitat, and Frog Tadpole Food at no cost … [Read more...] about Backyard Biology: Frogs for Kids
10 of the Best Frog Life Cycle Books for Kids
Are your kiddos interested in frogs? Maybe they have caught a jar of tadpoles in the little pond down the street and want to know more about these slimy amphibians? Here are 10 frog life cycle books that your kids are sure to love! Add these titles to your next frog or tadpole unit study! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. Frog … [Read more...] about 10 of the Best Frog Life Cycle Books for Kids
Backyard Biology Insects for Kids
Looking for a great Insect Unit Study for your kids? Here are some fun learning activities, books, and resources to get your kids immersed in the world of insects! *Disclosure: I received a Home Microscope, Basic Slide Set, Insect Legs Slide, and Space Ant Habitat at no cost and was compensated for my time in exchange for an honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. As … [Read more...] about Backyard Biology Insects for Kids
Fireworks Activities and Books for Kids
Fireworks and Firecrackers are used by many different cultures all over the world to celebrate important holidays and events. Whether it's New Year's or the Fourth of July your child is going to hear the POW and see the dazzling displays of fireworks at some point. Nearly every major holiday from Chinese New Year to Guy Fawkes Day includes these exploding creations. But where did the … [Read more...] about Fireworks Activities and Books for Kids
Fun Brain Activities for Kids
Help your kids learn more about how the brain works with these fun brain activities that are engaging and hands-on! Your brain is the most complex part of your body! It is the part of your body that tells you what's going on around you. The brain even creates the thoughts and feelings that make up your personality! This is definitely a part of the body we need to know more about! The kids and I … [Read more...] about Fun Brain Activities for Kids
Borax Crystal Snowflakes
Borax crystal snowflakes are a fun STEAM activity for children of all ages. Remember STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math! These snowflake crystals are also great if you live in a warmer climate that doesn't see much real snow or if you just want to make some fun decorations! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more … [Read more...] about Borax Crystal Snowflakes
Kids Books about Marie Curie to Inspire Your Little Scientist
Marie Curie is considered one of the greatest female scientists of all time. With her birthday coming up on November 7th, and my sons love of all things science, I felt a post dedicated to kids' books about Marie Curie, and to inspiring little scientist everywhere was needed. I mean, it's not every day that someone wins the Nobel prize, or that someone wins the Nobel prize twice and in two … [Read more...] about Kids Books about Marie Curie to Inspire Your Little Scientist
Hands On Pond Science With An At Home Water Testing Kit
We just had an amazing pond unit study with a water testing kit, pond and water-related books, and a few supplies we already had on hand. I know that not everyone will have access to a pond, but any body of water can offer fantastic learning opportunities! Be it a river, lake, stream, marsh, ocean, or pond, I invite you to go out and explore. There is much we can all learn about the habitats, … [Read more...] about Hands On Pond Science With An At Home Water Testing Kit
5 Days of Harry Potter Inspired Fun
Why not enjoy some Harry Potter inspired fun? We are celebrating the 20th anniversary of the publication of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone and what better way to do that than to spend the next 5 days with Harry Potter! In honor of the 20th anniversary, I created a collection of Harry Potter Inspired STEAM Printable Challenge Cards for my son! STEAM stands for Science, Technology, … [Read more...] about 5 Days of Harry Potter Inspired Fun