Are your kids obsessed with sharks? Folks, my kids love sharks! They have tracked a shark named Lydia for several years around the Atlantic ocean. They've explored sharks with chalk pastels. There are favorite documentaries that make appearances again, and again... Then, there are the books, shark books. These tried and true favorites have been read and re-read for many years. This post may … [Read more...] about 15 Shark Books for Shark Loving Kids
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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
A Picture Book About The Science of Fireflies
Fireflies are such unique insects and captivate children across the world every year. During the summer months, countless children observe the firefly's bioluminescence through glass jars before releasing these wonders of nature back into the night. But how much do your kids really know about the fascinating firefly? I'm thrilled to have discovered the perfect book for learning more about … [Read more...] about A Picture Book About The Science of Fireflies
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
A Picture Book About Shark Science
Are your children obsessed with sharks? These apex predators are a diverse and varied group. My son has had an intense fascination with shark science for years! If your kid loves sharks, then you'll want to read the new picture book about how to survive as a shark to them. Also, this book MUST be read aloud in a Pirate voice... You know like, "Yo-ho-ho" and "ARRR Me Mateys!" I'm pretty … [Read more...] about A Picture Book About Shark Science
A Picture Book About Temple Grandin
Are your children obsessed with science? Do your kiddos love reading books about amazing scientists? Perhaps your child has at one time felt different or that they didn't fit in? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you'll want to read the new picture book about Dr. Temple Grandin to your kids! I am so excited to share this new children's picture book with you! My kid's love … [Read more...] about A Picture Book About Temple Grandin
20 Creepy Crawly Snake Books
When we were checking out books at the library this past weekend, the librarian commented about how our son must love snakes....he does, but the stack of snake books were actually the books our four-year-old daughter had picked out! Whether you love snakes or fear them, you have to agree that snakes are fascinating creatures. From being legless to being able to taste the air with their forked … [Read more...] about 20 Creepy Crawly Snake Books
Easy Rubber Egg Experiment
Easy Rubber Egg Experiment! Yes, easy! It only takes about 5 minutes to set up and then a week's worth of observations. Come see how easy it really is! This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure statement for more information. The children and I had seen a few different rubber egg experiments online and wondered if it was really all that it was "cracked" up to be...see … [Read more...] about Easy Rubber Egg Experiment
Kids Books about Galileo
Kids books about Galileo are a great way to introduce children to this amazing scientist and astronomer! February 15th is Galileo's birthday, so I decided to search out all of the kids' books and fun resources to aid me in teaching our son about the man that designed the first pendulum clock. Galileo improved the telescope and thus discovered sunspots, tracked the phases of Venus, and puzzled … [Read more...] about Kids Books about Galileo