Beguiled by bugs? Then check out these interesting and fun facts about insects! Facts About Insects Insects are everywhere! They’re in the grass, they’re in the trees, they’re in the flowers, and even in the streets! No matter where you are, there are insects. Let’s discover some interesting facts about these little critters. Insects have …
Whether you’re looking for a Thanksgiving science lesson or just need some animal science facts, check out these interesting and fun facts about turkeys! Interesting Facts About Turkeys You may be familiar with turkeys as the famous Thanksgiving Day bird, but there is so much more to them than that! Other than being raised to …
Have your children always been curious about life under the sea? This children’s book about ocean life is the perfect place to start! Underwater Photos Make Ocean Life Come Alive One of the best ways to introduce children to the world under the water is to show them what lives there. That’s why we were …
There are nearly 50 seahorse species living in oceans all over the world! Their resemblance to land horses ranks them among the most interesting creatures found under the sea. This free seahorse craft resource is a fun way for children to express their creativity while learning about seahorses. SEAHORSE FUN FACTS There are so many …
Fascinated by fish? Us too! Learn fun facts about fish and find out what really happens under the sea! There are all types of fish out there. There are fish that live in freshwater and fish that live in saltwater. Some fish are big, other fish are small, and all fish have unique colors that …
Whale facts for kids are a great way to introduce children to these amazing creatures of the sea! Whales are big, beautiful, amazing sea creatures! Whale Facts: Did you know that whales are one of the few mammals that spend their entire lives in the water? It’s true. Want to know more? Keep reading for …
The beginning of school brings to mind the season of fall and of course, apples! This free apple life cycle printable resource is a great way for children to learn all about the life cycle of an apple tree. Life cycle of an apple tree There are five stages in the life cycle of an …
Whether you’re teaching virtually, in class, or homeschooling, you’re going to want to learn more about Boom Cards! There are so many reasons that kids, teachers, and parents love these digital wonders. This post contains affiliate links. What are Boom Cards? So what are Boom Cards, anyway? In a nutshell, they’re interactive, digital, self-grading task …
Find out all about the fish beneath the seas with a picture book that gives you a scuba diver’s view of ocean life! Ocean Education Before my high school chemistry teacher told me I’d never be successful at it, I had always wanted to be a marine biologist. For years I had researched and studied …
Sharks are intriguing ocean animals, especially for kids! Their eyes light up when they talk about a great white shark’s teeth or a hammerhead’s unique head shape. This free shark life cycle printable resource is a fun way for kids to learn all about the life cycle of a shark. SHARK LIFE CYCLE STAGES There …
Love looking at the stars? Make constellations for kids come alive with cards that teach them all about the starry sky. Constellations for Kids Chances are that your kids have asked you once or twice which stars make up which constellations. If you weren’t sure, don’t feel bad. Most of us are a little fuzzy …
There’s just something wondrous about learning why things happen and understanding why they don’t. One of our favorite experiments, no matter how many times we do it, is the Color Changing Celery Experiment. We first did this experiment as part of an online class I used to teach called, Science Sleuths: Exploring the Garden, and it’s …
The weather is getting warmer and with it comes the reemergence of bees in our garden. After the youngest screamed hysterically over a bee flying near her, I figured it might be a good time to break out some of my favorite childrens books about bees. Kids Books About Bees When we’re studying a topic …
Science is best learned (and more fun) when done through easy, exciting science experiments. Read on to learn how to do this easy science experiment that involves putting a pencil through a plastic bag full of water! The Pencil Through a Bag experiment is super easy and quick to do. In a homeschool setting or …
We love at-home STEM experiments and this dissolving marshmallows one is perfect for rainy days! Why Do STEM Experiments? STEM (Science Technology Engineering Math) experiments are great learning experiences for kids because they ask them to create hypotheses about the world around them and then test those out. While some STEM experiments are complicated and …
Make the most of your kids’ toys with these LEGO STEM activities for kids of all ages! If your kids are anything like mine, then there are LEGOs in every nook and cranny of your home! LEGOs are endless in our house, so we decided to find a new way to use them in our …
Spring and summer offer us the perfect opportunities to get outside and soak up the sun. As homeschoolers, that time can be used to sneak in learning and cultivate curiosity. So, why not use that time to start a nature journal? Creating a nature journal instills a deep love of the environment while building so many …
Preschool Science Experiments Science has always been the favorite subject in our home. From making Potato Clocks to doing the Mentos and Diet Coke experiment, we’ve tried a lot of fun science experiments for preschoolers and beyond. Why do science experiments make such a difference in learning? It’s because they give kids a chance to explore, investigate, and …
The stewards of summer and lakes everywhere, dragonflies are not only fun to watch, they’re fascinating to learn about. These tiny insects have some mad skills and are able to do things other insects aren’t capable of. Learn more about them and test your friends’ knowledge of them too! 9 Fun Facts About Dragonflies 1. …
The Diet Coke and Mentos experiment was a blast (literally!) and we learned a lot about nucleation. In fact, it was so much fun that I wrote up our experiment, created observation and tracking sheets, and have uploaded them all for you to use…for free! Read the experiment below or scroll allllll the way to …