STEM Engineering Activity: Create a Dam
After a rainfall is a perfect time to get your kids outside and do this awesome stem engineering activity. Challenge them to build a dam!
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STEM: Chlorophyll Science Activity
Get up close with the photosynthesis process by painting with chlorophyll. This STEM chlorophyll science lesson will be memorable for all.
STEM Activity: Egg Drop Challenge
Have your kids thinking outside the eggshell with this STEM egg drop challenge. They will be scrambling to design a way to protect the egg.
STEM Activity: Make a Leprechaun Trap
Pull out the recycle bin and let the kids get to work designing and creating a leprechaun trap. This is a great seasonal STEM activity!
Digital STEM App for Upper Elementary
Give your students an interactive STEM experience with a STEM app that’s designed to help them learn and grow right from the start!
STEM Experiments: Dissolving Marshmallows
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…
LEGO STEM Activities for Kids of All Ages
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…
5 Thanksgiving STEM Experiments for Kids
It is almost time to baste our turkeys and dig into some serious pumpkin pie. I am like a kid in the candy store on Thanksgiving, because it is the one holiday that hasn’t been hijacked. Halloween is all about the candy, and Christmas is all about the presents, but Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving is all about the food…
STEM for Kids: 10 Hands-On Science Experiments
If we had to pick just one subject to do all year long that would both keep the kids engaged and help them learn about a ton of things, we’d pick science. Specifically, we’d focus on hands-on science experiments for kids that range from the super messy to the super detailed. Why? Well, science is…
Homeschool STEM: How to Make Snow Science Experiment
So, it only seemed natural that our science experiment of the week was to make snow. I searched for just the right experiment to showcase during the class, but couldn’t find one that was both appropriate to show 4-8 year olds and gave accurate measurements. So, we made our own! How to Make Snow Science…
Homeschool STEM Time! Make an Easy Potato Clock
So, when Super G got a potato clock kit as an early Christmas gift, you know we had to try it out within the first 24 hours. In fact, Super G was the one who couldn’t wait to break open the kit and find some potatoes. We followed the directions, hooked up the potatoes and…
How to Set Up a Chore System for Kids
Doing chores helps build a sense of responsibility and pride that can’t really be taught without firsthand experience. It can help give children structure and be a good stepping stone into the “real world”. And most importantly, having your children do some work around the house can help reduce your workload which is most likely overloaded way…
Being More Mindful When You Have Kids
Feeling like you’re missing out on a lot? Here are some easy ways for being more mindful when you’re alone and with others!
How to Actually Reset After a Long Day of Homeschooling
After a long day of homeschooling it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and exhausted. Here are some practical tips to help you reset and get ready for tomorrow.
10 Real-Life Ways to Help Your Child Read More
Looking for ways to help your child read more? Here are 10 practical ideas that they’ll eagerly take to – even after a day of school!
Thinking About Homeschooling? Here’s the Real Talk First
Thinking about homeschooling? Here’s what you need to know before you dive into it with your family. Spoiler alert: It can be amazing!
Building Health Education into Your Homeschool Life
Not sure how to weave health education into your homeschool? It’s easier than you think! Here’s how to get started!
Why Behavioral Issues in Kids Often Start With Missed Diagnoses
Behavioral issues in and out of the classroom are often signs that something else is going on. But that gets misdiagnosed and here’s why.
How to Teach Children About Health and Saftey Awareness From a Young Age
Not sure how to teach your students about health and safety in a way that will stick? Here are some fun and practical ideas to get started.
Teacher Bullies: How to Handle Being Bullied by Other Teachers
How do teacher bullies act in the workplace? Learn how to identify bullying behavior from other teachers and the steps to address it.