I am beginning to think that Allie associates doing science with eating candy. I guess there are worse things - ha! The other day she said, "Mom, can we do an experiment?" while she was eyeing a box of Valentine candy hearts! How could I resist? Candy hearts were always one of my favorite candy as a kid. They are to Valentine's Day what candy corn is to Halloween. So why not mix science and ... Read More about Valentine’s Day Candy Heart Science
Shadow Science for Groundhog Day!
I am all about teachable moments. I'd like to think when Allie asks me questions, I somehow incorporate science into my answer. But then I have these moments of inspiration - especially around the holidays! And what better holiday to teach my kids about shadows but Groundhog's Day?! This was also the perfect activity to start with the kids while I was making dinner (frozen pizza). Hey, you do ... Read More about Shadow Science for Groundhog Day!
Wood bending Science: DIY Cuff Bracelets
I love browsing Pinterest for do-it-yourself craft projects. But my problem is I'm great at pinning but not always great at doing the project! I love when I find things that 1.) Allie can make with me 2.) are relatively cheap and 3.) involve science (of course!) One day I found an interesting way to make cuff bracelets using wood craft sticks here. I didn't know that wood is bendable if boiled ... Read More about Wood bending Science: DIY Cuff Bracelets
Quiet time, science time: A color explosion
Has your preschooler stopped taking naps? Have they stopped even staying quiet during quiet time? Usually for me after 20 minutes of quiet time, my preschooler is bored. So how did I bust her boredom this past weekend? I reached for this simple science experiment. We were both mesmerized for several minutes! First, we poured cold milk into a bowl and placed a few drops of food coloring in the ... Read More about Quiet time, science time: A color explosion
Why does lemon juice keep apple slices from turning brown?
Have you ever packed a school lunch with fresh apple slices and instinctively reached for the lemon juice to squirt on them? If you are like me, you did this without questioning why lemon juice keeps the apples from browning. I like to think of it as my "mommy intuition". But one day I wondered why this happens and what alternative to lemon juice I could use in a pinch. So yesterday I told Allie ... Read More about Why does lemon juice keep apple slices from turning brown?