1. 10+ of the BEST Nerf Target Games

    October 11, 2024

    Make your own Nerf Target Games for a birthday party or just an afternoon at home! Planning a Nerf birthday party? Or just need something for the kids to do?…

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  2. Straw House STEM Challenge

    September 24, 2024

    Kids of all ages will enjoy this Straw House STEM Challenge! I really love open-ended building activities for kids, and it's even better when the materials are inexpensive and readily…

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  3. Hands-On Activities for Fractional Parts of a Number

    September 8, 2024

    Hands-on Activities for Teaching Fractional Parts of a Number Understanding fractions is usually fairly easy for kids to grasp. They can easily draw lines dividing a rectangle into halves or…

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  4. 5 Engineering Challenges for Kids (Cups, Craft Sticks, and Cubes!)

    August 25, 2024

    Inspire kids with these 5 Engineering Challenges with Cups, Craft Sticks, and Wood Cubes! Such simple materials, and yet we have been having a blast building all kinds of amazing…

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  5. Cool Science Experiments for Kids

    July 28, 2024

    Science Experiments for Elementary and Middle School This post was updated in July 2024. Here's a collection of cool science experiments that kids will love! I've chosen experiments that use…

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  6. Water Filter Science Experiment

    June 18, 2024

    This water filter science experiment is the perfect addition to any earth science unit! It's easy to do, and students of all ages will enjoy this science activity. I would…

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  7. Paper Plate Marble Track

    May 31, 2024

    Build your own paper plate marble roller coaster with supplies from around the house! Here's an engineering challenge for kids that is SOOO much fun to build and play with.…

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  8. Build a LEGO Balance

    February 26, 2024

    Here is a fun LEGO® math activity - build a balance out of LEGO® bricks and compare the weights of different objects. This math activity works well for kids in…

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  9. Toothpick Twirlers Science Experiment

    February 9, 2024

    Make some Toothpick Twirlers! This is a fun science experiment for kids, and all you need is paper, scissors, tape, and some toothpicks. This post was updated February 9, 2024.…

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  10. Make a LEGO Mechanical Puzzle

    February 4, 2024

    Use your LEGO bricks to construct a three piece mechanical puzzle! My kids were really impressed with this! It's such a fun project for kids who like to tinker. When…

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