-
Fall Math for Kids: How Heavy is a Pumpkin?
September 22, 2016
Here's a fun fall math activity for kids! Build a simple PVC pipe balance that will allow kids to investigate the weight of a pumpkin. And really, there is nothing…
-
Make a Balloon Pinwheel Science Demonstration
September 11, 2016
Here's a fun science activity that demonstrate's Newton's 3rd Law of Motion, and it's also a lot of fun! Use a straw and a balloon to make a spinning pinwheel.…
-
How to Make Adorable Wood Slice Owl Ornaments and an Owl Tree
August 28, 2016
Here's an owl craft that is both simple and adorable! And if the kids don't want to help with this one, it's a fun and relaxing mom project. We used…
-
Engineering Project for Kids: Build a Straw Roller Coaster!
August 14, 2016
Build a roller coaster for a ping pong ball out of straws, hot glue, and a cardboard box for a base. This STEM challenge for kids is awesome because the…
-
Homemade Carrom Game for Kids
July 24, 2016
A homemade game is a great boredom buster for kids! Here's how to make a simple Carrom game with materials from around the house. When I was young, I enjoyed…
-
DIY Pattern Building Blocks: An Awesome STEM Activity for Kids!
July 17, 2016
These simple pattern blocks are easy to make, and they have been a huge hit with my kids! There are so many ways to learn and discover with this fun…
-
Make a Ping Pong Ball Launcher!
July 6, 2016
Shoot ping pong balls through the air with this fun (and simple!) homemade toy. You probably have everything on hand to make one, and it's a great opportunity to learn…
-
Turn a Cardboard Box into an Epic Marble Run
June 23, 2016
Use cardboard, craft sticks, and hot glue to create an epic marble run! The marbles land in paper cups at the bottom of the track. This is a fantastic engineering…
-
Science for Kids: Make Old Pennies Shiny Again!
June 19, 2016
Here's a simple chemistry project for kids to explore - make old pennies shiny and clean again with salt and vinegar! Why do pennies look dull and brown as they…
-
5 Engineering Challenges with Clothespins, Binder Clips, and Craft Sticks
May 8, 2016
Five engineering challenges for kids - with wooden clothespins, binder clips, and craft sticks! It's a simple STEM activity that kids of all ages will love. Move over, expensive building…
