1. How to Make a PVC Pipe Xylophone Instrument

    This week, we have been exploring the mathematics of music with a homemade PVC pipe xylophone! This was one of those projects that sort of evolved. The boys have been…

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  2. LEGO Baymax Building Instructions

    How to build Baymax out of LEGO®! If you are good, he will give you a lollypop. After watching Big Hero 6 again last weekend, Aidan and I thought it…

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  3. How to Build a Simple Electromagnetic Train

    Here is an interesting project for kids that explores both electricity and magnetism - build a simple electromagnetic train! This intriguing video has been making it's way around Facebook... it's…

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  4. How to Play Sticks (A Finger Counting Game for Kids!)

    How to play "Sticks" - A Finger Counting Game for Kids Aidan is in school for the first time this semester, and he brought home this simple game that he…

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  5. Seven Spring LEGO Ideas! Projects to Build with Instructions

    Seven LEGO® Building Ideas for Spring We woke up to about 3 inches of snow, which is super weird for Texas in MARCH! So let's think warmer weather with some…

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  6. Colorful Chemical Reaction Experiments for Kids

    Here are three colorful chemical reactions to do with kids! This post contains Amazon affiliate links. We've been studying chemistry in our science book (Exploring Creation with Chemistry and Physics),…

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  7. Two Science Experiments with Density

    Here are two simple science experiments for kids that demonstrate the concept of density! This year we have been reading the newest book in the Young Explorers series from Apologia…

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  8. 20 Awesome Nerf Games to Make and Play

    At our house, we LOVE Nerf guns! Here are a collection of the most awesome Nerf games to make and play. This post contains Amazon Affiliate links. Favorite Nerf Gear:…

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  9. Spinning Nerf Targets - DIY Cardboard Toy

    Here's a new spin (ha!) on a Nerf target game for kids! We transformed a cardboard trifold display board into a spinning target shooting gallery for Nerf. It's not necessary…

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  10. Non-Mushy Valentine's Day Card Ideas

    Are your kids looking to avoid lots of love and hearts and mushy stuff this Valentine's Day? Here are some ideas for Valentines to make or print that have a…

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