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Two Ways to Build a LEGO Paper Airplane Launcher
August 16, 2016
Here are two ways to build a LEGO® contraption that launches paper airplanes! This fun LEGO® building challenge combines STEM learning and play. This would be a fun building challenge…
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LEGO Minifigure Memory Game
April 6, 2016
Got leftover plastic Easter eggs? Here's a super simple memory game to play with LEGO® minifigures and plastic eggs! Jonathan is way into memory games of all kinds right now!…
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Engineering for Kids: Build a LEGO Water Wheel
July 7, 2015
Here's a fun STEM project for kids that is perfect for warm weather - build a LEGO® water wheel and experiment with fluid dynamics. It was actually not shockingly hot…
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IKEA Hack Lego Table
September 1, 2014
There are SO many awesome ideas for LEGO® tables out there, and yet despite all the Legomaniacs in our house we have never had one! The boys mostly build with…
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Living with Legos: Reality-Based Storage and Organization Ideas
March 25, 2014
Oh, LEGO®. While I do love LEGO® (and the way it keeps the boys creatively busy!), I get weary of the little pieces everywhere. Both couches have LEGO® bricks under…
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Our Chore System
August 21, 2012
Recently, I visited with a friend about how to help boys grow into responsible men. I wrote down the wisdom I received in this post. Since then, we have changed…
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Make a Paper Horse that WALKS!
March 26, 2020
Here's a fun STEM project - make a paper horse that walks on its own! A few months ago, I saw this really interesting project on Pinterest where you can…
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Flower Garden Multiplication Activity
April 2, 2024
Has spring fever set in? Not to worry! This flower garden multiplication activity feels more like play (and art) than work. Put those worksheets aside and grab some dice, paper,…
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Spectacular Snowflake Crafts for Kids
January 5, 2024
Here's a collection spectacular snowflake crafts and activities for kids! Even though we live in Texas where we rarely have snow, I love snowflakes and snow activities! Maybe it's because…
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Pumpkin Pendulums {Fall Science Activity}
October 2, 2023
Here's a fun pumpkin STEM activity! Experiment with your own pumpkin pendulums. This science experiment is so easy to do with supplies you have around your home or classroom, and…