Andrea Knight

Teacher · Learner · Author

The Changing States of Matter

THE CHANGING STATES OF MATTER I think food makes most things better, even science. My now-grown daughter would add that her fourth grade teacher's Munchie Math was her favorite math experience ever, and is apparently the only reason she understands fractions to this day. Clearly food can be a hook. That being said, did you know you can make ice cream in a plastic bag? It's one of those … [Read more...]

Easter Science Fun

So, we had oozing pumpkins in October, a floating feast for Thanksgiving, windy blizzards in December, "Luva-Lava Lamps" on Valentine's Day, and a magic rainbow ring for St. Patrick's Day... so much holiday science fun!   And now it's time for Easter.  (Which means Spring Break is close, my friends, and that is definitely worth celebrating!!) This Easter Science set … [Read more...]

My Little Einsteins

Science rocks! So I actually have to do very little to motivate kids in this area. They're naturally curious... they ask endless questions... and they touch everything. Isn't this the work of scientists?   At the beginning of the year, before we really dive into any specific science study, I want to set the stage for the work we'll be doing all year.   Step One:  What are … [Read more...]

St. Patrick’s Day Science

If you're the type of teacher to plan far ahead (the rest of us are jealous of you btw) check out these fun St. Patrick's Day science activities. They're holiday-inspired investigations, kid-tested and easy to set up. The resource includes five different experiments, so there are a few options to consider when scheduling your lessons. Pick and choose your favorite lessons to do. Do one a … [Read more...]

Valentine Science: Cupid’s Target Practice

This fun investigation is the last of the five in the Valentine Science pack. (You can read more about the other 4 activities in earlier blog posts from this week.) This one plays on the idea of Cupid and the arrows he uses to help people fall in love. Since helping people fall in love is a pretty important job, Cupid should probably do a little target practice, right? The Investigation This … [Read more...]