Get ready to make crystal hearts! If you've never made crystals using Borax soap, this is a great time to try it out. It's not difficult at all, but it does take 24 hours for the kids to see dramatic results, so don't save this one for a Friday. You only need a handful of supplies and a little bit of patience. Crystal Hearts Investigation The investigation can be found in my Valentine … [Read more...]
When Scientists Read & Write
Every year, I end up with a class full of students who LOVE science. (I'm guessing you do, too.) Of course, experiments are their favorite... being curious, gathering materials, getting messy, seeing what happens... it's the best. Because science is grounded in what's "real," most of my children also like to read nonfiction. I don't know what your science materials look like, but … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Snow: Holiday Science for Kids
Snow from a baby diaper? With a little imagination, yes. You can purchase snow-making products online, but they're costly and you have to wait for them to be delivered, so why not make your own? It's a really fun holiday science investigation and you only need a few things to make it happen! a baby diaper scissors water baby powder (optional) The children have so much fun cutting … [Read more...]
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