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The Tongue: A Marvelous Multitasker!

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The Tongue: A Marvelous Multitasker!

We all know that the tongue can help us taste food and keep our mouth clean, but did you know it can also do so much more? From helping us to speak and producing saliva to playing a role in promoting good posture, kids will be amazed at the amazing things a tongue can do. In this article, we’ll take a kid-friendly look at a range of facts about tongues that often go unnoticed – but should not be overlooked! Our tongue is one of the most amazing parts of our body! It is not just a muscle that helps us taste food, it can do so much more. In fact, our tongue plays a very important role in our everyday lives. This article will explore the amazing things a tongue can do and how it works. Tasting Firstly, let's talk about taste. Our tongue has taste buds that can detect different flavors. These taste buds are tiny, and they work together to help us taste the food we eat. Our tongue can detect five main types of taste: sweet, sour, salty, bitter, and umami (which is a savory … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Science Tagged With: science, STEM

Growing Green Thumbs: The Benefits of Pretend Play Gardening

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Gardening is often seen as a relaxing way to spend an afternoon, but it can also be an exciting and educational activity for kids of all ages. They can develop science, Technology, Engineering, and mathematics skills (STEM) by engaging in pretend play while gardening. This article will explore why pretend play is so important and how it can help foster those invaluable STEM skills. Gardening is a wonderful way to learn about plants, nature, and the environment. It's also a fun and rewarding activity that can be enjoyed by kids of all ages. Gardening is an excellent way to introduce children to this fascinating world and help them develop important skills that they can use throughout their lives. By exploring the world of gardening through pretend play, kids gain valuable skills like problem-solving, analytical thinking, and cultivating responsibility and empathy - all while having fun! This article will provide plenty of resources, such as books and a printable set where … [Read more...]

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Mission Possible: The World of Pretend Play Secret Agents!

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Pretend play is an excellent way to let your imagination run wild and have fun! Have you ever pretended to be a secret agent on a mission to save the world? Well, in this article, we'll explore the world of pretend-play secret agents and what it takes to be one. First things first, what is a secret agent? A secret agent is a person who works for a secret organization and is tasked with carrying out secret missions to protect their country or the world from evil. They're often called upon to use their special skills to gather information, solve problems, and stop bad guys from carrying out their evil plans. It’s Fun to be a Secret Agent Being a secret agent is the stuff of dreams for many kids. Fortunately, engaging in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) activities can help bring their imaginings to life! This article will explore how kids can use STEM activities to become undercover agents. So, what does it take to be a secret agent in the world of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Science, Social Studies Tagged With: science, Social Studies, STEM

Know Your Planet Earth: Learn More About It

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Know Your Planet Earth: Learn More About It

The Earth is an amazing place! It's the only planet in our solar system that supports life as we know it, and it has some pretty cool features. For example, did you know that the Earth's diameter is about the same as the distance from Los Angeles to New York? That's pretty big! Just Right The sun is uniquely placed to provide the perfect amount of light and warmth for life on Earth. If the sun were any closer, our planet would be too hot for Complex Lifeforms. If it were any further away, our planet would be too cold. In fact, out of all the planets in our solar system, Earth is the only one with liquid water on its surface – which is essential for life as we know it! We Can Breathe Earth also has a protective atmosphere which helps to regulate temperature and shields us from harmful space weather. Our atmosphere contains just the right mix of gases including oxygen which we need to breathe. Plant a Tree Speaking of breathing, did you know that trees play a vital … [Read more...]

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Fun with Jellybeans and Toothpicks

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Fun with Jellybeans and Toothpicks

What's more fun than eating jellybeans? Making things with jellybeans and toothpicks, of course! These simple ingredients can be used to create all sorts of fun shapes and structures. So break out the candy and the toothpicks and let your kids' imaginations run wild. What are they made of? Jellybeans are mostly made up of sugar, which is a type of carbohydrate. When you put a jellybean in your mouth, the saliva in your mouth starts to break down the sugar into smaller molecules. This process is called hydrolysis. As the sugar molecules get smaller, they start to interact with the proteins in your saliva. This interaction between the carbohydrates and proteins is what gives jellybeans their characteristic chewy texture. In addition to sugar, jellybeans also contain something called pectin. Pectin is a type of fiber that helps to give jellybeans their shape. Pectin is also responsible for making jellybeans gummy when they're chewed. Toothpicks are made from a type of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Art, Science Tagged With: science, STEM

Complete the Sentence For First Graders

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Complete the Sentence For First Graders

In school, first grade is when many students are first introduced to the concept of a complete sentence. A complete sentence must have two things: a subject and a predicate. The subject is the noun or pronoun that represents what or whom the sentence is about. The predicate is the verb or verb phrase that represents what the subject is doing. It's important for first graders to learn how to identify and write complete sentences so that they can communicate their thoughts clearly and effectively. What Is a Subject? The subject of a sentence is the noun or pronoun that represents what or whom the sentence is about. For example, in the sentence "The dog chased the cat," the subject is "dog." In the sentence "I am going to the store," the subject is "I." First graders should be able to identify subjects in simple sentences so that they can begin to understand how sentences are constructed. What Is a Predicate? The predicate of a sentence is the verb or verb phrase that … [Read more...]

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  • The Tongue: A Marvelous Multitasker!
  • Growing Green Thumbs: The Benefits of Pretend Play Gardening
  • Mission Possible: The World of Pretend Play Secret Agents!
  • Know Your Planet Earth: Learn More About It
  • Fun with Jellybeans and Toothpicks
  • Complete the Sentence For First Graders
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