I know a lot of people think of Edison as the whiz kid of that time, but Tesla was the real brain! Nikola Tesla Accomplishments out-range those of his competitor and still have a lasting effect. Let's look at a few of them. This booklet I have for you will not only help budding writers, but teach them a little about the legacy of this amazing man and his inventions. Do me a favor (and your kids) do NOT dumb down anything - kids are super smart and CAN grasp concepts. Nikola Tesla Accomplishments and Legacy : AC Induction Motor: An induction motor or asynchronous motor is an AC electric motor in which the electric current in the rotor needed to produce torque is obtained by electromagnetic induction from the magnetic field of the stator winding. An induction motor can therefore be made without electrical connections to the rotor. Tesla Coil A Tesla coil is an electrical resonant transformer circuit designed by inventor Nikola Tesla in 1891. It is used to produce … [Read more...]
The Neverending Story Lesson Plan
Are you ready to go on an adventure with your child? In The Neverending Story by Michael Ende, Bastian finds an old book called The Neverending Story. He finds himself in a magical world of Fantastica and becomes a character in the story. He soon finds out that this world is in danger, and he has been chosen to save it. So, what will happen? The Neverending Story Lesson Plan Enjoy The Neverending Story with your child, then give these various Neverending Story lesson plans and enrichment activities a try. They are a great way to keep the adventure going long after the book ends. Medallion of Protection Craft: In the story, The Empress gives Auryn a medallion to help protect him and keep him safe. In this activity, children can make their own medallion of protection, to either keep for themselves or to give to someone who needs to feel brave. Here is how to get started. Supplies needed:- ribbon- thin cardstock or craft paper in choice of color- craft glue- … [Read more...]
20 Facts About Mission to Mars
Mission to Mars. So many attempts have been made to explore the solar system and various planetary bodies. The planet Mars has been one to attract the attention of man the most. Mars was one of the first known planets discovered by man; Mars is also the fourth planet from the sun and the second-smallest planet in the solar system. It is also true to say it is the closest planet to Earth. I am sure those facts are not strange to most of us, but what we might not know are facts about how man has attempted to explore this planet (Mars), guess what? You are in luck. I will be giving you 20 facts about Mission to Mars. Some of which you have heard about and others you will see for the first time. 20 Facts About Mission to Mars Did you learn anything new about Mission to Mars? Check out some of our other space posts: … [Read more...]
Talking to Tweens without Being Preachy
Talking to Tweens without Being Preachy? Raising kids is one of the most important and less envied tasks for any parent. They quickly change and grow in a short period of time and sometimes we, the parents, become exasperated to keep up with these changes. They become tweens in the blink of an eye. Are we ready for these sudden changes? Talking to Tweens without Being Preachy Your child might come home from school every day and blurts out everything that happened here but one fine day you saw that after his return he is not his usual self. Not anything scary but didn’t exactly behave the way he used to. You get tense and asked him all that happened in the school and probably even asked him, “Why are you not telling me like before?” and he replied coldly “I dunno.” The changes are sudden and will strike you like lightning. This is the time when you speak to your tween on various issues but never sound preachy otherwise he will lose interest and speak less with you. It … [Read more...]
Toilet Paper Roll Crafts for Kids
Are you looking for a fun DIY project to keep your kids entertained? Now that toilet paper is finally back in stock - do you need ideas on what to do with the leftover toilet tubes? The kids are bound to have loads of fun with these toilet paper roll crafts for kids and also learn the importance of recycling. We have sorted out a wide variety of toilet paper tube crafts for kids which are as follows – Toilet Paper Roll Crafts for Kids You can make easy crab craft with the help of toilet paper rolls. It is a perfect summer craft for kids who love going to the beach. Learn how to make Toilet Paper Roll Crab here You can use the dry paper towel and the toilet paper rolls to build a cardboard tube fort for the kids. With a dash of of imagination and extra paint from the garage, one can make a fort to start the kids' battle. Learn how to make Cardboard Tube Fort here The toilet roll butterfly craft is fun to make and looks adorable after completion. Just download … [Read more...]
Try My Seven Wonders Unit Study
Why a Seven Wonders Unit Study? In the Seven Wonders book series by Peter Lerangis, we meet an ailing thirteen-year-old named Jack McKinley. When he awakens on a mysterious island, he meets a secret organization that promises to save his life under one condition. Jack and friends Aly, Cass, and Marco, must retrieve seven lost magical objects called Loculi. When combined, the Loculi can save their lives. The series follows the children as they go on this adventurous quest and use teamwork to save the life of their friend. Enjoy the book series Seven Wonders by Jack McKinley with your children, then consider some of the enrichment activities below. They are an excellent way to follow up on the text, and not only enjoy it further by add an educational element to the experience. Seven Wonders Unit Study Activities: Seven Wonders Puzzle Craft:Here is what you will need to create your puzzle:- assorted large wooden craft sticks- markers or craft paint- pencil Directions:1. … [Read more...]
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