If you know me at all, you know that I thrive in the world of STEM and advocate for other kids to jump into the same world. This deal I cam across from the World Book Fundamentals of STEM it perfect for introducing your kids to fun and easy-to-understand Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math topics. This is A Very Hot Deal on STEM Books For the Kids! Let's look at this offer for getting 2 books for just $1: After that 14-day Trial Period is over: I, personally, would prefer a gift like this for my birthday or Christmas over a new toy. It feeds my brain, fosters my love of science, and also helps build my future. Check it out for yourself, I only suggest things that I like and these STEM books for kids are great! Disclosure: I may have been compensated for this post. If an item is being reviewed, I am not obligated to give a positive review, and I always use my own words. This disclosure is per the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: Guides Concerning … [Read more...]
Our Shining Sun Unit Study
Yup - I am a science geek! I LOVE Astronomy and also sharing that passion with other kiddos. Here is a simple unit we whipped together for helping your budding astronomer with their dreams and knowledge! Our Shining Sun Unit Study is a unit study about our favorite star - the one that keeps our planet alive! With 6 free printable pages of information you can't go wrong and here is more for your learning: Our Shining Sun - Recommended Unit Study Websites and Book Links! Websites: 1. NASA - The Sun 2. Ducksters - Astronomy-The Sun 3. National Geographic Kids - Explore the Sun Amazon Book Links 1. Great Explorations 3-D Solar System 2. The Sun: Our Nearest Star (Let's Read and Find Out) by Franklyn M. Branley 3. The Sun is My Favorite Star by Frank Asch 4. The Sun (Scholastic News Nonfiction Readers: Space Science by Melanie Chrismer 5. The Sun and the Moon by Carolyn Cinami DeCristofano 6. Sun Up, Sun Down: The Story of Day and Night (Science Works) … [Read more...]
15 Edible Stem Challenges For Your Kid
I don’t know about you, but learning something new is so much more enjoyable when food is involved! Our family is big on food, and nothing motivates most kids quicker than a tasty treat! We have these 15 Edible Stem Challenges to help making learning more fun! STEM is all about science, technology, engineering, and math concepts - that we try to break down fo the right level for the age of the kiddo. We like to make learning so fun, that it seems more like play than work! 15 Edible Stem Challenges Whenever I can incorporate it into something that involves learning, well that’s just an added bonus. Edible STEM challenges are a great way to get kids interested in science, technology, engineering, or math and still make it fun! Check out what I found while surfin' the net: Other posts you might enjoy: … [Read more...]
The Living Earth Study Unit
It is no secret that I love Astronomy! I thought I would share a few fun ideas to help with your little Astronomer and I am starting with this The Loving Earth unit study. You will see all of those items ready to print out - right HERE-->The Living Earth - A Unit Study About the Beautiful Blue Planet PDF Want the answers for your student? Amazing Facts About the Living Earth (Answer Sheet) 1. Earth is the beautiful blue __planet____ we all live on. 2. Of all the planets in the __solar system__ , Earth is the only one that supports life. 3. Deep inside of the Earth is a solid ____core____ made of Iron and Nickle. 4. Surrounding the inner core is more Iron and Nickle that is so hot that it flows like liquid. This means that it is ___molten___ . 5. Made of mostly solid (although able to move slowly), super hot rock, the ___mantle___ is around 1800 miles thick. 6. The Earth has a ___diameter___ of nearly 8000 miles, if you draw a straight line right through the … [Read more...]
25 Genius STEM Activities for Kids
STEM activities are a hot topic in the parenting community right now...and for good reason! Kids learn through play and creating opportunities for them to play with these really helps them understand the world practical knowledge. My list of 25 Genius STEM Activities for Kids is a great place to start! For those of you not already familiar with the acronym, STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math. STEM activities are perfect for young minds to get hands-on learning and satisfy their curiosity! If you’re new to STEM projects or are just looking for some new ways to incorporate them into your lesson plans, here are 25 genius STEM activities for kids that I found while scoping out the Internet. Have you any fun sites to share? Pop them in the comments! … [Read more...]
Albert Einstein Free Printable Pack
While March is known for my mom's birthday, it's also the month of the great Albert Einstein's birthday on March 14th. He was a soul after my own heart as I could embrace science AND music -- either future would make me happy beyond belief. Here is a fun, Albert Einstein Free Printable Pack to honor that man. Enjoy! Albert Einstein (/ˈaɪnstaɪn/ EYEN-styne; German: [ˈalbɛʁt ˈʔaɪnʃtaɪn] ( listen); 14 March 1879 – 18 April 1955) was a German-born theoretical physicist who developed the theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern physics (alongside quantum mechanics). It is funny to think that he worked AGAINST the German fatherland in World War Two, but he was one of many educated men that fled Hitler and his influence. It might have had something to do with the fact that the Einsteins were non-observant Ashkenazi Jews, and Albert attended a Catholic elementary school in Munich. Hitler wasn't known for his close relations with the Jewish Sect. Einstein … [Read more...]
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