The beauty of science is how play-oriented it can be. Science is about exploration. It is about asking questions and solving problems. And it can be a whole lot of fun when we turn them loose to explore in a relaxed, playful context. Here are 6 wildly popular science kits for kids that promote […]
Science Gift Ideas: Microscope Edition (Day 13)
I still remember that magical Christmas when I opened up an amazing microscope kit. I was over-the-moon excited and we spent hours looking at things under the microscope. All three of us girls enjoyed it even though I was the only one that ended up going on to college to pursue a degree in biology. […]
What Had My Kids Begging to Do “School” on a Saturday…
“Mooooooooooooom. Mooooooooooom. What’s this? Can we open it?” Startled, I look up from my piles of books to inform him that we’ll get to take apart and explore our new squishy human body model next week. Seemingly satisfied with my response, this oldest son of mine wandered off and I focused my attention on pulling […]
Gifts that Spark Nature Explorations: Nature Walk Bag
The great outdoors are so rich with opportunity. Encouraging our kids to explore and delight in the world around us is a powerful way to set them on the course of life-long learning. As I remember back to all of the years of hiking with my parents and having copious amounts of time to […]
Exploring Creepy Crawly Bugs: A Gift Guide (Day 10)
Bugs! What’s not to love about bugs. Ok, they are slimy, creepy, sometimes dangerous, and frequently annoying. But they are also fascinating – especially for our children. I’m sure you’ve experienced this… You are out for a walk with the family, except you don’t make it very far before your toddler squats down to inspect […]
World War I and II Themed Gifts
It seems a bit morbid that several of my themed gift posts have centered around war, but they do have a tendency to shape the course of history and provide a benchmark to place other historical events into context. Today, I want to give some ideas for inspiring exploration of World War I and II. […]