One afternoon my sons had loads of questions about cats, mainly how cats see and why cat eyes appear to glow in the dark. Why do cats’ eyes glow? Maybe you’re wondering “Can cats see in the dark?” Why not, right? Their eyes glow. It seems like a reasonable conclusion. So I set off researching […]
Science Activities for Kids
Science Activities for Kids
These science activities are great for preschoolers through elementary. Science experiments can often apply to a wide range of ages. Activities within this category include chemistry, physics, life science, and earth sciences.
Furthermore, the learning doesn't have to stop at the end of the activity. In other words, these science activities are the gift that keeps on giving with printables and further learning ideas to extend the lessons.
Peruse Science Activities Below
How to Build a Magnetic Car with Your Kids
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Kids love learning about magnetism! Building a magnetic car is simple and packs a big punch with science learning. Plus children have a great time! Magnets? Cars? Sign me up! This post includes steps on how to build a magnetic car. What is Magnetism in Simple Terms? Magnetism is defined as “a physical phenomenon produced […]
Not to Be Missed Engineering Books for Kids
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Learn four amazing engineering books for kids. Yes! Introduce kids to the power of creating and inventing with these science books. Engineering for Kids – Where to Start I continue coming back to Project Based Learning where children imagine, build, and create in their learning. The most basic way to think about this type of […]
Easy Rocket Craft – Perfect Space Themed Project for Preschoolers
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As I journey down our homeschool path, I have a few homeschool “bibles” from which I source activities and ideas for preschool learning. For example, one of these books is Rachelle Doorley’s Tinkerlab: A Hands-On Guide for Little Inventors. This book is accessible, beautiful, and filled with easy crafts (like the rocket ship craft in […]
Chemistry for Kids – Introduce Budding Scientists to Amazing Resources
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Science hooks kids. Let’s face it, that is pretty amazing. So, as the adults in their lives, we need to nurture that initial excitement and sense of awe. Science makes it easy for us. You’ve seen the myriad of science experiments we’ve done over the years with electricity, chemistry (we really like magic sand, for […]
The Ultimate List of Light Energy Experiments for Kids
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I scoured the internet to discover the BEST activities to explore light. This post includes dozens of light energy experiments for kids to keep you and your kids busy. Light Energy Experiments for Kids Build Your Own DIY Spectroscope from Buggy & Buddy Kids will LOVE to make their own DIY spectroscope! The best part […]