DIY Sundial for Kids

Learn how to build a sundial -- a great STEM activity for kids! For years I've been saying that it would be cool to have a sundial in the yard! First, I operate by 'sundial' time more than by a clock -- you know, the "it's just about the ...

18 Ocean STEM Activities for Kids

Head under the sea with these cool ocean STEM activities & projects for kids! We're diving down deep today to explore ocean zones, marine animals and more with these amazing STEM ocean activities that are perfect for a little summer le...

Ocean Layers for Kids: Science & Math Activity

Explore the world under the sea with this Ocean Layers Activity for Kids! We LOVE doing science projects about the ocean's zones and layers each summer!  It just seems like the right time to explore the big blue sea and learn a little...

How Big is a Blue Whale? Outdoor Ocean STEM Activity

FUN ocean science for kids: draw & measure the size of a blue whale with this week's outdoor STEM activity! We are going under the sea to learn about whales with one of our fun Ocean STEM activities. Have you ever really wondered what...

Ocean Zones for Kids: Layers of the Sea Science Project

Learn about oceans zones and layers of the sea with this hands-on animal habitat science project! Every summer, we seem to gravitate toward ocean science projects and learning about the various ocean layers and animals. My kids have alway...

15 Fabulous Books about Forest Animals

Enjoy these gorgeous children's books about forest animals before heading out to explore the woods! Our kids and I have always loved forest animals -- probably because we live in the middle of the grassy plains ;) which is why we love read...

20 Backyard Science Experiments

Try these 20 FREE Backyard science experiments & outdoor science projects that are easy to do and turn your backyard into a giant science lab for kids! As you can tell by our HUGE collection of science experiments & activities for ...

12 Great Building Materials for Kids

A great list of DIY and easily available building materials and construction items for kids! If you have kids or have played with kids, you know they love to build!  Stacking items just seems to be second nature for many children -- a...

12 Earth-themed Lego STEM Projects

Build and learn about the environment with these LEGO themed STEM projects for Earth Day! I love to use colorful, hands-on ways to inspire kids to think about STEM concepts.  And it always helps to fit it to a current event of topic t...

Can You Dye Brown Eggs for Easter? A Fun Science Project!

Kids will enjoy this easy Easter-themed science experiment as we find out -- Can you dye brown eggs for Easter? Thanks to my not-so-quick thinking last Easter, we were treated to an unexpected, yet fun science experiment. During my grocer...

How to Make a Barometer: DIY Science Project

Try this cool & easy science project or STEM activity -- make a barometer to measure air pressure and weather changes! With Spring comes crazy weather! One day it's raining, the next might bring snow or winds so strong they'll push yo...

55 Dr Seuss Science Experiments & Activities for Kids

Explore science this Spring with these fun Dr Seuss science experiments and activities! Read Across America and Dr Seuss week is coming soon - last week we shared some free printable Dr. Seuss games for kids.  This week, we're focusin...

20 STEM Activities Inspired by Kids Movies

These STEM activities & science experiments paired with favorite kids movies are a great way to inspire learning!  I know a lot of families (including ours!) enjoy watching some of the new kids movies that come to theaters or shar...

12 Multicultural STEM Books for Kids

Enjoy these multicultural STEM picture books that are perfect for preschool and elementary girls & boys who love to tinker, create, invent and engineer! You know us, we LOVE sharing great books for kids! And since we also love sharing...

FUN Christmas Science Experiment for Kids

Explore some science this holiday with this fun Christmas science experiment -- can you make Santa's sleigh fly?!! This easy and very cool holiday science activity is perfect for elementary and middle school kids -- it's great for a class ...