Many parents garden with their children, it is a great learning opportunity! Children can learn about the weather, nature, measuring, tracking, and so much more. But have you ever tried having a WORM farm with your children? I think most parents know that kids typically love insects, dirt, and mud. Lots of children (especially at the younger ages) are fascinated by nature and all the buzzing, gross, colorful, shiny, and fascinating insects that are part of nature. Read this great post from an Entomologist about encouraging this natural love of bugs - Kids Like Bugs: entomology outreach … [Read more...]
Edgar Experiments with Science – Making Elephant Toothpaste!
Today's curriculum lesson was a big hit! The Dr. Day Care Toddler and Preschool classrooms made elephant toothpaste! Try it yourself at home: Materials 16 oz empty plastic bottle (try different shaped bottles and evaluate the results when there's a narrow neck, wide opening, etc.) 1 cup 40-volume hydrogen peroxide (12% solution) Funnel Squirt of Dawn dish soap 3-4 drops of food coloring 1 packet dry active yeast 4 tablespoons very warm water pan with 2-inch sides Take an empty bottle and carefully add 1 cup of 40 Volume Hydrogen Peroxide using a funnel. … [Read more...]
Celebrating Valentine’s Day
How does your family celebrate Valentine's Day? This holiday is a great opportunity for families to celebrate love and show appreciation for the important people in your life. Most kids make or distribute cute valentines to their friends, teachers, and family, but take the experience further by discussing why you are making valentines for each person. Even better, personalize each valentine with something you love about each person. Not only will that make each valentine even more special, it is a great chance to build your child's social emotional skills, language skills, literacy … [Read more...]
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