Choosing light bulbs for your home has changed so much in the last ten years. How do you decide what’s best? Here’s an experiment children can do comparing light bulbs. Which makes the most sense for the family? Congress passed a law in 2007 that phases out the US production of incandescent bulbs. The old-style tungsten-filament…
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Solar robot activity – frog and grasshopper
Solar robot activity introduces children to building a kit and experimenting with solar energy. Simple kits to build are the solar frog and grasshopper. Safety note: Be sure to explain safety precautions to children. This solar robot activity has very small parts. Eye protection should be used. Disclaimer: All information provided on this site is…
Sun prints – science and art activity
Sun prints using sun sensitive paper is a fun and creative way to learn some science, get out in nature, and make a piece of art. Safety note: Be sure to explain safety precautions to children. The sun paper has chemicals that should not get on skin or clothing. Disclaimer: All information provided on this…
10 physics toys for experiments – STEM activities
Physics toys are toys whose action can be explained using physics principles. That means many toys can be physics toys! Toys are interesting and motivating for children. Make them educational by learning the science behind them! Here are some STEM activities from my collection. Safety note: Be sure to explain safety precautions to children. The…
Magnet activities for STEM kids – and compasses
People have been fascinated by magnetism since early times and kids enjoy magnet activities. This STEM activity uses a variety of magnets to show the force around the magnet and compasses to help show direction of the force. Safety note: Be sure to explain safety precautions to children. The magnet activities use magnets and iron…