Sometimes it seems like kids enjoy science about as much as they do vegetables. Yet, parents know that an enthusiasm for science can lead to better grades in school and an exciting, useful career in the future. Through science, kids learn to ask questions, to try experiments and to let their curiosity lead them in unexpected directions. Encouraging an interest in science is … [Read more...] about 5 Kids Science Ideas To Make Them Eager Learners
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35 Awesome Kindergarten Math Journal Prompts
A "Summer Math Journal" is a great way to reinforce kindergarten math concepts in a fun, enjoyable, and stress-free way. A kindergarten teacher or a parent can create a math journal booklet by cutting an 8 x 11.5 sheet of blank paper in half. At the bottom of each half sheet, list a set of directions. Create a cover sheet and staple the pages together. These personal math … [Read more...] about 35 Awesome Kindergarten Math Journal Prompts
Benefits of Activity Books For Kids
It’s 10 a.m. on a Tuesday in the middle of June. Both you and your kids are looking forward to them leaving the house and spending the day at the pool. But then there is a crack of lightning. The kids have been cooped up for only a couple hours and the atmosphere already has taken a decidedly “Lord of the Flies” turn. You need to come up with a rainy day activity quick! … [Read more...] about Benefits of Activity Books For Kids
Fun Summer Learning Activities For Kids
Well, believe it or not, summer is right around the corner--and that means having the kids at home again, all day, every day. The summer can be a great time to make memories with your kids, and it can provide really exceptional educational opportunities, but it can also overwhelm you pretty quickly if you aren't prepared for long afternoons of restless children.I still remember … [Read more...] about Fun Summer Learning Activities For Kids
10 Great Children’s Museums Off The Beaten Path
The best thing about a family vacation is not only the bonding time, but the opportunity to expose your children to new experiences and learning possibilities. On anyone's vacation itinerary when traveling with children should be a visit to a children's museum. Don't let the word “museum” be misleading – today's museums are much different from the dusty, ancient exhibits you … [Read more...] about 10 Great Children’s Museums Off The Beaten Path
Hands On Science Books for Kids
I am a science major myself so I naturally encourage my children's interest in science. At this point, we largely explore it through interacting with nature. They also love doing occasional science experiments for kids- we often get ideas from her kids National Geographic magazine. I used to volunteer, in college, to do science experiments at a local elementary school. Kids … [Read more...] about Hands On Science Books for Kids