Did you know that igneous rocks form when hot magma from a volcano cools? And that the word ‘igneous’ comes from the Latin word ignis, meaning ‘of fire?’ Or that some gems, like sapphire and fluorite, form in a whole rainbow of colours? There are so many interesting facts to learn in this Geology Unit…
Science Experiment: Why Do Leaves Change Colour?
Science experiments for kids are big in our home. My kids love them—and so do I. While teaching Kindergarten, I made science experiments a priority. Kids are so naturally curious about the world around them, and science experiments bring this learning fully to life! This is my ABSOLUTE favourite science experiment of all time—oh…
10 Books PERFECT for an Edible Science Unit Study
Are you ready to discover a super fun—and delicious!—way for kids to discover the basics of physical chemistry and matter? Let me introduce you to… Edible Science! Exploring science through delicious experiments is a wonderful way to get kids excited and eager to learn. Below, you will find 10 books PERFECT for an Edible Science…
Fabulous Fall Science Experiments
I really do love fall. I always have. The beautiful colors, the crisp air, pumpkin spiced everything… and perhaps most importantly, the end of MOSQUITOES! Mind you, this year wasn’t too bad for the guys, but I remember a few years back the mosquitoes in our area were truly out of this world. Our neighbours…
10 Books About the Human Body for Kids
Organs, bones, bodily systems, staying healthy… there is so much to learn about The Human Body! If you have a little one who is fascinated by The Human Body and everything there is to learn, have I got a list for you! A book list, that is: 10 amazing books covering a wide variety of…
Delicious Science Experiments!
I am so excited to introduce you to our newest, and most delicious Family Unit Study that allows kids to discover the basics of physical chemistry and matter with experiments you can eat! Have you been apprehensive to introduce the basics of chemistry in your homeschool and need an engaging unit that both you and…
Bridge Building STEM Challenge for Kindergarten
Children absolutely love a challenge. Just using the word “challenge” can get them super excited to dive into whatever learning experience you set up for them! This activity—from the Kindergarten at Home curriculum’s Dinosaur unit—is no different. Your child will have an absolute blast with this STEM bridge-building challenge for kindergarten! Children build all the…
STEM Activities for Kindergarten at Home
One of my boy’s favourite things in the world is STEM challenges. And guess what? They are becoming one of my favourite learning tools. Could it be? A simple learning setup that I LOVE that my boys LOVE just as much?! Adding STEM (science, technology, engineering, math) activities to your kindergarten (or any grade!) lesson…
A Nifty Nature Belt
It is almost SPRING! And that means only one thing around here … time for all of those nature walk ideas for kids! Here is a post that I wrote many years back, but I think this idea still holds strong (haha! Get it?) It has been a little while since I have last written…
Seed Germination for Kids – The Results!
A little while ago, I wrote a post on seed germination for kids where I showed you exactly how we set up a seed germination experiment using glass jars, paper towels, water, and of course, seeds! In that post, I told you I would do a follow-up post on the seed activities for kids we…