Inside: This easy sensory bin is a marvelous tool for keeping little kids engaged and happy when you need a few minutes to yourself. The best part is that you can easily adapt to what you have handy, so the play never gets old. Sensory bins are one of our favorite forms of entertainment during…
Author: Eva
Lovely Books to Inspire Kids to Find Their Passion
Inside: Inspiring books that show kids that finding one’s passion is not a linear process. It takes a bit of self-discovery, a lot of learning, and a fair amount of hands-on experience. Were you encouraged as a kid to find your passions, embark on a journey of self-discovery, and find what you love to…
How to be a more Patient Parent: the one simple trick you need in your life
Can you be more patient? Can you be more patient when your two-year old throws himself on the supermarket floor with bloodcurdling screams for seemingly no reason? Can you be more patient when you try to put together a nutritious dinner while kids are bickering or demanding your attention every two seconds and…
Magic Gravity Escape: A Surprising Game for Kids
Inside: This indoor kid activity has an element of unpredictability, a giggle factor, and a lot of science. Science? Yep! Learn all about gravity, inertia, and how to make inertia work for you, while having a load of fun. All through the long Chicago winter, we keep the cabin fever at bay with a ton…
31 Children's Books for January
Inside: Children’s book suggestion for every day in January – unforgettable stories, creative plots, and imaginative illustrations. Click each month to be taken directly to that list: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, and December. January is the first month of the year, and its name comes from the Latin word for “door.” Think of January…
The Magical Science of Christmas Cookies (experiments + recipe)
Inside: Your budding chemists will be delighted to try these cookie experiments. You’ll be delighted, too: our recipe uses only the healthiest ingredients, so your kids can learn some science while getting a healthy snack. #sweetscience #scienceofchristmascookies Chewy. Crispy. Crumbly. Sweet. Cookies are awesome. Your kids probably think that cookies are pretty…
Frozen Marbles Experiment: What Surface Makes Ice Melt Faster
Inside: Let’s play with frozen marbles and find out what surface makes ice melt faster. It’s a great way to learn some science while having a lot of fun. Ice cubes, especially colored ice cubes, have always been one of those things that all my kids love playing and learning with any time of…
31 Children's Books for December
Inside: Children’s book suggestion for every day in December – unforgettable stories, creative plots, and imaginative illustrations. Click on each month to be taken directly to that list: January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November. When I started my A Book for Every Day of the Year project a year ago, I certainly had a few moments…
Chinese New Year: Multimedia Dragon Art & Puzzle
Inside: Multimedia Dragon Art to get your and your kids excited for Chinese New Year. It’s a fun art project with an element of science. It offers a fabulous way to get your kids to think differently, explore textures and patterns, work on fine motor skills, and even practice cooperation if you decide to turn it…
