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…
Category: Winter
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…
Super Easy No-bake Gingerbread Man Ornaments
Inside: no-bake gingerbread man ornaments made with applesauce, cinnamon, and glue. Give it a try! Not only will they look gorgeous on your Christmas tree, but they’re also great for gifting. Making gingerbread man ornaments is a perfect activity for this time of year. But if you always reach for your tried-and-tested salt dough recipe,…
