Kids learn best when they are having fun. That’s what makes hands-on learning opportunities, like science and engineering challenges, so valuable in the classroom and at home. You are probably familiar with the growing push for STEM activities for kids. These challenges allow kids to get creative, test out their ideas, and learn while having […]
How to Make a Paper Plate Sundial — Simple STEM Activity
Looking for fun ways to get your child back back in the learning mind-set at the end of summer break? With plenty of sunshine during the summer months, it’s the perfect time to try making a paper plate sundial. Your child will get plenty of practice telling time, learning about the Earth’s rotation and its affect […]
Paper Plate Snow Globe Craft
Winter time is perfect for gathering the kids together and sharing some fun winter crafts for kids. As we watched the snow falling outside our window the other day it seemed like we were looking at a giant snow globe. It inspired this fun paper plate snow globe craft. Last week’s snow, followed by […]
Make Learning about Fractions Fun with This Hands-On Activity for Equivalent Fractions
Fractions can be confusing. Sometimes it is hard for kids to understand how fractions fit together to make a whole. Manipulatives are a great way to help kids visualize tricky math concepts. I decided it was time for us to make our own fraction manipulatives that we could use in different hands-on activities for equivalent fractions. […]
Paper Plate Crafts for Summer
The end of the school year is quickly approaching. Soon it will be time for water balloon fights, camping, trips to the swimming pool, and fun summer kids crafts. Summer is busy. These summer paper plate crafts are a simple way to squeeze in craft time. Summer Paper Plate Crafts This simple Paper Plate Seagull […]
