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Summer Science

My 7-year-old daughter channels Bill Nye the Science Guy on a daily basis. I don’t blame her; growing up, I constantly tried to recreate Mr. Wizard’s experiments in our garage, much to my mother’s chagrin. Since school left out for the summer my mad scientist has stirred up a bunch of weird-looking concoctions from various benign ingredients she found around the kitchen. However, last week she actually got to experiment with real science projects thanks to our “friends” who help staff a Parks and Rec summer program. If you are looking to prevent brain drain this summer consider the following … Continue reading →

Science on a Tracking Expedition

I am very excited to tell you about The Young Scientists Club. The Young Scientists Club is a monthly or bimonthly club that will send your child a complete science kit. This works like any other subscription and you can cancel at any time. The cost is $11.95 per kit plus $4.95 shipping (in the US). So far they have 36 kits to keep your budding scientists busy! You can get a list of the kits on the site. You can enter the clubhouse and get more links to printables, project ideas, and more on the topic of your kit. … Continue reading →

A Review: Great Scientists in Action: Early Life, Discoveries, and Experiments

In my years of homeschooling, one of the most asked questions is, “Which science curriculum should I use?” I know I have asked that same question many times. Then one day I asked that question to a physicist friend of mine. I was very curious what a homeschooling physicist thought was important to teach his children about science and what curriculum he used. His answer was surprisingly simple. He suggested starting out teaching science on the foundation of history. The explanation was that children will learn equations and the periodic table for many years and still may not have developed … Continue reading →

Fifth Grade Science Curriculum

Science in fifth deals with life sciences. This is basically plant biology, human cells and body, and earth science as well. In teaching fifth grade science, in my opinion, you will need two books. I suggest your purchase a Grade 5 science textbook or curriculum set and a book on science experiments. While previously I suggested fun ways to learn science through field trips and other fun activities. Beginning in fifth grade to middle school, however, students should start using books more. Subjects your biology books should are: Biological adaptations: Changes in a species due to environmental stress Biotic communities: … Continue reading →

Third Grade Science Curriclum Part 3

In Part 1 of and Part 2 Third grade Science Curriculum, I discussed several topic that you need to cover while homeschooling in third grade, especially if you want to keep in line with what is being taught nationally. Here the third and final installment of Third Grade Science curriculum. Gravity: Using the timing of a space shuttle flight, follow the events of the astronauts as well as what it is like to be in space. Use this opportunity to also discuss gravity. In addition read about the discovery of gravity by Isaac Newton. Light and color: This is a … Continue reading →

Is it Possible to Make Health Fun and Interesting?

Educating and influencing our children about good health seems like a big deal to us—trying to get them to eat healthy, exercise, avoid smoking, drugs and alcohol, and giving them the information and values we hope will help them make healthy choices and lead a healthy life. But, to our kids, it can just seem boring and just one more thing we are nagging them about. How can we take the “have to” out of health education for our kids and make it fun and interesting while encouraging habits for healthy living? You might be surprised how many fun, interesting … Continue reading →

What Your Second Grader Should Know: Science

Initial experiences in science should be all about observation. I personally believe that one reason kids tend not to do as well in science after 3rd grade is that they were never taught to observe properly. Before your child delves deeply into the world of scientific fact, encourage as much meaningful observation as possible. Ask questions like: describe, what, and show. Encourage details. Of course you will do experiments, and learn facts but your end goal should always be the detailed observation of what you’re studying. After your child starts to observe well, then you can start asking questions like … Continue reading →

Fun Things for Kids on a Royal Caribbean Cruise

Although there are many wonderful vacations designed specifically for families with children, I would highly recommend you check out Royal Caribbean’s Adventure Ocean. You can get involved with rock climbing, ice skating, swimming, and much, much more. The great thing that I loved about this particular cruise was that in addition to there being so much for mom and dad, the kids were never left out. This particular Royal Caribbean cruise was made for families, meeting different interests, energy levels, and ages. I was also amazed at the incredible service. I had been on several cruises in the past and … Continue reading →

More Fun Science Experiments

Here are two more fun science experiments that your kids will enjoy doing. You will enjoy watching their faces as they are awed by science. Egg In A Bottle This experiment wows me every time I do it. It still amazes me how the egg can just slip into the bottle. Your kids will be wowed too. You will need: Large hard-boiled egg with the shell removed Glass bottle/jar with an opening just smaller than the egg Matches Small piece of paper Directions: Drop the piece of paper into the bottle. Then light the match and drop the match onto … Continue reading →

Fun Springtime Activities

Ahh the birds are chirping, the air is beginning to get warmer and the sun is shining brightly. I live in a cold climate area, and while we enjoy many outdoor winter activities, I am always relieved when the tulips poke through the chilled soil and we hear the first Robin song. My children and I love to shake the dust off after a long winter, get back outside and have fun together. Since I am budget conscious, the majority of the activities we do together as a family are little or no cost outings. Try one or more of … Continue reading →