The third in our series of science experiments. These are a great way to explore the world around you - and for some schools an experiment for the science fair is mandatory. At a loss for ideas? Here's another one to test. We often refer to orange juice, lemon juice, or tomato products as ‘acidic’ but do you (or your child) really know what that means? If there are acidic items in our kitchen what do we call those items that are NOT acidic? The acidity of a liquid is measured on a ... Continue Reading
Kitchen Science: Testing the pH of an Unknown Solution
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Teach the acidity of a solution by using red cabbage!
Kitchen Science: What Can You Learn From a Cup of Water?
October 11, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Teach gravity and air pressure with a simple cup of water and a playing card.
The second in our series of science experiments. These are a great way to explore the world around you - and for some schools an experiment for the science fair is mandatory. At a loss for ideas? Here's another one to test. Children are naturally curious creatures and every day we are presented with teachable moments that we may not even realize exist. Encouraging a child’s natural curiosity will ensure that they grow up wanting to understand how things work and why certain things happen ... Continue Reading
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October 11, 2012 By
Teach gravity and air pressure with a simple cup of water and a playing card.
The second in our series of science experiments. These are a great way to explore the world around you - and for some schools an experiment for the science fair is mandatory. At a loss for ideas? Here's another one to test. Children are naturally curious creatures and every day we are presented with teachable moments that we may not even realize exist. Encouraging a child’s natural curiosity will ensure that they grow up wanting to understand how things work and why certain things happen ... Continue Reading
Science Experiment: The Not-So-Magical Floating Paperclip
September 10, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Show your child the strength of water molecules by floating a paperclip on it.
School is finally starting, but that doesn't mean the wonder of summer has to end. Science experiments are a great way to explore the world around you - and for some schools an experiment for the science fair is mandatory. At a loss for ideas? We're starting a new series of science experiments for you. The Not-So-Magical Floating Paperclip Have you ever gone for a walk with your child and stopped to visit a pond along the way? Often times, you'll see small bugs skimming the surface of the ... Continue Reading
Join the forum discussion on this post Science in the Kitchen: Four Fun Experiments with Eggs
April 6, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Four fun experiments: make an eggshell disappear, hold a spinning egg contest, float and sink eggs, and dye eggs red naturally.
Set aside some of those Easter eggs (or grab a fresh carton) for fun science experiments in the kitchen. You’ll make an eggshell disappear, hold a spinning egg contest, float and sink eggs, and dye them bright red using yellow onion peels. Make an Eggshell Disappear Check out the chalazae. You’ll need: An egg White vinegar Instructions: An egg is surrounded by a thin, hard shell, made of calcium carbonate. Inside, the egg yolk is suspended in the egg white by one or two ... Continue Reading
Join the forum discussion on this post One Tablet, A Different Use for Every Family Member
December 26, 2011 By 9 Comments
Tablets have captivated many family members – both at work and at play, kids and adults alike.
Did you get a tablet for the holidays? Are all the family members clamoring to use it? A few years ago who could have imagined that tablets would find their way into the hands of just about every member of the family, young and old? But, since the first iPad was launched by Apple in 2010, followed by the introduction of the Samsung Galaxy 10.1 Tab and a host of other options since, tablets have indeed captivated many of us both at work and at play, kids and adults alike. Lifestyle and age ... Continue Reading
Join the forum discussion on this post Blog of the Week: 3rd Culture Children
December 4, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The SocialMoms Blog of the Week is 3rd Culture Children – where Raquel shares her love of travel and parenting.
Congratulations to 3rd Culture Children: the SocialMoms Blog of the Week! As someone who has done very little travel in my lifetime, I'm always fascinated by travel blogs, and this is no exception. I love that Raquel is able to talk about parenting while sharing the aspects of their travels to a variety of countries across the globe. SM: What was your inspiration for starting 3rd Culture Children We are a traveling family, with the US Foreign Service. I initially began the blog to ... Continue Reading
5 Reasons to Consider Buying a Tablet Instead of a Laptop
September 13, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Tablets have infiltrated the market. Learn the reasons you may want to buy one over a laptop.
Since the iPad by Apple was first available for purchase in April 2010, a new tech device category was introduced. The tablet. With functions that are in many ways a cross between a mobile smart phone and a laptop, the tablet market has really taken off. We now have the iPad 2, the Android platform with tablets such as the Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1, and other brands. U.S. sales of tablets are expected to double to 24.1 million units by the end of this year, says Forrester Analyst Sarah Rottman ... Continue Reading
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