Did you know that Halley's Comet - the most famous reoccurring comet last seen in 1986 - is on its way back from deep space? But no need to pull out your telescope just yet, it won't be near Earth until 2061. So why am I that interested in Halley's Comet if we can't see it for another 37 years? Because when I was 6 years old, I vividly remember going out on a cold night in 1986 to attempt to ... Read More about The Orbit of Halley’s Comet
Top 5 Tips from a Science Fair Judge
Well, it's Science Fair season - again - and I know some feel more like Phil Conners in the movie "Groundhog's Day" when this time of year comes around. So, of course I had to dig out what I looked like when I was going through my Science Fair season in the 90's. Yes, I'm holding notes. Yes, I'm wearing a rain jacket but don't let my 90's fashion fool you - like Phil Conners, I really ... Read More about Top 5 Tips from a Science Fair Judge
A New Year Möbius Strip
Orange Slice Science Ornament
It has become a tradition for my oldest daughter and I to make a "science ornament" every year. When she was very little and I first started this blog, I would peruse Pinterest and cull the crafts to find something - anything - that could teach science while we crafted and of course then share it with you. But this year was different. You see, my oldest is now thirteen with her own amazing ideas ... Read More about Orange Slice Science Ornament
Make Your own Butter Science
If you need a fun easy way to include your kiddos in Thanksgiving this year - make some butter. This was hands down one of the coolest kitchen science experiments we have ever done - and that says a lot because we have done many experiments over the years! What you need: heavy whipping cream, a jar, and a willing shaker😉 What do you do: 1. Pour a jar about 1/3 full of heavy whipping ... Read More about Make Your own Butter Science
4 Halloween Sensory Science Ideas
October really is the best month for science - especially the kind of science that you can touch and get totally grossed out on. Who doesn't remember reaching into mystery boxes as a kid to feel "brains", "intestines", and "peeled-grape eyeballs"? So here are 4 spooky sensory science ideas for that you can add to your Halloween this year with things found right there in your kitchen ... Read More about 4 Halloween Sensory Science Ideas
