Playtime doesn’t have to be expensive or time-consuming. Simple activities like playing catch, building a fort out of blankets, or painting with watercolors can be…
How to Explain General Relativity to Kids
General Relativity is a tricky concept for kids (and adults!) to wrap their heads around. But it’s not impossible to explain–with a bit of creativity.…
The Power of Pictures: 5 Wordless Picture Books
“Before they read words, children are reading pictures.” -David Wiesner Picture books are an essential gateway into the world of literature for children. They provide…
The Truth About Sharing: The Joy of Cooperation
Stop teaching your kids to share. It’s a terrible lesson. Teach them to cooperate instead. The other day I was watching my two young children…
Facts Your Kids Will Want to Remember
There are some things you never forget. So here is a list of random yet educational facts that are wild enough to keep a child’s…
Coloring Page Printable: Summer Bug Pattern
Let’s face it. It is hot outside. The sun is beating down on you, and the last thing you want to do is send the…
10 Riddles for Kids
There’s nothing quite like a good riddle to get those brain juices flowing. Riddles are the perfect way to challenge young minds and get them…
Helping Children Feel Accomplishment
There is no feeling quite like the feeling of accomplishment. It’s a sense of pride and satisfaction from knowing that you’ve worked hard and achieved…
DIY Glow in the Dark Bubbles are Not Safe
I recently came across a DIY kids activity about breaking glow sticks into solutions of bubbles. My reaction was immediate and visceral: this is not…
Noteworthy Back-to-School Photos
Amazon offers a customizable back-to-school chalkboard sign sold by a small business called Paper Blast Store. I have to admit I was a little jealous…