Turning Summer Vacations into Summer Learning By Keara Holmes Summer vacations are a time for fun, relaxation, and new adventures. But just because school is out doesn’t mean learning has to stop. With a bit of creativity, you can turn your family vacation into an...
Maple Sap Science Maple Sap Science Capillary Action & Crystallization Experiment for Ages 8-15 (or younger with grownup help) By Nicole Rhodes, MAT, Lead STEM tutor Learn how to harvest maple sugar and about the physics of capillary action. Make maple candy and...
Valentine’s Day Science Activities Valentine’s Day Science Activities Did you know that you can make slime light up a bulb? How does the heart pump blood throughout your body? How far can you launch a Q-tip? Answer these questions, and come up with more of your...
Popcorn Science Popcorn Science: Edible Explosions By Nicole Rhodes, Lead STEAM Tutor What is hard as a rock, explodes under pressure, but is delicious drizzled with butter? Popcorn! Read on for some history and science of popcorn, then put on your science hat to...
Experiments for Spooky Science: Gooey Osmosis October is a great time of year to put on your Dr. Frankenstein lab coat and mix up spooky potions for some spooky science! Part 1 of 4 experiments for Spooky Science: Gooey Osmosis By Nicole Rhodes, the lead STEAM tutor...