A few months ago, when I was first introduced to Pinterest, I came across this idea from Real Simple. I thought it looked like something ...

Did you know that you can build an exploding chain reaction by weaving together popsicle sticks or craft sticks? I saw this post on Pinterest from Mom Trusted, and I knew that the boys would want to try this! (Update: Colored sticks make it even more fun!) The chain stays together as long as you […]

Making straw rockets is a great playdate activity. We also make straw rockets a lot on rainy afternoons. They are so easy to set up, make, and clean up, they’ve become one of my favorite sugg…

This lesson will involve your students in geometry and measurement as they work as civil engineers to design and build their own bridge.

Marble runs make the perfect STEM activity for kids, whether it be at home or in the classroom. Here are 10 super awesome homemade marble runs to get you started! Follow our STEM and STEAM Pinterest board! (This post contains affiliate links.) Now that we’re on summer vacation, we have tons of time to really get …

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Kindergarten Sun Unit Study The other day I shared that I have started kindergarten with J-Bug (5) and why we love My Father's World...

Grab your scissors, grab your glue! Find hundreds of Disney-inspired art and craft ideas for kids of all ages including holiday and seasonal crafts, decorations and more.

Construction based challenges can be excellent projects for encouraging children to think creatively, solve problems and express their own ideas using practical materials.

Enjoy a diy brightly painted marble run that you can make yourself! So much fun!

Physics and engineering turn into boredom buster fun, when you design and build your own balloon powered racers. Best of all, they can be built with simple supplies, and recyclables found around the house. We made our first racer out of a piece of a PopTart box, four milk caps, three bendy straws, a wooden skewer, some tape, and a balloon, with the use of a thumbtack, nail, and a pair of scissors. First we used the thumbtack, and then the nail, to make holes in the centers of the milk caps…

We just can’t get enough of marble tracks at our house! I almost bought the boys a nice wooden set last Christmas, but I’m so glad I didn’t! Making our own has been more fun, and it’s different every time! Last year, we made a marble run with paper towel tubes and other items from […]

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How to make a self propelled boat craft for school projects. Easy STEAM Project for Kids. Learn how to make a homemade boat that floats and moves!

Grab your scissors, grab your glue! Find hundreds of Disney-inspired art and craft ideas for kids of all ages including holiday and seasonal crafts, decorations and more.