Articulated grabbers are so fun for a child because it helps them reach things just out of reach. Plus, it becomes a fun game to see what you can pick up! Building an articulated grabber is an...
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Sunset in a Glass: Exploring the light and color in the atmosphere
"Red sky at night, sailor's delight; red sky in morning, sailors take warning". Why does the sky appear red at sunset or sunrise, but not during the day? Why is the sky blue during the day and not...
Even though it's in the 70s here in North Texas, we are still technically in the middle of winter. So then, what better time than now to build a marshmallow igloo and talk about the STEM behind them?...
Convection in Action: Witness how temperature drives convection
Convection is how a liquid or gas moves due to temperature, and it's everywhere from the boiling water on a stovetop to the massive clouds you see in the sky. Actually seeing convection in action can...
We use our reflexes on a daily basis: catching a ball that is flying toward you, dodging obstacles (like toys on the floor), or grabbing a plate before it crashes to the floor. What's going on in...
Most kids love taking baths and enjoy it even more when there's something different involved (bubbles, paint, new toys). I've got a fun addition to bathtime that doubles as a STEM lesson! This...