by Don Chinnici | Aug 29, 2020
Penny Science Introduction May 23 is Lucky Penny Day, but pennies are fun any day of the year. Don’t believe us? Try out some of these cent-sational ideas! Making Pennies Look New Materials 15-20 dark, dirty pennies ¼ cup white vinegar (or lemon juice) 1...
by Don Chinnici | Aug 29, 2020
Original Thinkers Organizational psychologist Adam Grant discusses the concept of “originals” and shares the unexpected habits they all seem to share Think About It Adam Grant says he passed on investing in Warby Parker because creators did not have a...
by Don Chinnici | Jul 21, 2017
The Science of Candy Introduction Candy is for more than snacking! Explore ways to use candy to learn more about science and the world around you. Our sweet ideas include: blowing up a balloon without air testing the acid content of candy chromatography making a...
by Don Chinnici | Jul 21, 2017
Movie Night Introduction Virtually everyone likes movies, and this activity embraces the “filmophile” in all of us. Movie Nights lend themselves to both the whole-group and divided-group format, so choose which works best for you. Supplies The movie! (see Preparation...
by Don Chinnici | Jul 21, 2017
The Summer Seven: Seven Projects for Summertime THE SUMMER SEVEN! Download the PDF version of this activity plan. Summer isn’t just about beaches! Have you been looking for things to do to keep kids cognitively challenged this summer and avoid the dreaded summer brain...
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