Science Archives

How Will NASA’s DART Asteroid Mission Work?

November 27, 2021November 26, 2021Melanie Meadors

What is NASA’s DART asteroid mission, and how will it protect us from near-Earth objects?

The OROS Outlier Jacket Pairs High-Tech With Style

November 19, 2021November 18, 2021Jenny Bristol

If you’re looking for smart-looking, versatile outerwear, OROS has you covered. Literally.

New Black Hole Discovered Outside Our Galaxy

November 11, 2021November 10, 2021Melanie Meadors

The same thing that keeps Earth in orbit around the Sun can help us detect black holes: gravity. And that’s just how astronomers using the European Southern Observatory’s Very Large Telescope found a small black hole in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a next door neighbor galaxy to our own.

Interview With Brain Chemistry Expert Loretta G. Breuning, PhD, on the Science of Social Media Addiction

November 9, 2021November 8, 2021Dakster Sullivan

Find out the science behind social media addiction with Loretta Graziano Breuning, PhD, a renowned brain chemistry expert.

2021 Ig Nobel Prize: Beards, Rhinos, and the Language of Cats

September 11, 2021September 10, 2021Evil Genius Mum

The Ig Nobel Prize celebrates science that makes us laugh then makes us think, from beards to rhinos and the secret language of cats.

TOFT: Here Come the Bees

August 13, 2021August 12, 2021Sarah Pinault

If, like Donna Noble, you have concerns about the world’s bee population, consider joining in the summer fun with Toft, spread a few seeds, share some bee facts, and help repopulate.

Mug-nificent Crafts, Presents, and Family Fun With the Cricut Mug Press

June 16, 2021July 2, 2021Sarah Pinault

Released this Spring, the Cricut Mug Press holds the keys to the hobby you never knew you needed. To the craft you will not be able to stop doing. And to exceptionally punny housewares.

Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits: Follow-Up, Almost Three Months In

June 3, 2021June 2, 2021Jenny Bristol

See what we thought of the Leaf’s gardening subscription boxes after the plants had a chance to grow for a while.

Two Fantastic Masks for People With Sensory Needs

May 6, 2021May 5, 2021Jenny Bristol

Learn about two different types of masks for all ages that address specific sensory needs.

Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits: Perfect Garden Starters for Families

March 29, 2021March 29, 2021Jenny Bristol

The Leaf’d Box Subscription Boxes and Education Kits are a fun, packaged way to introduce edible gardening to your kids. It’s a perfect family activity.

Space Junk On the Rise: Cleaning Up Our Act

March 15, 2021March 15, 2021Melanie Meadors

Since the dawn of space programs around the world, space junk has been steadily increasing. Find out why this is a problem.

What I Learned About My Mental Health One Year Into Therapy

February 9, 2021February 9, 2021Elizabeth MacAndrew6

GeekMom Elizabeth discusses her mental health journey for anxiety one year after starting therapy.

Getting Vaccinated Is Nearly Impossible Right Now

January 21, 2021January 20, 2021Marziah Karch

When they announced the COVID vaccine, a lot of us were excited. My autistic son was incredibly excited. This is actually the only vaccine he’s ever begged for. I told him we’d all have to wait our turn. Like many others, I figured it would be a while. It turns out “a little while” turned […]

7 Picture and Photo Essay Books to Teach History to Kids

January 14, 2021January 13, 2021Jenny Bristol3

Here are seven fantastic books that each teach a bit about a different area of U.S. history.

2 Visually Pleasing Science Books for All Ages

December 28, 2020December 28, 2020Jenny Bristol1

Looking for some beautiful but educational books to add to your library? Here are two that fit the bill.

Images by Michael Schwarzenberger from Pixabay, Anastasia Gepp from Pixabay, Vecteezy, History Heroes, Macmillan

Celebrate Healthcare Heroes with History Heroes and Julia Donaldson

November 11, 2020November 10, 2020Sophie Brown1

Celebrate the hard work of our healthcare heroes this holiday season & encourage kids to do the same with History Heroes and Julia Donaldson.

The Challenger Disaster Cover, First Second Books, Background Image by Dimitris Vetsikas from Pixabay

Review: ‘History Comics: The Challenger Disaster’ by Pranas T. Naujokaitis

November 3, 2020November 2, 2020Sophie Brown

‘History Comics: The Challenger Disaster’ by Pranas T. Naujokaitis is a middle-grade graphic novel that explores the disaster in detail.

‘I Believe In Me’ by Cheng Chi Sing (AKA Soolooka)

October 20, 2020October 19, 2020Dakster Sullivan1

Cute illustrations with powerful messages make ‘I Believe In Me’ by Cheng Chi Sing a fun little read about loving yourself.

Hybrid Engine Issues? These Four Tips Can Save You Big Money

August 13, 2020August 13, 2020Ken Denmead2

Whether your hybrid is running like a top right now or you’re working through problems with your vehicle, these four tips can help you keep your car on the road longer rather than selling it for scrap.

Mars Month: ‘Space 2069’ by David Whitehouse Book Review

July 31, 2020Sophie Brown

‘Space 2069’ imagines where humanity may be in terms of space exploration by the time of the 100th anniversary of the Apollo 11 landing.