Gravitrax remains one of our favorite toy systems, this time, we’re taking a look at the Jumper and the Tunnels expansions sets. Read More
Yet More Gravitrax Expansions – Are These the Best So Far?
Tag Archives: STEM
5 Fascinating Illustrated Children’s Books From Quarto
I want to share five Quarto titles that I have recently read and that I hope you and your family will love reading together. The books are presented in roughly age-appropriate order. Read More
Itty Bitty Buggy Inspires Imagination and STEM Learning
National STEM Day is right around the corner. If you are looking for a way to interest your kid in STEM or looking for a fun new project for your little geekling then check out the Itty Bitty Buggy by Microduino. Read More
‘MYnd Kraft’: 7 Programming-Based Card Games in 1
MYnd Kraft is a card game based on programming principles that is suitable for kids age seven and up. It is currently funding on Kickstarter. Read More
‘The Brain Train’: All Aboard the World’s First Mathematical Railway!
The “world’s first mathematical railway,” ‘The Brain Train’ from The Happy Puzzle Company is an easy-to-understand single-player puzzle game. Read More
GraviTrax Vs. Q-Ba-Maze 2.0: Comparing Next Generation Marble Runs
GraviTrax and Q-Ba-Maze are Marble Run style building systems which claim to be educational and can be expanded with various stunt pieces. Read More
‘Click’d’: The Programming Was the Easy Part
A glitch in Allie’s viral app has done more than hurt her program. It may also cost her her friends. Read More
Svaha: Comfortable, Nerdy Clothes for Women—With Pockets!
Nerdy, nice looking clothes that break gender stereotypes, are comfortable and available for a wide range of sizes, AND they have pockets? Sign me up. Read More
Introduce STEM With Little Passports: Science Expeditions
Little Passports: Science Expeditions is a subscription service aimed at kids aged nine and up that introduces a new scientific field every month. Read More
Outdoor STEM With Fairy Houses!
I love this time of year! After a New Hampshire winter, it feels so good to shed those layers and spend the afternoon outdoors. I love how happy my kids are at the end of the day. I love their little muddy fingers, their filthy smiles. I love the sediment in the bathtub–the sign of a day filled with adventure. Read More
UN International Day for Women and Girls in Science
Saturday, February 11th, is UN International Day for Women and Girls in Science. Check out ways to get involved in your community. Read More
bionicTOYS Flex-Bricks: Because Nature Is Flexible
Nature is flexible which is why you should check out these LEGO compatible flex bricks now on Kickstarter. bionicTOYS are great for construction-based play. Your children will learn physics as they play! Read More
Hour of Code 2016: Unplugged to Fully Connected
The Hour of Code website, www.code.org, provides lessons ranging from no computer necessary to all online making Hour of Code 2016 accessible to all. Read More
Make Bath Time Educational with Tub STEM
I do not think you need to spend much money to have some STEM fun. My children have enjoyed STEM challenges using cardboard boxes and broken pool toys. They have built forts and fairy houses. And one time I make a tinker kit for only $5.
That said, I spent a little money on our Tub STEM and the learning and peace has been priceless. Read More
A Weekend of Family Fun at the Portland Mini Maker Faire
The Maker Faire is, of course, a celebration of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). Improbable machines, hands-on activities, and lots of robots. I moved to Portland from the Kansas City area, where we had a large regional Maker Faire. You’d think that Portland’s smaller, Mini Maker Faire would be a bit of a… Read More
Fostering a Love of Science in the Early Years
Early science education should be far more hands-on and fun. It’s important to foster a love of science in the early years. Read More
Ignite an Interest in STEM With Groovy Lab in a Box
With all the monthly box subscriptions available on the market these days it can be tough to choose. As an educator mom and unexpected homeschooler, we have tried a number of monthly subscription kits over the years. Some are fantastic and some are anything but… and then there is ‘Groovy Lab in a Box’, which is amazing. Read More
Science and Technology Tailored to Tweens: StemBox
If you’re looking for a STEM kit that dives deep into concepts, StemBox could be the box your tweens look forward the most every month. Read More
The Science of Fiction: Mudbloods
Fiction is great for science. I might even contend that it is a necessary contributor of some of the greatest scientific discoveries. Read More
K’nex Builds Interest In STEM
K’nex sets presented at Toy Fair have some issues, but earn a thumbs up from both mom and kids. Read More