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Extreme weather is a weather event that is unexpected and significantly different from normal weather patterns. Weather around the world is naturally variable, but extreme events are becoming more common and intense. Extreme weather Can be a single short event or take place over some time. More intense than the average type of weather for […]
Today in Around the World in 50 Experiments, we’re heading to Norway! Learn about Vikings, Fjords, Northern Lights and navigating with the stars as we travel to Scandinavia for an adventure. Around the World in 50 Experiments – Norway Norway is a Scandinavian country in Northern Europe, with one-third above the Arctic Circle. It shares […]
A dodecahedron is a three-dimensional shape with 12 faces. The most common dodecahedron ( regular dodecahedron ) has regular pentagons for all 12 faces. There are other types of dodecahedron are made up of shapes that aren’t pentagons but still have 12 faces. These are irregular dodecahedrons. A dodecahedron is one of five platonic solids. […]
Have you ever wondered how a sea is different to an ocean? The two are often used interchangeably, but they have many differences. Differences between an ocean and a sea Oceans are bigger than seas. They cover 70% of the planet and have an average depth of 3800m. Oceans are not contained by land. Seas […]
Healthy Family Habits Planner A FREE gift for you! Really, it’s free. No gimmicks. A simple tool you can use to get some clarity around building healthy family habits in your home. It walks you and your family through an easy step-by-step process that you can print and share as many times as you want. […]
Snowy days are great for exploring the wonders of science right outside your front door. Older kids will enjoy making a snow volcano or designing snowshoes, while younger kids love searching for animal footprints or building mini snow sculptures. If you don’t want to spend too long outside, grab a tray and bring some snow […]
Loaded Baked Potato Soup We lightened up the classic Loaded Baked Potato Soup, but it is just as creamy and decadent! Topped with crispy bacon, cheddar cheese and minced chives, this delicious soup makes an easy weeknight meal and is a definite crowd pleaser! Why We Love This Loaded Baked Potato Soup This crowd-pleasing soup […]
The Earth rotates once on its axis every 24 hours. As it rotates, the sun shines on different parts of it. When the sun shines on one side of the Earth, it’s daytime and nighttime on the opposite side. The Earth is split into 24 time zones. Everyone in each time zone sets their clocks […]
Christmas is over, but I’m not quite ready to face the normality of life just yet, so we’ve been collecting our favourite kid’s science activities for New Year! Make a firework in a jar, firework pictures or film canister rockets to welcome in the New Year. Learn about changes of state with chocolate sprinkle breadsticks […]
It’s the season for baking, but have you ever wondered what makes cakes and biscuits rise? It’s all about the raising agent. This activity uses a basic cookie recipe and different raising agents to find out which works the best. It’s a delicious, fun, festive baking activity for the whole family! You’ll need Basic cookie […]