Previously here at TNN we talked about incorporating streaming options as a way to encourage a general interest in STEM and Science in general. The general idea being that as screen time is already a part of our lives, using family viewing to explore new worlds. Now that we’ve covered the basic types of programs, I have gone ahead and […]
Exploring STEM and STEAM, especially at an early age, is a great way to open kids up to the wonderful worlds of science and math and the future possibilities that come with them. But trying to encourage an interest in science with textbooks and workbooks is like trying to encourage an interest in cooking with a blender manual. I know […]
Preventing the dreaded ‘Summer Slump’ by keeping kids engaged, active, and curious is an ongoing process. One made all the better with the introduction of a little science to the mix…
In a previous article, we went over some of the basic recommendations for ways to help prevent the “Summer Slump”. Reading and family activities are great ways to keep kids’ minds active and curious during the summer months. Math skills, however, require a slightly different approach. Elementary Summer Math There are about a thousand and games and apps available on […]
“Children are made readers on the laps of their parents,” – Emilie Buchwald
12 Picture Books, 14 Middle Grade, and 12 YA recommendations to meet your Summer Reading needs.
These are super easy to make and can be readily scale-able, adjusting for kids as young as five or as old as thirty-three, as the case may be.
Ever dreamed of working with animals all day every day? Ever wondered what it is REALLY like to work at a zoo?… want to find out?
Yes, you read that right. Pink Floyd has been lying to us all along…
(why am I saying this? I’m 29, I don’t listen to Pink Floyd…)
We have combed through the Internets list of ‘fun cute fall crafts!’ to find a few fall crafts that, not only will you actually enjoy doing, but will want to keep for next season.
As we creep closer and closer to that magical time which is All Hallows Eve, the iconic images of the holiday are all around us. Pumpkins, spider webs, witches, black cats and, a fond favorite of mine – BATS.
