Category: preschool
Sun Prints and Solar Energy? (STEAM for Kids)
For spacecraft orbiting Earth and for missions to Mars, solar panels are a critical source of energy. They’re becoming increasingly important as a source of renewable energy on earth as well. So, let’s create art using solar energy!
How Big is the Solar System? (Science with Kids)
When we talk about the solar system, it’s easy to picture the planets orbiting around the sun. It’s not so easy to picture their size. Use this project to teach kids how to create a scale model of the solar system.
Messy Paints and Solar System Valentines (Science for Kids)
Several years ago, when the New Horizons spacecraft flew past Pluto, it captured images of a heart-shaped plain on Pluto’s surface. That makes Pluto a great planet to study during February.
Exploring the Deep Ocean: An Easy Craft Project for Kids
The ocean is fascinating. We know so little still about all the incredible, unusual animals that live in the black depths below. Today’s project focuses on one of those creatures–the angler fish!
Finger Paints and Ocean Explorers – An Easy Preschool Activity
Have you every wondered what to do with white paint or black paper? This week’s art project uses both to create an undersea ocean-scape.
Playdough Stamps and Ocean Critters! – An Easy Art Activity
We’ve been reading about ocean animals recently, so we decided to paint a sea star. For this project, we used play dough to create stamps. Then, add finger paints for a bit of messy fun!
Creepy-Crawly Phobias? 7 Simple Activities to Teach Kids About Bugs
Yes, we need bees to pollinate plants. We also need lots of other creepy-crawlies that most people find annoying or disgusting.
