Grow Crystals Heart Shape This awesome activity teaches recrystallization and chemical reactions! Recrystallization happens when a solution of compounds can be dissolved in hot water and then cooled. As it cools, one substance crystalizes (the Borax) and can be removed from the rest of the liquid, which holds the other compound. Materials: – 3 cups…
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10 Sweet Valentine’s Day Ideas For The Family
What are you doing this Valentine’s Day? This year might look a little different, but there are always ways to spread your love. Children and Screens put together 10 sweet Valentine’s Day ideas for you and your family. Remember that we’re all on this journey together. “The difficult periods in our life can also create…
Five At-Home Kids Activities for the Holidays
The holiday break sounds like a magical time with fewer commitments, lazy days cozying up with hot cocoa, and quality, quiet time with family. But in reality, cabin fever sets in and kids complain there’s nothing to do. Even worse, they are glued to their screens all day long and never get off the couch….
Fun for their Noodle and Lets Creativity Doodle
Kadoodle Kids, a new crafts brand for children created to inspire imagination and creativity, is debuting its first product line: four specially themed kits that let kids design masks for themselves and their toys. Featuring markers, glitter pens, pouches and paint stampers, the kits are the perfect way to spark imagination and artistic play for…
5 Healthy Home-Learning Snack/Lunch Ideas to Boost Kids’ Brain Power
By now, many parents and kids have accepted they will be taking part in distance or hybrid learning at least for the short-term. Having nutritious ready-made foods in the fridge will increase the amount of time (and focus/energy) students have to learn from home– not to mention, alleviate some of the stress parents have to…
20 Coronavirus Travel Tips to Keep Your Family Safe
What to do When Your Child HATES Math
Kids hate math for many different reasons. Some find it too hard, others find it overwhelming, and still others are so bored by it that they can hardly bring themselves to complete their assignments. But whatever the reason, nothing ruins a day (and mom’s nerves) like fighting about math. The constant arguing, whining, and crying…
The Clean Medicine Movement & Children’s Health
As parents, we always strive to give our children the best possible care when they’re suffering from allergies or cold and flu symptoms. However, it’s possible that medicating your child with traditional over-the-counter (OTC) medications could cause more agitation than solution. According to a recent study published in Science Translational Medicine, about 75% of a pill…
Fun Party Drinks for the Kids: A Playbook on Healthy Alternatives
Spring is around the corner which means summer is near. With summer comes more parties and family gatherings filled with food, drinks, games and laughter. Whether you’re visiting friends and family or hosting your own party, chances are, your kids will be tempted by an array of sodas and sports drinks that typically permeate these…
Fun Party Drinks for the Kids: Orange Mango Sunrise Spritzer
Here’s another fun drink recipe that kids will enjoy at your next birthday party or family gathering. Remove all of the added sugars and artificial ingredients for this simple-to-make mocktail. Yum Orange Mango Sunrise Spritzer Ingredients1 1/2 oz. grenadine syrup 4 oz. Orange Mango Juice 2-3 oz. club soda Orange slicesInstructionsFill a rocks glass with…