Tag: Children
How to make Sensory Play Colors
Exploring the world around us is one of the main activities in early childhood and it’s crucial for this development stage! Touching and putting almost everything in the mouth is nerve-wracking for all parents, but very necessary for a child’s sensory development. There is a solution – provide materials, like sensory play colors, which are both fun to play with and safe to eat
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What to Expect From a Four Years Old Child
Big changes and significant development continue all the way to the end of the fourth year. The expectations can already be familiar (cognitive development, challenges in emotional regulation), but let’s see what exactly can we expect from the four year old child.
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How to Make a Lava Lamp
Can we mix together water and oil? Maybe you already know the answer is no, but do you know why that’s the case? Find out all about the chemical processes behind polarity and learn how to demonstrate it by making a cool Lava Lamp!
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Gummy Bears Osmosis Experiment
Today we will combine two fun activities from our childhood: eating gummy bears and learning about osmosis! Just kidding about osmosis being fun, back then it was a hard concept to grasp. But in today’s experiment, we will show you how to learn this important concept in a fun and easy way
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How to make a Pinecone Christmas Tree
The holiday season is nearing and it is almost time to decorate the Christmas tree. But how about doing something a bit different this year? How about making a pinecone Holiday tree? We can go full creative and make a unique holiday tree or pinecone ornaments.
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How to Shrink a Bag with Microwaves?
Today we will show you magic: we will take one normal size potato chips bag and shrink it! But is it really magic? Of course not, it’s all science! Polymers and microwaves! Let’s explore what is needed to make this cool Shrinking Bag Experiment!
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What to expect from a Three and a half years old Child?
Six months have passed since the last article and as always, time flew away. And as expected there were a plethora of changes and new milestones in child development. From even stronger self-awareness, huge jumps in cognitive functioning to fluctuations in eating habits and emotional regulations. So let’s explore what to expect in the first 6 months after the third birthday.
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How to Demonstrate Air Pressure with Can Crush Experiment
You are probably familiar with blood pressure and its health-related symptoms. But do you know what pressure really is and what effect can it have on our environment? Join us today while we explore this topic with a simple Can Crush experiment
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Fun Activity to Introduce Letters to Preschoolers
Did you notice your child showing an increased interest in letters? If the answer is yes, you are in the right place. This activity for preschoolers will help you introduce and teach letters in a fun and unstructured way. And that will help your child to see how letters are fun and it will keep motivation for more future activities with letters.
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Apple Oxidation Experiment
You probably heard the word “antioxidant” in some health-related articles or commercials. But do you know what antioxidants are and how they work? You will find out today with this simple apple science experiment!
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What to expect from a Three Years old Child?
And here we are! The transition from toddler to a preschooler with a 3 years old child. We can really notice a small person now with her own wishes, needs, and personality. We also noticed new interests and a need for learning about everything around us! So let’s explore what brings the end of the second year!
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What to expect from a Toddler with Two years and Nine Months
And we are in the second half of the third year. Admittingly, it was a less emotionally turbulent quarter compared to the first half of the year. But that doesn’t make it less dynamic! From removing daily naps to longer self-play and boosting immunity (read: putting everything in mouth again), it was another interesting period. So let’s dive in and explore the third quarter of the third year.
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How to Make a Paper Windmill (Origami Pinwheel)
The wind is a magnificent element, wouldn’t you agree? Its power can be devastating, but it can also be utilized for our benefit. One of the best examples is the windmill. Turning pure wind power into electrical energy – amazing! Today, we will show you how to make your own paper windmill with the origami technique.
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What to expect from a Toddler with Two and a Half Years
We managed to reach the second half of the second year. And it was surprisingly stable in terms of behaviors! And by stable, we mean expected. Emotional outbursts, sleeping troubles, and “No” phases are expected so those challenges still remain. But we saw lots of improvements in cognitive abilities so let’s explore what to expect with 2 and a half-year-old children.
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How to Encourage Speech Development in Toddlers and Children
Speech. The ultimate way of communication. We can’t wait for the time when our toddler will start using words instead of, often frustrating, nonverbal attempts at communication. But there is a lot we can do, from the earliest age to encourage speech development and language skills. So let’s talk about things we can do to speed up the speech development in toddlers and children.
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How to make and Use Cipher Wheel
Ever wanted to send a secret message to someone that only he or she will understand? Who didn’t! But there is an easier way than producing your own secret language. Cipher wheel! You encrypt the message with the secret key and only the person who knows that key can decrypt it. Find out how to be mysterious with your own cipher wheel!
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What to expect from Toddler in the First Three Months after Second Year
Hey, do you recall those emotional outbursts and tantrums that parents talk about when mentioning two year old toddlers? Well, I thought that went well with our little one. Wrong! It’s just starting! We must sharpen our patience and prepare for a toddler discovering the world of emotions.
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How to make and solve the Tower of Hanoi
Have you ever heard of the Tower of Hanoi? It’s a great mathematical puzzle that quickly becomes deviously hard! It was invented in the 19th century and since then it’s been used as a way to practice math concepts and algorithmic thinking. Today, we will show you how to make your own version of this popular puzzle and also how to solve it. Difficulty can be modified by the number of pieces, so it’s appropriate for any age.
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What to expect from the Two years old Toddler
Two years have passed! Like the first year, the second one was over in a blink of an eye. And how can we sum it up? It seems like even more major things happened in this last year. Walking, talking, communication, imagination… Now you see a small person, not just a helpless baby. Let’s explore the final two months of the second year and what we can expect from our toddlers.
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How to Make a Cardboard Projector using Smartphone and Magnifying Glass
How cool would it be to show the video of your awesome vacation to all your friends at a party? How about watching the big screen movie while outside? Hm… If only you could make your smartphone into a portable projector, but that’s only a fantasy… Or is it?! Today we will show you how to make a projector using the smartphone, magnifying glass, and an ordinary shoebox.
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Learn to Program with Scratch
Programming is one of the most popular and useful skills these days. But let’s say it’s not one of the easiest skills to master. But learning to program doesn’t have to be tedious and it can be really fun! Meet the Scratch – programming language that children and beginners will love. Scratch will help you learn to program and create awesome things really fast.
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What to expect from the Baby in Twenty-first and Twenty-second month
Another two months passed. Two more and our girl will be 2 years old! But this period still contains a lot of surprises and rapid development. From speech, and emotions to awareness and new behaviors. Let’s dive in to see what can we expect from a toddler in twenty-first and twenty-second month of life
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How to make a Castle from Toilet Paper Rolls
You would probably be surprised if you count how many rolls of toilet paper you throw out every month. Have you ever thought: “Is there a better way to use those same rolls?” Like by doing something creative? If you are looking for some ideas on what project to make, you are in the right place. Today, we are making Cardboard Castle!
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How to make Christmas Reindeer Decoration
It’s Christmas time and that means decorations are everywhere! But rather than buying another set of sparkling lights, why not try to make decorations yourself? The beautiful scent of cinnamon is an extra touch that will make it even more special. This is a great Christmas activity in which you can practice your artistic and engineering skills
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What to expect from the Baby in Nineteenth and Twentieth Month
We are nearing the end of the second year! If we had to describe the nineteenth and twentieth month in a couple of words, it would be – super agility and vocabulary explosion. But there is a lot more, so join us in exploring all the interesting stuff you can expect in this period of toddler’s life.
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How to make Sugar Crystals
Everyone tried to make homemade candy at some point. But have you ever tried to make rock candy on a stick? They are not only delicious, but a great way to learn some chemistry. Today we will show you how to grow your own sugar crystals. Tasty science!
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7 fun Activities to Learn Letters and Numbers
Letters and numbers are the foundation for almost all educational activities and knowing them opens so many wonderful opportunities for exploration. But they can be hard and boring to learn…It’s all in the presentation! We will show you 7 great activities for learning letters and numbers
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How to make Origami House
Everyone thinks about their dream house at one point in their life. Today we will show you how to make Origami House which you can design and decorate as you wish! You may not be able to live in it, but you can show everyone what a great eye for design you have
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What to expect from the Baby in Seventeenth and Eighteenth Month
A year and a half are here. And we already caught ourselves reminiscing about the past and talking about how time flies. No, we still didn’t forget jumps in development or difficulties of handling a newborn, but we do cherish the current moments a bit more. Now, after a year and a half, we really see how our little one has grown up.
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How to make bouncy and glowing Egg
What can we do with an egg? Great omelet for one! But did you know that this frail-looking egg is actually very durable? We will show you how to explore its properties and make a fun toy out of it in this cool egg in the vinegar experiment!
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5 amazing Balloon experiments
Everyone loves Balloons! And today we will show you how to make them even more fun. How? With the science of course. We will show you 5 amazing Balloon experiments for demonstrating various scientific principles. Fun is guaranteed!
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How to make Homemade Rocket with Vinegar and Baking Soda
Space…The final frontier. Our mission is to boldly go where no rocket on vinegar and baking soda has ever gone before!
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What to expect from a baby in Fifteenth and Sixteenth Month
Our expectations from toddlers should be more predictable by now, right? Wrong! We are still in a dynamic stage. With wonder week and teething yet again, fifteen and sixteen month old baby brings a lot more surprises. Especially on communication and emotional plan. So let’s dig in and explore together.
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How to make Origami Boat
It’s boating season! So let’s make some boats. It’s not only super fun and simple but also a proven activity for boosting your cognitive and motoric skills. Set sail!
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What to expect from a baby in Thirteen and Fourteen Month
Time just keeps flying. Two months have passed from the last time we were writing and it seems like the whole year is behind us. New words, moving, expressing her will, dreaded vaccination… Well, let’s dig in and find out what to expect from a toddler in the first two months of the second year.
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How to make Origami Pig and Develop Cognitive Skills
Making Origami Pig is an excellent (and fun!) way to boost cognitive skills, creativity, and other STEM skills
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How to learn Fractions Fun and Easy Way
Fractions are hard… Until you visualize them! Join us today and we will show you how to use the superpowers of LEGO to make everything more interesting. Even those pesky fractions!
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What to expect from the Baby in the Twelfth Month
And we are here! End of the first year of the baby’s life. Looking at it in retrospective it really did fly by. Many challenges came, many we have overcome and many are still here. There were many stressful moments but overall, it was a joyful year, full of new discoveries every day. And more and more we hear from experienced parents: “Enjoy while they are little because it will pass quickly and you will miss it.”
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How to make a Homemade Volcano – STEM Science for Kids
Have you ever seen an erupting volcano? Well, you can now with this STEM science activity in which you are making your own volcano!
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What to expect from the baby in the Eleventh month
Almost there! One more month and the first year will be behind us. And what a year. We, as parents learned so much in this past eleven months, but every day there is something new and unknown to us. Baby is changing every day and the eleventh month is no exception. Good thing there is Google and people to learn from who already passed through it.
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How to create amazing structures – STEM Activity for Kids
Do you have some Marshmallows at your hands? Or some Playdough? Or how about some Cubes? Well, then you’re set to engage in some creative and fun building Projects with your Child
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What to expect from the baby in the Tenth month
Here we are at the tenth month of baby’s life. And we thought the worst is behind us. And we were wrong. So wrong. The dreaded 36 weeks old wonder week came and with it whole new challenges. Especially for moms. And dads. And everyone else! But it’s not all that bleak. There are some awesome new skills that have developed so let’s explore what can we expect from little one coming into the tenth month of life.
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Origami Fortune Teller – develop math reasoning skills with origami
Let your child practice his skills with this simple, yet effective origami fortune teller, and have fun with it in the end
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How to make Homemade Playdough and learn Science while doing it
Does your child like to play with playdough? Well, who doesn’t! In this article, we will show you how to make your own playdough and learn science while doing it
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What to expect from the baby in the Ninth month
And with a ninth month of baby’s life, some new, old changes are coming. We hope you didn’t get used to some regular sleeping patterns, because prepare for some changes – again. But with some bad changes, there are some good ones too. Find out what else to expect at the end of third quartile of baby’s life.
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What to expect from the baby in the Eighth month
Time really flies. The eighth month is already here. Sometimes we just need to stop and appreciate all the joys small babies bring (and forget about all the tedious stuff). Because soon, they will grow and won’t need us that much. So expect to give your eight month old babies a lot of kisses and hugs while they still love them.
How To Improve Child’s Working Memory?
Why is working memory important, how to test it and how to improve it? Let’s talk about the ways of how to improve the working memory of your child. Maybe you even find some tips for yourselves!
What to expect from the baby in the Seventh month
Here we are, half a year is behind us. Time really flies with a little one surprising you every day with something new. And don’t think surprises stop here, in the seventh month of the baby’s life. They are just starting to get interesting.
How to make Sensory Sticks for Child Sensorimotor development
Sticks are awesome! From the usual chewing and throwing to drumming and constructing – they are one multipurpose toy. But did you know you could use them to provide an amazing sensorimotor activity for your child? Grab some sticks and let’s get creative
Learning Colors – How to teach your Child about Colors
Learn with your kids about colors in the most fun way possible, through the experiment! In the process, you will be learning colors and something extra – about chemistry in liquids
What to expect from the baby in the Sixth month
The sixth month was all about growing. Growing Hair, teeth, growing number of miles baby crawled, growing crankiness… A lot of growth in one month, but also some other interesting changes. Things are surely heating up!
How to make a cardboard clock and learn to tell the Time
Does your child know what time it is? No worries. Learning to tell the time can be an exhausting process both for you and your child. But if you make your own clock together, learning will be so much more fun! In this article, we’ll show you how to make this awesome didactic toy.
What to expect from the baby in the Fifth month
Oh my God! The fifth month already here? And it feels like yesterday we came back from the hospital. That little fragile bundle that fits in your one hand… We miss those days. Well, not really but we sure miss some low-risk moments when she couldn’t move that much
Challenges of being a parent – Temper Tantrum
Have you ever seen your child in rage? Yelling, screaming and rolling on the floor? Welcome to the tantrum land!
Orange Density Experiment
Will it sink or will it float? Answering that question is one of the favorite activity of the preschoolers. But how can we tell? Stop the guesswork and learn what really determines it. And as a bonus, you can eat an orange!
What to expect from the baby in the Fourth month
Another month already passed? Yep, time really flies! So savor all those little things (even sleepless nights!), they won’t last forever. Your little baby is changing fast and this month is no exception – find out what can you expect in the fourth month of baby’s life
What is STEM and why is it important?
STEM – seems that’s everyone’s favorite buzzword lately and for a good reason. But what does it mean? STEM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering and Math and it’s becoming an increasingly important topic in Early Education.
Your Child’s Cognitive Development
It’s Amazing To Watch Our Children Grow. One Day They Struggle With Some Concepts, But Before You Know It They Master It.
What to expect from newborn in the Second month
Woohoo! Survived the first month and everyone is alive and well. Things will surely be easier now. Umm… Will they? Let’s talk about challenges and joys that second month with a newborn child brings, and how to deal with them.
What to expect from Newborn in First Month
Are you the lucky soon-to-be parent who is expecting a little bundle of joy to come out to this world soon? Well, you probably know there will be some big changes in your life and our goal here is to give you some personal experience and a first month in review with a newborn.
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How to make Fidget Spinner
What is the Fidget Spinner, the little gadget that world has gone wild for? Let’s find out how we can make our own Fidget spinner, what is the science behind it and why is it so addictive to play with
How to make Sensory Bag for Child Sensorimotor development
You probably know how Children just love to touch and squeeze everything they see. Why not fulfill that need with the Sensory Bag? With this great Do it Yourself activity, your Child will learn and enjoy a wide spectrum of sensory stimulus
Homemade Sensory Bottle for Child Sensory development
Looking for some toy that is great for emotional regulation and sensory development? Well, look no further. Find out how you can make your own Sensory Bottle and use it to a great effect
Sensorimotor activities for children
Term sensory play can seem like another fad, brought up to confuse parents and add yet another task to their already overloaded to-do list. However, it’s nothing new and revolutionary, just a name for the many activities that children are naturally engaging in – activities in which they explore the world around them using their senses.
18 signs of a gifted child
What is Intelligence?
What is intelligence actually? There are many definitions but let’s use the simple one: “Intelligence is the ability to successfully overcome new situations and challenges”.
Or my favorite, “Intelligence is the thing that intelligence tests measure”. This last definition shows that this term is still the in focus of many debates and there is no one way to define intelligence. Continue reading
Women in STEM – Encouraging girls for STEM careers
STEM fields are becoming increasingly important, but the number of women in them is still lacking. There are various reasons for this gender gap – culture and education are shaping our interests and abilities. But the good news is we can change that! Let’s talk how to do that and why it’s important
How to make Popsicle Catapult
Mhmm, ice cream… Who doesn’t like it? If you are a fan of an ice cream on a stick or a popsicle you probably threw away many sticks. Not that we count! 🙂 But there are many great ways to use those sticks and today we will show you how to use them to make AN awesome catapult
