In this article, you will learn how to build a magnetic tile pulley system. This is a simple (and fabulous) way to bring some physics and STEM into your child’s play. We were inspired by Mr 2s current favourite book featuring a crane with its long boom. Using magnetic tiles and some household materials, we…
Here is a round up of the best insect and bug toys for toddlers! When it comes to bug themed gift ideas for kids, there are so many varieties that are popular. Play to your child’s interests and you are going to find the perfect match! Encourage your toddlers love for nature while learning about…
Taste-safe or edible water beads are a great alternative to traditional water beads for safe sensory play for your baby and toddler! Tapioca pearls offer the same sensory opportunities as water beads while being completely edible! Parents can relax a little more knowing they provide their babies and toddlers with a great sensory play learning…
A climbing rainbow is a fun and easy science experiment that helps explain the science behind capillary action. That is, all while creating a beautiful rainbow that literally moves before your eyes! The process of capillary action helps water and other liquids move through small tubes or vessels, which is evident in nature every day….
The rubber egg experiment is a classic science experiment that can be used to demonstrate the chemical reaction of vinegar and calcium carbonate. We love watching the magic, or science happen, over the course of the few days the reaction takes. Every couple of hours, I’ll catch one of the kids peering over the benchtop…
Learn about capillary action with this simple coloured celery science experiment! This is a simple, bright and colourful science experiment that offers plenty of visual stimulus for your budding scientist. The coloured celery science experiment is quick and easy to set up and opens up lots of opportunities to learn. Call it magic or be…
The Hidden Colours Experiment is a fun way to explore chemical reactions. All you need are two common household items to create a chemical reaction that will make everything look different all of a sudden! The bicarbonate soda and vinegar hidden colours experiment requires only three ingredients that everyone has at home, which is why…
Rock candy sugar crystals are a homemade treat that’s easy to make with sugar, water and time. All you need is five minutes of your time to create the perfect homemade sugar crystals for any occasion. All while exploring some interesting scientific processes and concepts! DIY Rock Candy Recipe & Science Experiment This recipe makes…
Dapple with a bit of science at home with the kids with this two-part, sensory activity! These Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs are easy to create at home with your toddler and preschooler, using common pantry ingredients! Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs Chemical reactions are fascinating for both kids and parents alike! This Fizzy Dinosaur Egg experiment involves the…
Have fun learning about mass and weight with this easy homemade balance scale! Compare different items, seeing how they relate to each other in regards to size, mass, and weight with this simple DIY paper plate balance scale. Homemade Balance Scale DIY for Toddlers and Preschoolers What is the difference between weight and mass What…
