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Teaching Science through Baking with Kids During Summer

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Teaching Science through Baking

Baking is a fun and tasty hobby. Most people probably wouldn’t compare it with science, but the truth is, it can be used as a tool to teach certain concepts. Here are a few ways of teaching science through baking to children of all ages. Teaching Science through Baking Young Children Quick Breads Younger children are fascinated by cakes and muffins. These are what are referred to as quick breads. The raising (leavening) agent will often be baking soda. The mild acids in a second ingredient, milk, are enough to … Continue reading →

Seven Fun Science Experiments to Do at Home

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Fun Science Experiments

There are a number of fun science experiments you can do at home with kids of all ages. It is just a question of gathering the supplies and making sure you pay attention to health and safety. Choose age-appropriate activities and watch your child’s love of science grow. Seven Fun Science Experiments to Do at Home 1. Large Magnets Get a number of magnets to illustrate attraction and repulsion. Make sure they are large enough so a child can’t swallow them. You can create a maze on a piece of … Continue reading →