Find hands-on science activities and practical ideas for teaching science at home from Karri Iverson.
Explorers have used compasses to help them navigate and explore the world for over 2,000 years! A compass uses magnetism to help people navigate their way through water, over land, and while...
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Planning a homeschool year around several children can feel overwhelming. Karri shares practical ways to set priorities, leave room for interruptions, and turn curriculum into a flexible weekly plan.
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Growing up, one of my summer highlights was attending the fireworks celebration on the 4th of July. We lived near a big lake, and the brilliant sights and sounds of the colors...
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Let’s Get Ready for Summer Learning! Summer is a great time for kids to read, read, read! There are library programs with prizes, vacations on the beach, and more time for kids...
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A lab journal gives students one place to record experiments, observe patterns, and see how their thinking grows. Here are five ways it can make homeschool science more organized, curious, and memorable.
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Growing plants from seeds is an investment in your future garden. It’s an affordable, rewarding way to grow the plants you love while involving the whole family in a hands-on science project. ...
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January is the month of the blahs- dreary weather, a long month, difficulty getting back into the swing of things after the holidays, and kids going stir-crazy because they can’t easily play...
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December 26th is National Candy Cane Day—a sure reason to celebrate! This holiday sweet treat is fun to eat and can provide a relaxed way to add some science to your holiday...
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As someone who has trouble keeping plants alive, I’m intrigued by terrariums. I think it’s because I also love miniatures (I have a “hobby” dollhouse I will finish someday when things slow...
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One of the many great things I love about living in the Midwest is experiencing all four seasons. Hands down, my favorite is fall. Right now, the trees are almost at peak...
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It’s the time of year in Michigan when everyone is excited about leaves changing colors and cool evening temperatures. I love these things about living in the northern Midwest, but what really...
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It’s August, and the school year is quickly approaching. I love this time of year! Summer’s heat dissipates, fall is approaching, and our kids are excited to get back to school. Okay,...
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