Summer days are long and sunny. You may be tempted to hide inside in the air-conditioning but there are a lot of great experiments and learning opportunities you can do centered around the Sun. Here are a few of my favorites. Create a Sundial The Sun can be used to tell time, direction and seasons.
Why make a regular sundial when you can make a LEGO sundial? Learn how to tell time by using the movement of the sun with this fun project.
There has been much talk about Growth Mindset the past few years. Many teachers recognize that there are a lot of students who exhibit a fixed mindset. I often wonder when we intro…
Create an Amazing Rainbow Sun Catcher and play with light and shadows in your backyard with this easy DIY project for kids!
Make beautiful nature art using sun print paper and natural items you can find in your own backyard. We'll show you how to create these gorgeous prints.
23+ sun activities for toddlers to use in your preschool classroom or home to teach young children about the sun.
Create your own sundial with this easy outdoor STEM project for the kids that mixes science, math, engineering and even a little history!
Download the worksheet for free at HERE The ability that makes or is ready to make any movement is called energy. We use energy in many different ways. Heat energy, light energy, and sound energy are three of the many energy forms. We can get energy in different ways which are called sources of energy. For the human body, the energy source is food. Food needs heat energy to be cooked. The sun is the main heat and energy source of the Earth. Vehicles run on gasoline, many machines work with electricity. The wind, sound, and gravity are other examples
Being Welsh (and of course, very proud), I always struggle with my conscience that I cannot speak the language of my country. Welsh is a beautiful language and I wish I had been more interested at …
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So you've downloaded a couple of German apps, read some books, picked up a few phrases, and then you finally get on that flight to Berlin or Munich, eager
Learning about different weather in kindergarten is a valuable educational experience for several reasons. Firstly, it helps children develop an early understanding of the world around them, fostering curiosity about natural phenomena. Secondly, exploring various weather conditions, such as rain, sunshine, snow, and wind, introduces young learners to basic scientific concepts. This early exposure lays the groundwork for comprehension of seasonal changes and their effects on the environment. Additionally, studying weather in kindergarten promotes language development as children learn vocabulary related to weather terms and expressions. Ultimately, integrating weather education in kindergarten not only engages children in hands-on and sensory activities but also encourages an early appreciation for nature and the elements.
Solar Science Experiments for Kids are a fun way to teach children about renewable energy sources. These experiments are geared for children ages 5-10.
Written by Jamie Martin, editor of Simple Homeschool and founder of Steady Mom Ages of my children: 7.5, 6.5, and 6 Educational Philosophies I Pull From: Waldorf, Leadership Education, Unschooling When I had two children, both still toddlers, I planned out their entire education for the next 15 years. I spent hours drawing charts, researching, …
After watching a movie about fish friends, do some hands-on learning about the coral reef to make school fun and exciting
Learning their address will be fun for your little ones with this cute and educational printable address worksheet. They'll love pretending to address the envelope to a friend or family member and even add a stamp. Use for homeschool or just a fun and educational activity to do with your preschool and kindergarten aged kids. Great for an "About Me" theme. Fill in their address for them then let your kiddos fill in the rest. Learning to write their address will come easy and it's such an important skill to have. Perfect addition to your preschool curriculum or for pretend play (Let's play Post Office!). Choose between a United States version (street, city, state, and zip code) or Canadian version (street, city, province, and postal code). ::: I N S T A N T ♥ D O W N L O A D ::: **This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD. No physical items will be mailed to you.** After purchase you will receive an email receipt with a link to download your purchase. You will receive a PDF file for printing on regular 8.5”x11” paper. I recommend printing on heavy card stock and laminating for durability. ::: S H O W ♥ O F F ::: I’d love to see you and your little ones enjoying your new learning activity! Be sure to tag me @arrowsandapplesauce and use #applesaucemama. ::: T H E ♥ L E G A L ♥ S T U F F ::: This printable is intended for personal use only. Not for resale. You may not copy, alter, or share these digital files. Thank you! See my shop policies for more info.
Learning about self care before starting school is so important, so we came up with a fun game to learn how to properly wash our hands.
Help your little ones learn their address and phone number with these fun printable activities, plus a cute FREE About Me interview page!
I’m always amazed when I read aloud to my daughter – she’s so busy with other tasks that I don’t think she could possibly be listening. But when I ask,...
Easy and fun, the Sunflower Seed STEAM activity is the perfect way to combine creativity with inquiry-based learning!
Free printable Sun Safety colouring picture. A free printable colouring picture for you to print - Stay Safe in the Sun
Art thou ready to read Shakespeare? But of course! Here you will finde instructions, assignments, definitions, explanations, and other sundry ‘stuff’ which will make reading ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ a zephyr – that is, a breeze! This approach focuses on seeing the big picture, with only the most interesting of extra information included for thine own interest. Read the words of the beloved Bard aloud! Write some of your own! Explore the themes of ‘miscommunication’ and ‘a big fuss about nothing’. . . learn about comedy and tragedy, fashion, and Shakespeare’s humour . . . examine the text one more time, looking for details ‘divine and rare’ . . . memorize a few lines . . . and hark! It is done! Included here are the following: seven separate sections each containing assignments and information; a glossary of Weird Words, a Biography, and Summaries of Acts and Scenes. This text is well-suited to homeschoolers who do not anticipate putting on the play, or doing other activities that involve collaboration with numerous other people. It is especially aimed at students who are not yet familiar with Shakespeare’s plays, and who will benefit from a light-hearted but meaningful approach to reading them; however, I do recommend beginning with ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’ or ‘Julius Caesar’ before proceeding to the slightly more challenging ‘Much Ado About Nothing’ and 'Macbeth'. The sections and assignments are as follows: Hark! Methinks I’ll Read the Play (read aloud and learn about types of humour in Shakespeare’s plays) Hark! What Do I Understand? (copying, list, translation and learn about terms/roles/society in the 15th century when the play takes place) Hark! Methinks I Hear A Voice! (memorization of a conversation or a song, learn about the songs of Shakespeare’s theatre) Hark Methinks I’ll Look Again (underline certain features, learn about ‘comedy’ and ‘tragedy’, and whether Much Ado is one of these – or both!) Hark! Methinks I’ll Write Mine Own (Choose between a 5 paragraph essay on the theme of ‘misunderstanding’ or a report on the topic of ‘a big fuss about nothing’ within the play. Detailed guidelines are given. Learn about the importance of telling the truth in Shakespeare’s society.) Hark! Methinks I’ll Draw Awhile! (Contemplate the appearance of characters within the play, learn about ‘fashion’ in the play and in Shakespeare’s time and place.) Stay, Good Friend - There’s More! (Glossary of Weird Words, Brief Biography, Summary of Acts and Scenes, List of Characters And Their Relationships to One Another.) Parents should be cautioned that the play contains mature elements that are not appropriate for students younger than 12. Note: You may use your own edition of the play if you prefer, or use the complete, easy-to-read, printable edition of the play that is available for free in the Canadian Winter Homeschool Materials store.
Summer months mean lots of time in the sun. Don't let the harmful rays hurt you. Learn about sun safety with these free resources.
We're often asked about feng shui money plants. What, why, how? You're in the right place! Read on to learn more about these so-called feng shui money plants.
Here are two easy ways to make a sundial with your kids and help them learn to tell time.
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It is important to provide learning opportunities throughout the Summer. The key is to plan a summer schedule that works for your family.
