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Science Gifts for Everyone on Your List

By Kristin Moon / Leave a Comment / December 7, 2020 December 7, 2020

While we all want to give the people in our lives something special, it can be hard figuring out something useful (or fun) that they don’t already own. This year, why not consider a science gift? From stocking stuffers, to …

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The Science Behind Anxiety

By Kristin Moon / 2 Comments / September 12, 2020 September 12, 2020

A few weeks ago when my sons headed back onto college campus, I was feeling a bit out of control. My heart and my thoughts were racing, and I realized I was on my way to having a panic attack. …

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The Science of Sweat

By Kristin Moon / Leave a Comment / July 18, 2020 July 24, 2020

Have you ever heard someone say, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity”? What about, “Sure it’s hot, but it’s a dry heat so it’s not so bad”? While you may not have realized it, ultimately both of those expressions …

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10 Fast Facts About Earthworms

10 Fast Facts About Earthworms

By Kristin Moon / Leave a Comment / July 9, 2020 July 20, 2020

 I have a confession to make: I’m a worm rescuer. You see, each day on my morning walk, I find at least a few worms wiggling on the sidewalk.  I bend over, pick them up, and relocate them to the …

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Top picks for virtual labs and simulations in biology, chemistry, and physics/physical science

Top Picks for Virtual Labs and Simulations

By Kristin Moon / 2 Comments / June 1, 2020 June 25, 2020

This post contains affiliate links By far, the best way to learn science is through hands-on exploration.  Nothing will bore a student more than requiring him to learn science from a dry textbook.  Fortunately, it’s never been easier to do …

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Self-paced, Online Options for Homeschool Science

By Kristin Moon / Leave a Comment / May 13, 2020 June 19, 2020

In my 20+ years teaching in the homeschool community, I have seen many parents grow apprehensive as the high school years approach. Some parents are intimidated by the advanced subject matter (particularly math and science). Others worry that homeschooling will …

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Family celebrating Earth Day

Family-friendly Ways to Celebrate Earth Day (from Home)

By Kristin Moon / 2 Comments / April 18, 2020 April 20, 2020

Each year, Earth Day is celebrated on April 22nd. During any other year, I’d have all sorts of ideas for ways that you can celebrate by taking action in your community.  For instance, last year I shared 50 Simple Ways …

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Robin nest with 4 eggs

All About Robins: A Bird Unit Study

By Kristin Moon / 4 Comments / April 16, 2020 July 14, 2020

Every year, one of the first signs that Spring is on its way is the hurry and flurry of robins.  From before dawn to after dusk, we see them busy hunting for worms and flying to and fro. If you’re …

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Fun ways to learn about fungi

Putting the “Fun” into Learning About Fungi

By Kristin Moon / 1 Comment / March 23, 2020 June 25, 2020

At some point in a student’s life, he or she will have to learn about fungi. This typically happens when the student reaches high school biology. While learning about fungi can bring on yawns and blank stares, it doesn’t have …

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Dissection alternatives for high school biology

Dissection Alternatives for High School Biology

By Kristin Moon / 2 Comments / March 2, 2020 June 25, 2020

What do you think of when you hear the word dissection? Does the word bring back memories of stinky formaldehyde and slimy frogs? Do you feel a bit queasy? If so, you’re not alone. Parents, teachers, and students are pretty …

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