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9 STEM Projects using Popsicle Sticks: Fun Kids Activities
Popsicle sticks should be a staple item in every craft bin or makerspace. They’re inexpensive, easily sourced, and versatile. We’ve gathered a list of some of our favorite STEM projects using popsicle sticks to share with you.
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STEM Projects Using Recycled Materials
Teaching children the importance of sustainability while they learn the fundamentals about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) is a great way to combine recycling and upcycling with fun interactive lessons. What better way to teach kids important concepts than with STEM projects using recycled materials? One way to recycle items such as plastic bottles,…
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Do Puzzles Make You Smarter?
Puzzles are fun and can give our brains a workout, but do puzzles actually make us smarter? While there is no concrete scientific evidence that puzzles make us smart or boost IQ score, puzzles have shown to help with cognitive development. Not only do puzzles sharpen our minds, but they also boost various cognitive functions…