TKG LEARN: Orbital Basics @ the Downey Space Center
We learn by doing! On this recent field trip to the Downey Space Center we learned about: orbits, robotics, stars, public speaking, engineering…and more! This was one of our experiments:
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TKG LISTEN: MIT Welcomes Makers
TKG is part of the “maker movement.” We create space for exploration, hands-on learning and nurture a playful attitude towards discovery. In our space, tinkering provides the opportunity to build a deep interest in academic learning. This article was offered as a parent resource in a recent newsletter. MIT Welcomes Makers …
TKG KNOW: What Kids Should Know About Their Own Brains (Mind/Shift)
Here is a new Parent-Teacher resource to add to your tool box: Some elementary school students may have a limited understanding of the brain and how it functions, believing it to be something like “a container for storing memories and facts.” Brain function and development are important values at TKG …
TKG LEARN: Periscope Project from ScienceToyMaker
Click here for the original post… PERISCOPE INDEX to make at home! Frank Oppenheimeer, the physicist and founder of the Exploratorium science museum in San Francisco, was fascinated by mirrors. He was very influential in making science exhibits fun and interactive. Many of his exhibits used mirrors. Periscopes use mirrors …
PARENTING PEARL: Experiment At Home!
Make an Explosion in a Bag! 1. Place 2 TBsp baking soda in a paper towel. Fold up to make a sealed packet. 2. Pour 1/2 CUP vinegar and 1/4 CUP hot water into a quart-sized plastic bag. 3. Slip packet inside the bag without dropping into the liquid. Seal …