This is so simple that I hesitated posting it because, well, you’ll see! But this is by far the easiest way you’ll find to make your Flisat table (or any two plastic bins!) into a light table!
Ok get ready for it. Take a bin and put some fairy lights in there:
Put the other bin on top of it:
You’re all set! Have fun with your new light table! It works like a charm!
Some of the best gifts for babies are books. They help their big eyes focus, help them learn about the world, and expose them to new words every day. Below, find some fun gifts to pair with some of this year’s most popular science books for babies!
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Nuclear Physics for Babies
The sky and weather always grab my baby’s attention, and I describe the current atmospheric conditions to her just as something to talk about. If you or a baby in your life also pine for precipitation, this pairing is for you. Weather
There is a world all around (and on, and in!) us that young ones obviously can’t fathom, but if you or the parents have a tendency for teeny things, look no further. Bacteria and Antibiotics
Organic Chemistry for Babies
This lucky theme has two wonderful books to chose from (or just get both!), Baby Loves Gravity!
The adorable new release, 8 Little Planets
Springtime in rural Vermont is magical. It’s not just the melting snow with rivers of mud, it’s also magical because it’s maple syrup season. For a brief period each year the sap really flows and those lucky enough to have sugar maples can harvest the sweet nectar and boil it down into the delicious breakfast treat. For our budding family, “sugaring” has become a great outdoor adventure that helps combine some of the things we love: nature, science, and eating. Read on to learn how you can make your own maple syrup at home, and for ways you can use the experience to teach some science to your kids.
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Oh it’s fall in the Northeast again- the perfect time to switch from iced coffees to silky lattes, cappuccinos, and macchiatos. When I was younger, I remember wishing there was something warm that tasted as good and had a mouth feel as good as ice cream. Luckily, I’ve pretty much lost my sweet tooth and these coffee drinks have fulfilled that wish. Though espresso alone is one of the most delicious things on Earth, add some foamed milk and those tiny velvety bubbles transform it into perfection.
I was making a latte for myself one morning and my daughter asked if I could froth her milk, too. What a great idea, I thought! So these first few chilly mornings of the fall, we’ve been cuddling up and sharing some warm, silky drinks together. I’ve included some coffee-free recipe ideas for you to try with your little ones, too. It’s a great way to bond and also explain a little science. So, what is special about milk that allows it to foam?
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The first few months of my first daughter’s life were pretty stable. My husband and I were both working and had no vacation days left after parental leave, so we really had no choice to travel. But then, my husband deployed and I decided to leave work so my daughter would have more face time with a parent. After sometime alone, I decided “Hey! Why don’t I travel to see everyone with this little love nugget!” and I set off on a journey around the country with my baby in tow.
I am not the most prepared person in the world, but I am so happy with the purchasing choices I made for our year long trip. These are the products that I still recommend 3 years later.
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