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Fun Ways to Help Kids Enjoy Math, Science and Art
(StatePoint) Science, technology, engi- neering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) concepts are especially important for young minds. While these are among the most challenging school subjects, at home, these topics can be brought to life through play.
“Children should be encouraged to endlessly explore their creativity and be provided outlets to continuously discover through creative play,” says Hiu Lee, senior VP of Horizon Group USA, a leader in the creative DIY marketplace.
Consider these items that allow children to put real-world science theories to the test while learning fun facts along the way.
Lab Work
A kid’s activity kit gives little scientists an opportunity to start creating. With the Project MC2 Lip Balm Lab, kids can create single- or multi-layer lip balms. is kit
includes all of the ingredients required, plus kids can decorate the nished product with science-themed stickers.
Chemistry Connection
Transform your kitchen into a scienti c laboratory with the 40 fun and interactive experiments and simple chemical reac- tions found in the Discovery Extreme Chemistry Set. From creating tempera- ture reactions to testing your taste buds, these hands-on experiments are great for parents and kids to do together. Create liquid ice, work through color-changing litmus experiments, create creepy, crawly, slimy worms and more to show children just how connected to chemistry the world around them is.
Science That Glows
Illuminate your child’s knowledge by combining simple chemistry with glow-
ing power. With the ink Box Glowing Science Lab, kids can explore the basics
of chemical compounds and reactions, while creating their own glow-in-the- dark toys and science experiments. e kit includes a ball mold, glow-in-the-dark power ball crystals, zinc sulfate, baking soda, citric acid, guar gum, sodium tetra borate, resealable bags, glow-in-the-dark paint, a mixing stick and a fun poster with instructions.
Bath Time Bubbles
Mix together compounds, add color and shimmer, and create a molded bath bomb in the shape of your choice with YOUni- verse Galactic Bath Bombs. Once you have made your creations, pop them into the bath tub and watch as they zz and bubble.
By giving kids the tools they need to explore the world around them, you can make the most of play time.
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