When it comes to teaching your child about the planets, stars, and constellations, you might not know where to start. Luckily, Earth Science Jr. has you covered! Here’s a quick and easy guide for getting started with teaching your family about the science subject of astronomy.
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If you’ve never seen the planet Mars before, the perfect opportunity happens during autumn. The red planet will be at its best on October 13th – but what exactly does that mean for observers here on Earth? Let’s explore…
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Have you ever been stargazing with your children and wondered how you could teach them more about astronomy? If you’re new to astronomy yourself, you might be confused about how to start. You might feel tempted to buy a telescope, but without knowing what to look for in a telescope or where the planets and stars are located in the sky, you might only be able to find the moon. As pretty as Earth’s moon is, your children could get bored rather quickly if they can’t find any other stars and planets.
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For parents, teachers, and students stuck at home, knowing where to turn to find free educational resources can be difficult. We’ve curated a list of top-rated picks across a variety of subjects to make remote learning easier (and more enjoyable!) than ever.
All of our listed resources are currently free. Note that some of these sites and apps are offering free trials only. Be sure to read the terms and conditions before signing up for any service, especially if you’re required to enter your credit card number or any other billing information. We will continue to update this guide as more free educational resources become available and to reflect pricing changes for the services that are currently listed.
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When you can’t leave the house, it’s easy for every family member to go a little stir crazy. The good news is that there are hundreds of opportunities to expand your horizons from the comfort of home. Whether your family is itching to visit a museum, take a trip to the aquarium or zoo, catch a hit Broadway show, listen to live music, or break a sweat with a fun workout, these online activities will cure kids, teens, and adults of their cabin fever.
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While there are many ways to learn, STE(A)M activities are among the most fun and accessible.
Winter is finally over, and it’s time to enjoy the great outdoors — including your own backyard! Encouraging your kids to learn something new while getting a healthy dose of fresh air and sunshine is something we should all be striving to do as parents. That’s why we put together this list of learning activities that will fascinate kids of all ages. As a bonus, they are perfect to do in your backyard, local park, or any outdoor area. Continue reading “9 Great Outdoor Learning Activities for Springtime”