Science in Action: Make Your Own Barometer
A barometer is a tool used to measure air pressure. Air pressure is one of the many factors that influence our weather. It is measured in...
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Apr 30, 20212 min read
Make Your Own Clouds And Watch Them Float By
Spring is full of rain showers and misty mornings. Learn how water vapor turns into a cloud by making your own! Form your cloud in a jar,...
Apr 9, 20212 min read
Make It Rain Whenever You Want With A Homemade Rainstick
The sound of rain can be calming, comforting or even meditative. You can listen to the soothing sound of rain anytime by making your own...
Apr 1, 20212 min read
Learn To Fish For Ice In This At-Home Experiment
When the ponds and lakes freeze over, you may see people ice fishing, carving a hole in the ice to get at the fish below. But have you...
Feb 23, 20212 min read
This Snow Volcano Is A Real Blast
Are you ready to level up your snow sculpting skills? You’ve probably made a snowman and perfected the art of a snow angel, so now...
Jan 8, 20211 min read
Try This At Home: Find the Iron in Your Cereal
Our bodies need a steady supply of vitamins and minerals to help us stay healthy and strong. Some of these essential nutrients are made...
Dec 22, 20202 min read
No Snow? No Problem. These Crafty Snowmen Are An Inside Job
Sometimes it’s fun to look at the world in a different way. Try making this snowman-from-a-new-angle craft on a winter day when the...
Dec 1, 20201 min read
Science in Action: Is Oobleck a Liquid or a Solid?
The three states of matter are one of the basic principles of science. Items and substances can either be a liquid, a solid or a gas, and...
Nov 6, 20202 min read
Use Things Found in Nature To Decorate for Holidays
Rubber stamps step aside! There is a new way to make a unique mark for an afternoon project, or to prep for the holidays. Use pieces from...
Oct 20, 20201 min read
Science in Action: Watch Carbon Dioxide Blow Out a Candle
We breathe in and out all day without ever giving it much thought, but it’s actually a rather complicated process. Essentially, we...
Oct 8, 20201 min read
Get Crafty With Easy-To-Make Bean Mosaics
Looking for a good craft for autumn? Bean mosaics are fun to make, and they make great decorations for the fall season, too. Materials...
Sep 24, 20201 min read
Make A Cute Turtle Companion Out Of Yarn And Popsicle Sticks
When warm weather sticks around into September, you’ll see turtles basking in the sun along rivers. Make this pocket-sized turtle out of...
Aug 20, 20202 min read
Get Crafting: Make Your Own Paper Python
Plum Creek Nature Center’s Penny the python wants a few new friends! With just paper, scissors and decorations you can make a spiraling,...
Jul 16, 20202 min read
Upcycle Your Lunch Containers Into Stylish Organizers
Get organized in style with these hand-crafted upcycled supply organizers. Be creative and transform used cans or bottles into attractive...
Jun 30, 20202 min read
Upcycle A Can Into A Backyard Bird Feeder
Feed the birds with these cheerful flowers made out of leftover cans. Instead of recycling that SpaghettiOs can, upcycle it and turn it...
May 7, 20203 min read
You Can Make This Birdhouse With Materials You Have At Home
One positive of our long hours sheltering at home is plenty of time to do spring cleaning! Meanwhile, as we are freshening up our homes,...
Apr 14, 20201 min read
Possibilities Are Endless With Egg Carton Animals
Paper egg cartons are a fun and useful supply for crafting. You can make all sorts of animals with just a few additional supplies, plus...
Mar 6, 20202 min read
Ivory Soap Is All You Need To Make Your Own Clouds
On a day when the weather makes you stay inside, you can make big, fluffy clouds just like the ones you see outside. All you need is...
Feb 20, 20202 min read
Ready, Set, Launch: Make Your Favorite Critters Fly
Launch animals in the air and watch them spiral and float to the ground. This activity takes advantage of items you already have around...
Jan 14, 20202 min read
Turn Your Old DVDs and CDs Into Outdoor Art
Making a wind chime or sun catcher is a fun way to reuse old CDs and DVDs! And it is a great project for the whole family to do together,...
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