Pexels - CCO Licence As a mom, I understand that having your child at home from school can be both a blessing and a challenge. Whether they're home for a holiday, a sick day, or an unexpected school closure, finding activities to keep them entertained and engaged can be tough. That's why I've compiled a list of ideas for you to consider when your little one is home from school. These activities are not only fun, but they can also be educational and promote bonding between you and your child.1. Cooking and Baking TogetherOne of my favorite activities to do with my kids is cooking or baking. Not only is it a fun way to pass the time, but it...
By Kelsie Smith-Hayduk – U. Rochester You may have seen the image above before. It’s black and white and has two silhouettes facing one another. Or maybe you see the white vase with a black background. But now, you likely see both. It is an example of a visual illusion that reminds us to consider what we did not see at first glance, what we may not be able to see, or what our experience has taught us to know—there is always more to the picture or maybe even a different image to consider altogether. Researchers are finding the process in our brain that allows us to see these visual distinctions may not be happening the same way in the...
All of us, no matter how kind and open we are, keep secrets from even our nearest and dearest. These are things that we’d feel uncomfortable opening up about even to our closest family members and most trustworthy friends. However, anonymity can help. If you’re feeling guilty or ashamed of something you’ve done in your past, opening up to strangers can help free you of that burden. At least, in part.That’s where the r/confession subreddit comes in. A massively popular online community with nearly 5.3 million members, it is a safe place for everyone to “admit your wrongdoings, acknowledge your guilt, and alleviate your conscience.” Here, everyone’s encouraged to be kind and courteous to one another. We’ve collected some of...
Salad greens and vegetables in Cambridge, Mass.Wikimedia Commons When it comes to health advice, a lot of people have very different opinions. Sometimes you’ll hear people say to eat keto and lift weights, while other times people will say that you should do cardio and count calories. With the litany of different suggestions, it can be difficult to find a routine that works for you. Many people want to improve their health and aren’t sure which areas matter the most — should sleep and diet be the main focus or should it be exercise? The real answer is focusing on developing a healthier lifestyle and improving different aspects of your life that can have a positive impact on health. Some...
Your kids will love this educational fire science experiment! They will discover the amazing power of physics as their match stick rockets fly through the air. Are you looking for an engaging science experiment to fire up your kids’ imaginations? Then look no further than the match stick rocket experiment! I don’t know about your kids, but mine absolutely love fire science experiments. Using fire makes the experiments extra exciting, especially when an explosion is involved! Launching a match stick rocket is a great way to show your kids how Newton’s Laws of Motion, thrust, and air pressure work. And it’s dramatic experiments like this that will really stick in your children’s memory and help them understand complex science concepts...
