Pointers for Parents
Celebrating milestones and sharing resources, tips and activities for every step of your early parenting journey.
Embracing STEAM at Primrose
National STEAM Day is November 8 – and it’s no secret that we love STEAM in our Primrose classrooms! STEAM concepts (science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics) are important for your child’s future success in school, life and in the workforce.
Good vs. Bad: Learning Through Technology
We live in a world increasingly dependent on technology. However, there is also a wealth of research that shows that too much screen time can be detrimental for children. How do parents and educators find a balance?
Looking for an easy, at-home science experiment? Watch how salt makes ice melt quickly with this fun, colorful project! Supplies: Water frozen in cups or…
It's easy to see why your kids will LOVE this colorful flower experiment. Gather your supplies and watch the flowers change before your eyes!
Science Fun: Dancing Gummy Worms
Turn a popular fruit candy into at-home science experiment with this fun science activity for kids! By combining just a few common cooking ingredients with…
Science Fun: Tornado in a Bottle
This easy, at-home science project helps children understand the circular motion of tornadoes. It’s the perfect way to explore weather with your little one! Supplies:…
Explore Science with these DIY Crystal Geodes
What do diamonds, salt and sugar have in common? They’re all crystals! Your child can see the crystallization process in action by creating these simple…
Science Fun: DIY Rain Cloud Experiment
Is your little one curious about clouds and rain? Learn more about the weather with this easy and educational science activity for kids. Using just…
Explore Science with this DIY Lava Lamp
This DIY lava lamp makes it easy for your child to understand the density of different liquids. Find out which secret ingredient puts everything in…
