Geophysicists, archaeologists, treasure hunters, airport staff… And your kid. Yes, it’s possible! Metal detecting is invaluable in many areas. But it’s also a fun outdoor activity for you as a beginner explorer or your kids….
If you’re looking for new and exciting ways to engage children with the world at large, a metal detector could be the perfect gift. Metal detecting is an engaging hobby in and of itself. But…
As a kid, I was always fascinated with science. But “back then”, most kids had little to no access to experiments or inspirational concepts unless it was from school, a science TV show (thanks Bill…
(Featured image credit: foam from Elgaland Vargaland, CC BY-SA 2.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0, via Wikimedia Commons) It’s not just about rolling up your sleeves and getting messy. DIY-ing your own essential oils is also about learning more…
Thinking about birding or stargazing? Then you probably need a good pair of binoculars to give you that unmatched viewing quality that takes your breath away. But do you know how binoculars work? How can…
What makes bats so special isn’t just Batman, Batmobile or Halloween. It’s that they’re the only mammal that can fly! Every Halloween, we get to decorate our houses with these flying spooksters. And every once…
No, I’m not talking about soap operas! I’m talking about a much less melodramatic kind of soap: the one living in your bathroom. Soaps, in general, have a bubbly character, they are fun to use,…
Soap is not just about personal care. Or washing your hands for 20 seconds. (Remember that?) Soap is also and primarily about chemistry, and LOTS of it. This article will help you understand the science…
Indeed, there will always be an environment. But it is looking more and more likely that it won’t be like the one we know today. Over the past 4 decades, we have experienced tremendous changes…
Let’s face it: students frequently enroll in AP Environmental Science class to either fill up their schedules or meet some credit requirements. It’s often seen as a repetitive life science class to pass time. In…
