Why Towels Change Color When It’s Wet?

Why towels change color

We were just about cleaning up and preparing for bed. Hera’s small towel got wet in the sink and she noticed the light brown color became darker. “Why my towel changed color when it’s wet?” She asked me. That is a tough question. I had the urge to give her an answer. It’s late and [...]

How Can Children be Taught Scientific Concepts?

Children after only 4 years on this planet begin to construct their own theories about how the physical world works.

Learning About Self and Body

When I would teach Spanish for Tots workshops, one of the first lessons I focused on was Parts of the Body. Very young children can have success with it, the songs are engaging and memorable, and it was a lot of fun!

Teaching Kids Critical Thinking

Teaching kids the art of critical thinking is crucial to their overall success as innovators and problem-solvers. Fortunately, there are many ways parents and teachers can help foster critical thinking in kids to help them develop ways to solve problems. Here are a few tips to keep in mind: * Get an Early Start – Even with [...]

Supporting an Educated Guess

Children are able to think things through, but can just as easily dial down their critical thinking.  The difference rides on how close they are to almost knowing what is going on.  If they have no clue, they are more likely to consider only the surface of a situation or a problem.  But if they [...]