Max is looking for missing numbers with pegs. Some children just remember number sequence as a poem, but this activity challenges them to get a better understanding of numbers

A great way to encourage children to wash their hands is by showing them how dirty their environment really can be. This science experiment may be kind of gross, but it is the perfect example of how much bacteria can grow just by touching everyday things. When doing this activity, don’t forget to...

Let’s build a game with cardboard for children to steer their car up the curving road by pulling strings!

This experiment puts a new spin on the old volcanic eruption experiment. Using hearts to keep it Valentine-themed is a fantastic way to get your kids interested in science and art. Fuel their imagination, creativity and love of science with a colourful baking soda heart eruption. This experiment ...

Looking for a fun and easy activity to do on a rainy day? Try this DIY magnetic fishing game using paper clips! With just a few materials like a jar, plastic cup, scissors, hot glue gun and glue, magnetic wand, coloured water, and paper clips, you can create a quick and fun activity that will bri...

Crafting with children can sometimes be a conflicted moment. You want to spend time and make memories with your children but you may not always have the time or the activity can be too complex and tensions can start to rise. But we are here to give you activities that you can do with your childre...

Alex was really surprised to see what water was able to do when we poured it down a string. All I needed for this simple experiment was 2 cups, piece of string that can absorb water and special properties of water (ability to stick to itself and other things)

Upcycle a plastic bottle to make Incy Wincy Spider for your children! Or is it Itsy Bitsy Spider? Anyway, if you do not have googly eyes for your spider, follow the instructions in the video to make your own

During the summer, it can get quite hot! And there’s nothing that can beat the heat like an ice lolly. But they’re so sugary and not healthy! I came up with an alternative that tastes great and is natural and healthy. It’s only two ingredients! Natural yoghurt and a fruit of your choosing- we did...

I want to share with you this fun activity Max couldn't stop doing the other day. At first, it might not look like a challenge for a child, but it does take a lot of concentration. You would need a lot of tape, but it is great to explain the right order of things (:

Ever wondered what would happen with a filled with water plastic bag if you pierced it with a pencil?

Have you always wanted to play the guitar, but you only got the chance to play an air guitar? Now you can play and make your own! All you need are materials that you can find in your own recycling bin. Junk modelling is a great way to upcycle the things we don't need anymore. This DIY is sure to ...

We took advantage of a sunny day and had lots of fun tracing shadows outside

Here is a simple experiment for children at the kitchen that Alex loved. When a ping pong ball is placed straight under running water tap, it does not move away from the water stream. In fact, the ball sticks to it and follows it even when we move the tap. Here is what I told Alex and I hope it h...

It’s amazing to watch how quickly children learn. When Alex does this activity first time, he uses both hands to save his little structure from collapsing. But after a few goes, he effortlessly builds a really high tower

Painting with Ice Cubes is a refreshing activity for hot days like today. We used this nice pineapple ice cube tray but a standard ice cube tray and lollypop sticks should be fine for this activity too

What an amazing way to explore magnets by painting! Max combines science and art in this mess-free activity

Let’s create a 3D sculpture of an autumn tree! In the fall, we can clearly see how unique are shapes of different types of trees. With the project, you’ll be able to turn your paper bag into any kind of trees you like. I was going for more of an apple tree. Please let me know if it looks like one...

Let's craft a cute hippo toy! By changing the tension on the string, we can open the mouth of our hungry hippo a little for a small snack, or huge for a great big dinner! You can take the idea further and use this technique to create other animals. What animal is your child's favourite?

Here are 2 plastic cups for Alex to cover floating ping pong ball. They produce completely different results and it happens due to a small hole at the bottom of the second cup

painting with a marble

Check out this glowing Orange trick! Find out what happens when you mix an orange with a sparkler. Plus, we share tips on how to recreate this safely at home, including what type of orange works best.

It was so much fun to paint on ice! When boys stopped painting for a bit, water from melting ice run washing all the paint away and they were presented with blank canvases again

Art project of the day. Painting on tin foil and stamping