March 19, 2021
I imagine every science teacher has occasionally wrestled with the urge to “Go Big or Go Home.” Who doesn’t want to deliver a majestic display of science that leaves our students speechless? But I’d like to propose another well-known expression: “Keep It Simple, Stupid.” (Actually, I’m going to soften it to “Keep It Simple Science.”)
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Posted by Donna Giachetti
March 5, 2021
Even our most devoted customers may not realize that Educational Innovations is a leader when it comes to creating custom science kits upon request. Sure, we have a catalog with hundreds of products, but in truth, there’s no limit to what we can offer our customers. Have an idea for a hands-on kit featuring feathers, magnets, ping pong balls and pipets? Sure! Need delivered to your students’ home? No problem!
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Posted by Donna Giachetti
January 29, 2021
Construction paper… Scissors… Colored markers… Glue sticks… These simple materials can unlock a world of science for kids to explore. These days, STEM initiatives are already shaping how kids understand science. But now, with the educational shift to online learning, we’re looking at the perfect opportunity to add “Arts” to STEM. In other words, full STEAM ahead!
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Posted by Donna Giachetti
December 28, 2020
The science of simple machines is simply everywhere—in our homes, on the playground, at school, in our doctor’s office, and countless other places. We live with simple machines, often without even knowing it.
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Posted by Donna Giachetti
December 11, 2020
Renewable energy is a hot topic around the world. What IS renewable energy? As you probably already know, it is energy sourced by a power that is not depleted when used. As nations strive to reduce the impact of CO2 and other pollutants on the Earth, there’s a global push toward zero emission energy sources. In other words, renewable energy.
Examples of renewable energy are Wind, Solar, Tidal, Geothermal, and Hydropower.
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