A new book by science writer Annie Murphy Paul offers insight into brain development in children through smarter everyday interaction.
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Supervillain Children In The Making Worries, Impresses Their Dad
A trip to the observatory reveals to this dad that his kids have supervillain potential. He’s equally impressed and terrified.
Science Experiment Creates Strong Bond Betwen Parent, Child
He may not remember exactly how the human digestive system works but he’ll remember doing his first science experiment with me.
Explaining Evolution, Creation to Little Children is a Science, Takes Faith
Science and religion are on a collision course in my household. I explained the evolution vs. creation issue as well as I could, thoroughly confusing my kids — and myself — in the process.
Hugs: The Powerful Science Behind How They Do a Body, Brain Good
Parental hugs help kids in their emotional and physiological development, make them more resilient, less prone to illness, and create stronger bonds.
Sleeping under the Tesla Coil at MSI Chicago
Last month my family slept under a Tesla Coil, and we lived to tell the tale! Although I haven’t run […]