It can feel so cozy, but it can also feel incredibly long. Here is some inspiration for winter activities in Connecticut that ...

In this video I share a quick July 4th inspired science activity you can do with just a jar, water, oil, and food coloring. I ...

New Year's Eve 2026: As the countdown to the New Year begins, many families and friend groups are planning simple yet joyful ways to welcome the year ahead. You don’t need a big budget or a fancy ...

Steve Spangler, an author from Colorado, talks about his new book “The Engagement Effect” and about some ideas for things you can do with your family over this Thanksgiving break. Gen X Mom Says She ...

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When you make a purchase using a link on this page, we may receive a commission. Thank you for supporting The New Yorker. In theory, buying gifts for children is a snap. If they’re old enough to talk, ...

From the outside it looks like a simple shipping container. Inside, the Curiosity Cube is a high-tech lab where Boston students run experiments and talk with working scientists. On this visit, lessons ...

Let me be transparent–I’m not going to pretend these kitchen experiments won’t create a mess. They will. There will be vinegar on your floor, food coloring on hands that lasts a day or two, and ...

The life of an astronaut comes with a lot of poking and prodding. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Artemis 2 astronauts will be ...