The Building Blocks of the Universe: A High Schooler’s Guide to Periodic Table of Elements
What’s in every science book, every science lab, and every science lover’s brain? It’s the periodic table of elements! The majority of us can identify this fascinating chart when we see it, but many don’t know how to actually read and understand the information...
All About Electrons and Their Charges (For High School Students)
Protons, neutrons, electrons, atoms…ahhhh! They are the foundation of understanding chemistry, but oh so easily confused. So, in an effort to make at least one foundation clear, let’s talk about electrons and their charges. You probably have some basic questions about...
Everything You Need to Know About Plant Cells + 3 Cool Projects
Take a moment to look outside and appreciate the beauty of nature. Observe the grass blanketing your yard, the towering trees with their strong branches and trunks, and your flourishing garden filled with nourishing vegetables. All of these wonders of nature owe their...
The Apostle Paul: His Life, Mission, and Great Impact
If you’ve ever read a portion of the New Testament scripture, there’s a solid chance you’ve probably read some of the words written by the Apostle Paul! It would be an understatement to say that Paul was an incredible man of God. His passion for the people of the...
10 Fun Facts About Comets for Kids
To the naked eye, a comet sighting is rare and actually quite boring. It’s not the big “shooting star ball of light” that we see in books and movies. However, that doesn’t mean that comets should be ignored. If anything, it gives us a greater reason to dig deep into...
Everything You Need to Know About DNA (For High Schoolers)
DNA, also known as deoxyribonucleic acid (try spelling that without looking!), is a core foundation of who we are as humans. DNA is responsible for our genetic makeup, which is what makes us unique individuals. There’s a reason no two humans are exactly the same, and...
14 Amazing Ocean Activities and Projects for Kids
You don’t need to live near a beach to teach your kids about the ocean and the beautiful creatures and habitats that exist below the water’s surface. With these ocean activities, your elementary student can deepen their knowledge of biology while having a ton of...
Must-Read Earth Day Books + Projects to Do With Your Kids
Every year on April 22, Earth Day is celebrated as a reminder of the beauty and life that the planet earth offers to humans. So often, we take for granted what we have been given, and Earth Day is a great opportunity to revel in the natural resources and processes...
5 Free Online Tuners for Your Homeschool Physics Class
One of the things I love about modern-day learning is the vast wealth of knowledge we can find on the internet. No matter what science topic you’re studying on a given week, you can search the web for endless supplemental videos, reading material, and activities. At...
Andromeda: A Tale of Beauty, Betrayal, and Love
Long ago and far away, in the port city of Joppa, in the beautiful kingdom of Aithiopia, in the fair land of Libya, there lived a king by the name of Kepheus and with him Kasseipeia, his wife. In time, unto the king and queen, there came a daughter, whose beauty and...
An Unlikely Rescue: The Story of Arion and Delphinus
“Bring him to me.”These were the words that Arion had heard the ship’s captain say in the howls of the storm that tossed their ship in the sea around like a ragdoll. His breathing picked up, and he heaved a breath in as he pushed the soaked hair that was plastered to...
12 Fun Facts About John the Apostle (For Teens)
The Bible is full of fascinating historical facts and stories that we can learn from. John the Apostle served Jesus faithfully until his last day, and we should be encouraged by his life and ministry. So, in no particular order, here are 12 fun facts about John the...
