Marine Drive Math & Science Centre

A little bit of for your Monday morning...

Photon Energy Learn about the quantum mechanics of light.

Some fun ideas for learning over the winter break!

Classroom Finds From the Hardware Store | Minds in Bloom Love your bathroom pass idea! I got a few of those microfiber cleaning mitts at the dollar store a few months ago and they are wonderful!TaraThe Math Maniac

Heehee - so true!

Our latest post is up on NShoreMama and we are very excited to share tips and tricks to help your kids who may be struggling with 'Discovery Math'!

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Happy Friday everyone!

Here is a a fun activity for your LITTLE little ones this weekend!

MELTING ICE EXPERIMENT

This is a favorite any time of the year! In warmer weather, we like to take it outdoors to see how quickly the sun can melt the ice. The pipettes and warm water add more fine motor to the activity.

See more here: http://teaching2and3yearolds.com/exploring-ice-in-the-sensory-table/

Here are some great ideas of fun things to do with your kids leading up to Halloween!

Halloween-Themed Learning Activities . Activities for Kids: Adventures In Learning . PBS Parents... Howling-good Halloween-themed learning activities from the Adventures in Learning team at PBS Parents.

Our second post is up on NShoreMama and we are so excited! Click the link to see what makes math different from other subjects and why this is important:

What makes Math different from other subjects? - North Shore Mama Do you remember those giant building blocks your kids play (or played) with? You know the ones – the big yellow, blue and red blocks that get every child and adult attempting, for hours, to make a giant, leaning structure? We all love piling up those building blocks but when...

A great way to help your kids learn about Geography and History online!

Geography and History YouTube Channels for Elementary - Imagination Soup Recently, I shared the best STEM / STEAM YouTube channels. Now let's look at the best geography and history YouTube channels for elementary kids, ages 5 - 11.

There are so many great links and resources online to get your kids excited and eager to learn about science. Here is a fun idea to make an at-home Science Lab to help them get as excited about learning as we are!

Home Science Lab Get your kids excited about science by setting them up with some simple supplies. Consider buying a real microscope - not a toy one. Go online to purchase a bacteria farm kit or create your own Petri dishes and gelatin to grow cultures for fun.

We are so pleased to be North Shore Mama's newest Expert in the "Expert Series"!

"Being consistent in setting aside a regular time for your kids to complete their homework reinforces how much you value and prioritize their education."

Marine Drive Math & Science Centre's first post is live on North Shore Mama. Head on over to read about the Top Homework Do's and Don'ts!

http://northshoremama.ca/top-3-homework-dos-and-donts-for-parents/