I'm a mother of 2 who works in a research lab. These are the STEM-based toys my kids have played with the most over the years ...

Winter means a lot of indoor time, and I've learned that science experiments are a lifesaver on those long, cold days. The best part? You don't need anything fancy. Baking soda, vinegar, food ...

When Rachel Díaz of Culver City, California, “magically” refilled a soda can for her son, the nine-year-old’s first words were “Cool!” And then: “How’d you do that?” Science-based magic tricks stand ...

Schools around the world have closed to prevent the spread of COVID-19, leaving parents and teachers scrambling to figure out how kids can learn at home. We can help! Science News Explores and the ...

I’m excited to share the best STEM and science books for elementary-age kids. (STEM means science, technology, engineering, art, and math.) The stories on today’s list will make STEM enticing to ...

It’s a question parents might dread more than “Why is the sky blue?” But the answer will not only make you look like a genius, it’ll inspire curiosity, outdoor exploration, and scientific discovery in ...

With the help of our sister magazine " How It Works," we've pulled together some of the best science books for kids of all ages, which should keep their young minds fizzing with ideas long into the ...

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Meteorologist Jason Frazer demonstrates how simple, food-based experiments can make weather science engaging for kids and spark early interest in STEM.