Why Things Smell the Way They Do

Why Things Smell the Way They Do

If you have ever walked into your kitchen and smelled something mysterious, you have probably found yourself asking, “What is that smell?” That exact question started a whole chemistry rabbit trail in our homeschool last week, right after someone forgot to throw away...
Backyard Bird Nests: Engineering Lessons From Nature

Backyard Bird Nests: Engineering Lessons From Nature

Have you ever spotted a bird nest tucked in a tree branch and thought, “How on earth did they build that?” If so, you’re in good company. Those delicate bundles of twigs, grass, and feathers are masterpieces of natural engineering and they make a perfect homeschool...