Enriching elementary minds and bodies during an at-home summer
Calm the chatter in your head and around you with this simple activity. “Monkey mind” is a Buddhist term that refers to being unsettled, restless, confused or distracted. It’s as if all the thoughts and distractions that tug at us for our attention are like a troop of monkeys chattering in a tree above us, …
Learn about the wonderful world of rainforests through yoga. Rainforests are some of the world’s most diverse habitats. Tropical rainforests can contain thousands of different species. It’s estimated that tropical rainforests are home to about half of the world’s plant and animal life, even though they only take up about 6% of the earth’s land …
The following books will introduce you to the wonderful world of zoology: the study of animals. Joan Procter, Dragon Doctor is a fun picture book biography about a pioneering female scientist who loved reptiles. After listening to this nine minute audio-book, let’s continue learning about what animals eat, how they live and how they interact …
Kids can move and sing along with this song about a baby bird hatching from its nest. Listen to “Here’s a Baby Birdie” to learn the words and the tune. Once you have learned the song, add movements to go with it: Lyrics and Movements Here’s a baby birdie hatching from a shell. (hold baby …
This creepy-crawly treat is fun to make and delicious, too! This recipe was contributed by NERIC Customer Service Representative Jessica Bennett. It doesn’t require any cooking and comes together in less than 15 minutes! Perfect as a quick snack for an afternoon spent outdoors. Grab your worms, and let’s go! What You Need One chocolate …
Learn about the different types of beaks birds have in this activity from the NY STEAM Bus. Watch The Bird Beak Challenge Did you ever notice how some birds have tiny pointy beaks but other birds have long skinny beaks, and others birds — especially ones that live near water — have beaks that are …
Why do different birds have different beaks? This activity looks at the reason! Christina Catalfamo of Clarkson University takes kids on a journey with the birds as she examines why different birds have different beaks in this activity from the NY STEAM Bus! Click the picture below to watch the video. What You Need If …
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