Beyond the Subject: The Importance of Learning How to Learn
Learning how to learn when homeschooling presents some challenges. But fostering this skill in our children makes for a successful experience.
An Overview of the Immune System : Navigating the Marvels Within
An overview of the immune system allows us to understand how we stay healthy and how we survive infection. Humans are regularly exposed to viruses and bacteria as well as other pathogens. Most people experience a cold or the flu at least a few times every year. The recent Covid 19 pandemic illustrated how important our immunity is. It also made us very aware that even a great immune system does not stop us from getting ill. But the state of our immune system does determine how well we recover from these pesky and often dangerous invaders.
How To Encourage Children To Take Care Of Their Teeth
Consistency and patience are key when teaching children good oral hygiene habits. By making dental care enjoyable, educating them about its importance, and being a positive role model, you can encourage children to take care of their teeth and establish lifelong habits for a healthy smile.
8 Ways to Attract Birds and Animals to your Backyard
There are several ways you can attract birds and animals to your backyard garden. This article explores some of the best ways to do this. *Note there are Amazon links in this article. If you click I might make a small commission but always at no cost to you.
More Ways to Encourage a Young Person Who’s Passionate About Science
Inside: How to encourage a young person who’s passionate about science is not always easy. But it is well worth the effort if your child shows a love for science. It’s never too early or too late to stoke that passion for asking questions. There are...
8 Benefits of Homeschooling your Child
There are many benefits of homeschooling your child even in more difficult subjects like science. There are many opportunities for your child to direct their own learning, many materials are found at home or are easy to access. Even if more depth is required, there are lots of on-line and subscription services available for hands-on science learning. *There are affiliate links in this post but always at no cost to you.
8 Misconceptions About Gardening You May not Know
Misconceptions about gardening abound. Having the perfect garden takes work but it is best not to go overboard even with the good stuff. Research what your plants need and be careful about old wives tales. *There are Amazon affiliate links at the end of this post. If you click and buy I might make a small commission but at no cost to you.
What can be done to Reduce the Impact of Roads on Wildlife?
Ecologists must find ways to reduce the impact of roads on wildlife. There are tools both simple and cost effective as well as more complex and expensive ones where appropriate. Incorporating these tools into municipal road development are essential for the sake of biodiversity as well as for the safety of road travellers.
How Roads Impact Wildlife is What Road Ecology is all About
How roads impact wildlife is a growing concern of many municipalities and is the main focus of road ecology. All roads change the environment in some way and most of these changes are bad news for the local wildlife.
Road Ecology Definition – Transportation Impact on Wildlife
A good road ecology definition looks at both how roads affect the environment and how they impact wildlife in particular. Two questions about road ecology are important. What effects do roads have on ecological processes that help wildlife thrive. What effects do roads have on wildlife populations?
I’m Teresa Coppens, science geek, book nerd, educator, coffee lovin’ mom with a coconut aversion. My entire family is crazy about science including my cats! I am passionate about the weird and unusual. Here in my cabinet of science curiosities get your science geek on. Grab a cup of your favorite brew, get comfortable at Science Alcove and learn to love your inner science geek!
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