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Nature Study: Bioluminescence

Have your kids ever seen pictures of glowing jellyfish , fireflies lighting up a summer night, or deep-sea creatures that shimmer in the dark? That magical glow is something called bioluminescence —and it’s one of nature’s most fascinating light shows! Angler Fish craft My class recently participated in a STEM workshop where they learned about bioluminescence in the deep sea. They learned about deep sea creatures like the Angler fish and how bioluminescence was part of their adaptation to the dark depths. They also had a blast making their own Angler fish complete with antennaes. Coincidentally, on this day we got to the chapters in ' The Wild Robot Escapes ' where Roz the robot was exploring the deep ocean and learning about bioluminescence, echolocation and the predatory nature of seabirds like the Skuas . (That's for another blog post!) For children, learning about bioluminescence offers an incredible way to bring science, nature, and imagination together. It’s a to...

Valentines Day Cartoons

Planning a Valentines Day movie night in with the whole family - kids in tow? Here are some great Valentine's Day cartoons for all ages:


"Elemental: An unlikely love story featuring  nature's elements. In this captivating tale there is are also elements of magic, adventure, and discovery, where forces of earth, air, fire, and water shape destinies."


"Be My Valentine, Charlie Brown" from the classic "Peanuts" series. It features all of the beloved characters, such as Charlie Brown, Snoopy, and Lucy, and teaches important lessons about friendship, love, and kindness.

"Lady and the Tramp" - a classic Disney movie that tells a romantic story of two dogs from different backgrounds.

"Wall-E" - a Pixar film about a cute robot who falls in love with another robot while on a mission to clean up Earth.

"Princess and the Frog" - another Disney classic that teaches the importance of looking beyond appearances and finding true love.

"Up" - a heartwarming adventure about a man who sets out to fulfill his and his late wife's lifelong dream.

"Ratatouille" - a fun, animated movie about a rat who dreams of becoming a chef and finding love in the process.

Kid TV Shows/Series

"Doc McStuffins: My Huggy Valentine" (Season1:Ep.25): Doc McStuffins and her friends celebrate Valentine's Day in this heartwarming episode from the popular Disney Junior series.

"Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood: Love Day"
: Join Daniel Tiger and his friends as they celebrate "Love Day" in this sweet episode focusing on friendship and kindness.

"Mickey Mouse Clubhouse: Minnie's Valentine": Mickey and his pals help Minnie prepare for Valentine's Day in this cheerful episode perfect for young children.

"My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic - Hearts and Hooves Day": The ponies of Ponyville celebrate their own version of Valentine's Day in this colorful and fun episode.

"Sesame Street: Elmo's Valentine": Elmo and his friends learn about love and friendship in this heartwarming special from Sesame Street.

What other Valentines cartoons/animations would you recommend for kids?

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