It is springtime once again! The days are sunnier, the birds are singing louder, and the flowers are beginning to bloom. While this is happening, something else that’s not so good begins: allergies! Each spring, summer, and fall, plants release tiny pollen grains to fertilize other plants of the same species. Most of the pollens that cause allergic reactions come …
April is full of new life, whether it be flowers, grass, or new babies. Animal babies, to be exact! Who doesn’t love a cute, cuddly baby animal? These tiny creatures are miniature copies of their adult counterparts and can be used to teach similarities and differences in animal species. Why do some animals have tails and some do not? Why …
“Let’s Go Fly a Kite” is one of the most popular songs in the movie Mary Poppins. Spring is a great time to do this! As the days get longer and warmer, it’s time to go outside, expel some energy and learn about the history of kites and the science behind kite flying. Early Kite Adventures The exact origin of kites …
February is Black History month. Here are but a few inventions/accomplishments by noted African American scientists and inventors. Benjamin Banneker Like a lot of early inventors, Benjamin Banneker was primarily self-taught. The son of former slaves, most of his advanced knowledge came from reading and self-study. At 15 he took over the family tobacco farm and invented an irrigation system …
Last month we talked about how awesome animals are and some very interesting facts about hamsters, cows, squirrels, and even giraffes. What is missing from this list? You guessed it! The groundhog. If you are like most people, you are sincerely hoping Punxsutawney Phil does not see his shadow on February 2. Good-bye winter, hello spring! According to legend, a …
Many thanks to those who have supported us in so many ways this past year. We appreciate your encouragement, feedback, and business during this trying time. May 2021 bring renewed hope, optimism, and focus! Best wishes and happy learning from the creators of the Quirkles® and Fuddlebrook® science team. Sherry Cook and Terri Johnson www.quirkles.com and www.fuddlebrook.com
Of course as the creators of Herman Tweed, we think hamsters are pretty special. Saucy but sensitive, Herman loves science and being part of all the Fuddlebrook school adventures. But the truth is, Herman’s not the only amazing animal out there. This month we’ll share some interesting facts about Herman’s relatives, the hamster, but other cool bits of animal trivia …
While you are sitting around the Thanksgiving table discussing the fabulous cooked turkey, delicious sweet potatoes, and indulging in your second piece of pumpkin pie, don’t forget to impress upon the crowd that November is Healthy Skin Month. Yes, perhaps in preparation for the cold, harsh months ahead, November is officially designated as National Healthy Skin month in the United …
Come join us for our first ever Zoom Halloween Science Workshop/Party on Thursday, October 22, at 6:00 Central Standard time. Things may look a little different these days, but Halloween fun does not have to stop! Whether you are teaching virtually or in person you won’t want to miss this Quirkles/Fuddlebrook Halloween science extravaganza that you can share with your students. …
In our part of the world, the trees are not so vividly colorful this year. Why does this spectacular show vary from year to year and tree to tree? And, did you know yellow and orange colors have actually been there throughout the spring and summer, but we haven’t been able to see them? The deep green color of chlorophyll, …