Summer Art Project: DIY Bird Feeder

 

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Summer is the perfect time to connect with nature. Using recycled materials, this DIY bird feeder project encourages students of all ages to get invested in the natural world around them. Whether you’re a teacher looking for a fun summer project, an educator wanting to create an inexpensive project for their community, or a caregiver who wants their children to be excited about their natural environment, this project is for you! 

 

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Summer Science Project: Ice Cream in a Bag

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If your kids are enjoying the summer heat, they may need a treat to help them cool down. Turn your afternoon treat into a “cool” chemistry project by creating ice cream in a bag!

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JAM out with Mobile Ed Productions this April!

 

Jazz Appreciation Month is coming up in April, and Mobile Ed Productions, Inc. is ready to celebrate! Jazz History Month, also called “JAM” for short, was officially created in 2001 by the National Museum of American History. This month intentionally celebrates the heritage and history of the jazz genre and encourages individuals to listen, appreciate, and study this fascinating genre.

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Summer is here, and if you're like many of us, that means you now have a house full of kids in desperate need of something to keep them amused.  When Fortnite loses its appeal, wrangle up your kids and some basic crafting materials and have some hands-on fun with these easy science experiments.

Here's all seven videos in our Building Up STEAM series of DIY projects and activities for you and your kids.  These are all a great way to spend a summer afternoon, or they can expanded upon for science projects in the upcoming school year.  (If you like these at-home experiments, you should see our live assembly shows!)

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The 4th of July is right around the corner!  The night sky will be filled with beautiful fireworks but before the sun goes down start the celebration by creating safe and colorful "fireworks" that you can make all by yourself.  This easy experiment uses common items you probably already have in your kitchen!  Have some hands-on fun with the whole family before the real fireworks begin!  Happy Independence Day!

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