Monthly Archives: October 2011

No Carve Pumpkins

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Margot

For those of you with a desire to NOT carve that pumpkin but still want a “jack-o-lantern” or otherwise decorated pumpkin for your doorstep or centerpiece, here are some interesting ideas for you. Why not turn that pumpkin, gourd or … Continue reading →

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Nanotubes

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Margot

Nano-everything is the buzz in our house these days. A few trips to the Boston Museum of Science, where the Science and Technology presentations have captivated our interest and imagination, have our girls talking nano-this and nano-that all the time. … Continue reading →

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Sun and Salt….ingredients for Power!

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Margot

New technologies, like ones that will aid the planet in clean energy, are fascinating. Discover magazine just had an article about molten salt reactors that melt salt to a liquid form as a means of power for solar cell plants. … Continue reading →

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Nanosilver

Posted on October 12, 2011 by Margot

Imagine microscopic particles of silver. Now imagine them in your food storage containers, your socks, your child’s teddy bear, your washing machine, even your face cream and beverage! As with many emerging technologies and scientific discoveries, there are at least … Continue reading →

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Falling Leaf Art

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Margot

I love this time of year, when the leaves change into the most beautiful hues of red, orange, gold and brown. Instead of simply raking them all up and tossing them into the woods, or into bags,  experiment with your … Continue reading →

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Science is Delicious!

Posted on October 6, 2011 by Margot

There is nothing like learning science…and being able to eat the results of your experiments!! A new unschooling friend of mine showed me this video on how to make your own butter at home. Since we make bread often in … Continue reading →

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Mad Scientists

Posted on October 4, 2011 by Margot

Scientists are not men with wild hairdos who wear lab coats and have poor social skills. Scientists are everyday people who are curious, observe what others might miss and ask questions. They are not usually mad. However my girls LOVE … Continue reading →

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