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Mine for Power Gems (A DIY Operation Game)

March 5, 2018 By Kim
Tagged With: DIY, maker projects, projects, sponsored

Build a Minecraft-inspired DIY Operation Game with The Maker Mom!

I’ve partnered with Bernzomatic to bring you another fun STEM project to keep you and your big kids busy over Spring Break. This time we’re making a sort of a DIY Operation game called Mine for Power Gems. As with the Fridge Fun Marble Run, this engaging project allows your kids to get crafty while building STEM knowledge and skills. Get ready to fire your Bernzomatic ST500 Cordless Soldering Iron up again! The cool thing about a cordless ... [ Read More ]

Make a Fridge Fun Marble Run

March 3, 2018 By Kim
Tagged With: DIY, how to, maker projects, projects, sponsored

Make a DIY marble run!

Not going anywhere for spring break this year? Keep your children’s minds active with a STEM project. Kids can turn your kitchen into an applied physics lab from the moment they purposely toss that first bit of food from their high chair trays. This STEM activity, the Fridge Fun Marble Run, is a lot less mess and a ton more fun. As you watch a marble turn potential (stored) energy, into kinetic energy (energy in motion) on its way down the run, ... [ Read More ]

DIY Crystal Heart

January 26, 2017 By Kim
Tagged With: DIY, maker projects, project

Make a DIY Crystal Heart

Here's a little blinged-out DIY science and maker project that's a perfect way to add sparkle to any day. Plus, growing crystals, solids whose molecules are arranged in an ordered, repeating pattern has a magical quality. This can come in handy if, say, you are trying to summon a fairy* to your garden. Or maybe you want to show off or share a shiny Valentine's Day gift made with love...and science. If you want to grow crystals as a scientific ... [ Read More ]

Build a DIY Toy Car with an Empty PURELL Hand Sanitizer Bottle

December 10, 2015 By Kim
Tagged With: DIY, family fun, how to, maker projects, projects, sponsored

Learn how to make a DIY car from a plastic bottle on www.TheMakerMom.com.

I’m pleased to bring you a fifth activity, a DIY toy car from a plastic bottle, as part of my relationship with GOJO Industries, the makers of PURELL® Advanced Hand Sanitizer. In the previous sponsored posts, I’ve shared how to make seed balls, craft dazzling sun catchers, create a candy construction challenge, and mix up a batch of oozy slime. GOJO and I believe in the power of creative experiences that put hands first. PURELL® Hand ... [ Read More ]

How to Make Marshmallow Dreidels

December 1, 2015 By Kim
Tagged With: DIY, family fun, snacktivity

The first night of Chanuka (Hanukkah, etc.) is rapidly approaching. If you're looking for a fun dessert for the kiddos at your family's holiday party, these easy to assemble marshmallow dreidels are just the thing. How to Make Marshmallow Dreidels Supplies Hershey's Kisses Marshmallows (the giant ones are extra fun, but regular size will work) Pretzel sticks Food-safe markers A clean mug  with hot water Steps Insert the ... [ Read More ]

How to Make Simple Stretchy Slime

October 5, 2015 By Kim
Tagged With: DIY, maker projects, projects, sponsored, STEAM

How to make slime. Gooey stretchy slime. Recipe on www.TheMakerMom.com.

I’m delighted to be back with yet another activity on behalf of GOJO Industries, the makers of PURELL® Advanced Hand Sanitizer. And just in time for Halloween, we will be making slime, which is also sometimes called gak or flubber.  Making this borax-free slime requires just two basic supplies that you may already have on hand. It’s easy to mix up and you’ll definitely want to smoosh and squish it to experience a full range of oozy tactile ... [ Read More ]

Make Your Own Faux Fireworks Suncatcher: Summer Fun with PURELL Hand Sanitizing Wipes

July 1, 2015 By Kim
Tagged With: DIY, projects, sponsored

DIY Suncatcher at www.TheMakerMom.com.

July 4th- time for picnics, parades and fun with friends and neighbors. We leave the real fireworks to the pros, but that doesn’t mean we’re not inspired by them. In fact, it’s easy to make festive shirts featuring bright bursts of color. And you can decorate your house with faux fireworks suncatchers.  Your guests are sure to ooh and ahhh over these deceptively simple designs. And when I say this craft is for the birds, I mean that in a good ... [ Read More ]

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About Kim

Kim headshot Summer 2012 I’m a Chicago-area mom of teen boys who is passionate about sharing ideas and resources to raise kids who love Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). I’m a blogger, vlogger, baker and maker, as well as the founder of #STEMchat. I also write about parenting gifted kids, girls in STEM and the Maker Movement. [Read More...]
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