Warren Buffett’s parenting advice sounds folksy, but it’s actually backed by a ton of child development research.

Try this fun and safe snow volcano experiment that kids will love! Perfect for winter play or a hands-on science activity, it combines learning, creativity, and excitement. Watch as your children ...

Smitten with Science programming features Candy Chromatography workshops on Feb. 8, 15 and 22, teaching kids STEM concepts ...

A hands-on Valentine STEM challenge using domino chain reactions to explore physics, engineering, math, and creative problem-solving for kids.

While you wait for the little forecaster to either see (or not see) his shadow, here are ways to teach your child about the holiday.

For families who prefer to stay outdoors, the Green Bay Trail runs alongside Metra’s Union Pacific North Line from Wilmette ...

Families found a warm way to spend the day as cold temperatures gripped the area, gathering at the Putnam Museum for hands-on chemistry lessons.

Our picks of the best telescopes for kids are easy to use, affordable and a great way to introduce youngsters to the night sky. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

Catch up with this week's new and updated science investigations. These are my most popular, tried and tested science experiments for home, school or science club. Launch rockets, make colour changing ...

I’ve spent years collecting science-based parenting advice, ever since I became a parent myself. I keep coming back to a surprising pattern: Some of the most effective strategies aren’t complicated ...

I work in a research lab and enjoy giving my kids toys that make them think a bit. STEM-based toys like cookbooks, building kits, and circuit sets foster learning and fun at home. These are the six ...

Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript. Please enable JavaScript for the best experience. When my children were born, I decided to build them a library. It’s no ...