Alana Pace, Author at Happy Hooligans

Sink or Float Experiment for Preschoolers

Alana Pace — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:11:58 +0000

Here's a super-simple beginner science experiment to do with toddlers and preschoolers.

It's great to do outdoors on a warm day or indoors on a rainy day.

Kids will learn how to make predictions and observations and all about density and buoyancy.

It's guaranteed fun for the preschool crowd and so easy to set up and clean up!

Click the link below to check it out!

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Colourful Mason Jar Lanterns for Kids to Make

Alana Pace — Sun, 02 Sep 2018 16:05:18 +0000

This is such a great craft for kids to make! It's fun and easy and requires minimal supplies.

These lanterns look so pretty on a patio in summertime or on a windowsill indoors. You could even use them as a night light in a child's room.

They make a great homemade gift for kids to give to parents, grandparents or teachers too!

Click the link below to check them out!

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3 Easy Chemical Reactions for Preschoolers

Alana Pace — Wed, 06 Jun 2018 19:49:04 +0000

If you're looking for some fun, easy and educational science experiments to do with your kids, I have 3 kid-friendly chemical reactions to share with you.

If you've never done the 2nd one before, you simply MUST! It's so awesome! I've included a video in the post so you can see it in action.

All of these experiments can be done with common ingredients you likely already have around the house.

They're great for introducing young children to science, and perfect for daycare, preschool or homeschool.

Call the kids in to watch the video. It will blow their minds!

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Compost and Recycling Sorting Activity For Preschoolers – With Printable

Alana Pace — Sat, 14 Apr 2018 23:58:03 +0000

Just a reminder that Earth Day is coming up on April 22nd.

It provides us with a great opportunity to teach our little ones about the importance of taking care of our planet.

Alana from Parenting From The Heart Blog has shared this fun and easy Compost and Recycling Sorting Activity with us.

It teaches preschoolers how to decide which items to put in the compost bin, recycle bin and the trash.

She's included a free printable so you can make this activity for your home or preschool.

Click the link below to check it out!

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