Science Experiments at Home: The Edible Solar System

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What's New on Everyday Einstein? Science Experiments at Home: The Edible Solar System I often get asked for ideas for easy, astronomy-related activities that can be done with kids, and one of my favorites is the edible solar system. It’s easy to set up—you just need one trip to the grocery store beforehand so it can be done on relatively short notice. It works for most age groups since you can vary the level of the material you present. ...Read More 05/30/2016 9:39pm View What Causes Wildfires? Although three weeks have passed since the fire started, there remain over 1,000 firefighters and 50 helicopters in Fort McMurray, Canada to fight the wildfire raging there. One thousand more firefighters are expected in the next week and the fire remains “out of control.” The fire covers more than 522,000 hectares, but is no longer considered a threat to nearby communities. ...Read More 05/24/2016 1:12am View What Does It Mean for Mars to Be in 'Full Opposition'? On May 22, 2016, Mars will be in what is known as “full opposition.” At this time, the Sun, the Earth, and Mars will sit in a straight line with the Earth directly between our planetary neighbor and our star. All planets that are farther from the Sun than the Earth pass through similar opposition points. ...Read More 05/16/2016 11:46pm View     GET MORE EVERYDAY EINSTEIN Subscribe to the Everyday Einstein Podcast Stay up to date with the Everyday Einstein's weekly audio tips. If you like to listen to podcasts on the go, you can subscribe today on your favorite device with apps such as iTunes Podcasts, Stitcher , and SoundCloud.             EXPLORE THE QDT STORE   Want more Quick and Dirty Tips? Browse the QDT store to find books, gear, and apps from your favorite hosts. As a subscriber to the Everyday Einstein newsletter, you might like Math Dude's Quick and Dirty Guide to Algebra or Grammar Girl's Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing. See the full selection and visit the store today.                 SHARE THIS EMAIL

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