Astronomy, Astrology, and Prophecy: The Science Behind the Christmas Star
With Christmas decorating often comes setting up a nativity scene, including a Baby Jesus, manger, Mary, Joseph, animals, shepherds, and wise men, which many people don’t know much about. Who were they and were they really wise? Let’s take a deeper look at not only... read more
The Thankful Brain: How Gratitude Changes Your Thinking
In our household, we have what is called the “More-So Rule.” This rule says that certain aspects of your character, especially if practiced, become more so. These practices become more evident under stress or as you age. For example, if you’ve always made breakfast... read more
Pumpkin Power: How Many Pumpkins Does It Take to Light a Lightbulb?
Think about how a light bulb is powered… by electricity or a battery. But can a light bulb be powered by fruit? What a crazy concept! Let’s explore the way a fall fruit can power a battery. Even though we may think that a pumpkin is a vegetable, by scientific... read more
Leaf Chromatography Explained: A Fun Fall Science Experiment
The beautiful colors we experience as autumn approaches are something we look forward to every year. Reds, oranges, and yellows mix with the summer greens to let us know colder temperatures are here. Why Do Leaves Change Color in the Fall? Why do a leaves colors... read more