It seems as if today’s world gets more competitive by the day. If young students aren’t receiving a quality, well-rounded education complete with a firm foundation in STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, and math), they’ll soon be at a great disadvantage when it comes time for college admission and job searching. STEM kits are designed …
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In this article, I’m hoping to give you the information you need to determine if you should give Citadel Contrast Paints a try. The quick answers to most questions about Contrast Paints are: Can help you paint faster with good results? Yes. Are expensive for what you get? Yes. Can you make your own Contrast …
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Toys and curriculum focused on improving children’s skills in science, technology, engineering, and math (collectively known as STEM) are commonplace today. These learn-through-play toys and kits focus on developing skills such as critical thinking, problem solving, logic, and reasoning as they relate to the STEM subjects. In fact, it seems that children are often outpacing …
Dear Star Wars fans, I’ve found some of the coolest model kits to satisfy your boredom AND stir up tons of nostalgia (and bring out your inner NERD). The models you’re about to see are for the most dedicated fans, young and old. Whether for yourself or for someone you love…these are sure to deliver. …
I feel like I’m at a really good point in the hobby to write this article. Over a year in, I’ve been doing it long enough now that I have a lot of experience. At the same time, I can still remember back to when I was brand new to miniature painting. So this will …
When it comes to your child’s education and development, no cost is too high, right? Well, maybe that’s not quite true. If it were, more kids would be enrolled in fancy, posh private schools that charge an arm and a leg each year. It is true though, that most parents truly want what’s best for …
Many people are vaguely familiar with STEM toys, as the concept of incorporating several key subjects into single projects or toys has been around for nearly two decades. However, STEAM and STREAM concepts are relatively new and haven’t caught on quite as quickly. What’s the difference between STEM, STEAM, and STREAM kits? STEM kits are …
It’s no secret that children are naturally curious about the world around them. In order to succeed in today’s high-tech, competitive world, they will need the skills necessary to focus their curiosity and creativity to not only be aware of the technology that surrounds them but also how to use, manipulate, develop, and master it. …
Glass is so commonplace in the modern world that it is often taken for granted. For those of us who enjoy working with glass though, it becomes an obsession. The most dedicated and motivated among us sometimes consider bringing their hobby to the next level by making their glass themselves from locally sourced river sand, …
Etching designs onto glasses, mirrors, jars, bottles, and other glass items is a wonderful way to transform an ordinary object into a unique, personalized creation for your own use or to give away as a thoughtful gift. However, etching on clear glass can be rather difficult to see, and you may have wondered if using …
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