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Originally Published: December 22, 2024 at 8:32 AM PST
This week marks the beginning of summer holidays for Australian school kids so why not enjoy science time with your kids, cooking, making rockets, creating bubbles or building an automatic flying fishing machine?
To celebrate summer, we’ve hand-picked 20 hands-on STEM activities for kids from the Australian children’s science newsletter, Double Helix Extra (DHE).
DHE is a sister publication to Cosmos magazine and has been published by the CSIRO – Australia’s national science agency – for more than 12 years.
All the following activities go well with lots of sunshine and quality time with family and friends.
Make your own ice cream at home. Credit: panaya chittaratlert / Getty Images
Cheery chemistry
Make egg-free meringues – ‘tis the season for pavlova… but would you make your pav with chickpeas?
Cook without heat – enjoy a cool dish from Latin America, thanks to the chemistry of citrus.
Homemade ice cream – don’t wait around for the ice cream truck, make it yourself!
Glitter grapes. Credit: Double Helix Extra
Balmy biology
Colour changing flowers – give a colourful gift using flowers, food dye and some patience.
Eat glitter grape candy – how many of these sour “lollies” can you eat this summer?
Create a terrarium – capture a little bit of nature to enjoy indoors.
Measuring out a scale model solar system. Credit: Double Helix Extra
“Phestive” physics
How bright is the Sun? – The Sun seems awfully bright this time of year, so why not work out exactly how bright?
Make a solar system to scale – a perfect sunny summer day activity for the park.
Foam bubble blower – make thousands of bubbles that you can shape!
The first step to making a pie chart is baking pie. Credit: FreshSplash / Getty Images
Merry maths
A Christmas packing puzzle – can you solve this 3D puzzle? (This is a great challenge for a lazy afternoon.)
Make a pie chart – put some holiday treats to use (and then eat them).
Swap the blocks – can you swap the red and green blocks?
Eating a s’more from a solar oven. Credit: Double Helix Extra
Tropical tech & engineering
Build a solar oven – harness the summer sun to cook up a chocolate-y treat.
Launch a stomp rocket – invite your friends over and see how high your rockets can fly!
Heron’s fountain – while you can’t jump in this fountain, it works without any electricity!
Build an automatic fishing machine – discover an Indigenous fishing technique that can make fish fly!
A beeswax wrap in action. Credit: Double Helix Extra
Bonus activities: conscious conservation
Make beeswax food wraps – a customisable gift you can feel extra good about.
Composting – summer is a great time to start this sustainable habit.
Turn a t-shirt into a bag – here’s a crafty activity to carry all your presents.
Build a bee hotel – set your garden abuzz with beneficial native bees!
If you enjoyed these activities, we invite you to sign up for Double Helix Extra, a fortnightly newsletter delivering science activities, news, quizzes and more for kids and curious adults.
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BURLINGTON, Vt. (WCAX) – Burlington’s Fletcher Free Library just wrapped up their 34th annual Books for Children Gift Campaign.The library collected over 500 books for Burlington preschoolers over the course of a month. The library partnered with Phoenix Books and Crow Book Shop on Church Street to offer discounted books appropriate for three and four-year-olds for the public to buy.The books have since been brought to the library, which is now organizing distribution events for teachers to come pick up the books. Once teachers pick up the books, they give the books to their students to take home with them.“There is something really special about having a book that belongs to you, especially getting a new book that is exclusive to you. We have a lot of kids in our community who have not had that experience, and we know that the very best way to encourage early literacy is by having books available,” Megan Butterfield, the Fletcher Free Library youth librarian manger, saidParticipating groups who will receive books include head start preschools, COTS, the King Street Center, and the Burlington School District. Copyright 2024 WCAX. All rights reserved.
Bridget Jones: Mad About the BoyBased On: The 2013 third book in Helen Jones’ Bridget Jones series
Starring: Renée Zellweger, Colin Firth, Hugh Grant, Emma Thompson, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Leo Woodall and Jim Broadbent
Premieres: Feb. 13 on Peacock and internationally in theaters Feb. 14
Why We’re Excited: We’re always ready for another adventure with Bridget Jones—and this installment reunites her with a very much alive Daniel Cleaver. Now navigating life as a single mom of two after the death of Mark Darcy—though, fear not, Firth still makes appearances in the trailer in a ghostly form—Bridget is back in the spotlight. And it appears she has a new pair of men to choose between: Woodall’s dashing younger man and Ejiofor, who plays her son’s charming teacher. We may, in fact, be already seated.
The year 2024 witnessed a significant transformation in business education, marked by technological breakthroughs, evolving workforce expectations, and a growing emphasis on sustainability.Simultaneously, educational institutions have embraced these changes, tailoring their programs to equip students with the skills required to thrive in an ever-changing global economy. The defining trends that have shaped business education in 2024 include:-EMPHASIS ON ADVANCED COGNITIVE SKILLSadvertisementThe spotlight has shifted towards fostering higher-order thinking abilities, such as analysis, evaluation, and creative problem-solving. These competencies are designed to enable students to confidently navigate complex business scenarios. Evidence suggests that graduates proficient in these skills demonstrate enhanced adaptability and effectiveness in their professional roles. BRIDGING THEORY AND PRACTICECurricula have been increasingly enriched with real-world applications to make learning more engaging and relevant. Partnerships with industry leaders have played a significant role in aligning academic content with market demands, ensuring students are better prepared to address practical challenges. CULTIVATING INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURIAL ACUMENBusiness schools have bolstered their offerings in innovation and entrepreneurship, encouraging students to transform ideas into viable ventures. Opportunities to network with industry professionals and potential investors have further empowered students to explore entrepreneurial pathways. SPOTLIGHT ON SUSTAINABILITY AND ETHICAL PRACTICES Sustainability has emerged as a cornerstone of modern business education. Curricula now integrate principles of ethical decision-making and environmental responsibility, equipping students to lead organizations that balance profitability with social and environmental stewardship. REINFORCING CORE BUSINESS SKILLSCritical thinking and problem-solving remain indispensable. Educational institutions continue to employ case studies, simulations, and collaborative projects to sharpen these skills, ensuring graduates are well-prepared to devise innovative solutions in the workplace. THE RISE OF DATA SCIENCE AND ANALYTICS With data-driven decision-making at the heart of business strategy, programs have expanded to include comprehensive training in data science. Tools such as Excel, Tableau, and Google Analytics have become integral to the curriculum, enabling students to derive actionable insights. AI INTEGRATION IN BUSINESS EDUCATIONThe incorporation of artificial intelligence into business courses marks a significant development. Degrees specialising in AI applications for business contexts prepare graduates to navigate technology-driven environments with proficiency, meeting the growing demand for such expertise. FLEXIBILITY FOR WORKING PROFESSIONALSFlexible learning models, combining online and in-person elements, have gained prominence, catering to students balancing work and study. This hybrid approach allows learners to pursue their goals while maintaining professional commitments. advertisementTRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENTBusiness schools have prioritized developing transformational leaders equipped with emotional intelligence and cultural competence. These programs aim to produce leaders capable of inspiring and managing change in diverse organisational settings. LOOKING AHEAD 2025 As the new year approaches, several trends are anticipated to shape the business education landscape further:
Proliferation of Online Certifications: Demand for concise, skill-specific programmes will grow as professionals seek efficient ways to upskill.
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Focus on Lifelong Learning: Lifelong education will gain momentum, underscoring the importance of continual professional development.
Technological Immersion: Advanced tools like virtual reality will see greater adoption, offering students hands-on experiences in simulated environments.
The year 2024 has marked a transformative period for business education, aligning itself with the dynamic interplay of technology, sustainability, and workforce evolution. As we step into 2025, these trends promise to refine and expand, paving the way for a responsive educational framework that prepares future leaders to navigate an increasingly intricate global landscape. Inputs by- Deepakk Kummar, the Founder and Chairman of EIMR Business SchoolPublished By: Megha ChaturvediPublished On: Dec 22, 2024
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