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The Franklin Institute Camp-In Giveaway

February 18, 2016 by Jessica Lopa 8 Comments
The Franklin Institute Camp In Giveaway

At Mommy University, we LOVE museums. From space to art to fossils to the human body, there is so much to discover and explore when you visit a museum. We especially love the hands-on learning fun that kids (and adults) can enjoy! There is only one thing more fun than visiting a museum, and that’s … [Read more…]

Posted in: Giveaways and Contests, Health and Sciences, Philadelphia Tagged: Giveaway, Museums, science

Channel Your Inner Spidey Senses at Tarantulas

February 5, 2016 by Monica Atkins 4 Comments
Tarantulas

We are so unbelievably excited and honored to partner with the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia. Mommy University was provided a membership in exchange for sharing with our readers all the amazing Academy adventures for the entire year including brain boosting exhibits, events and programs. I hope you will follow us along this incredible … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, Health and Sciences, Philadelphia, Travel Tagged: Academy of Natural Sciences, Museums, PA Museums, Philadelphia Museums, science, Science Museums, spiders, tarantulas, The Academy of Natural Sciences

Encouraging a Love of Science

January 11, 2016 by Monica Atkins 2 Comments
Encouraging a Love of Science

The beautiful part about encouraging your children to have an appreciation of science is that you don’t need a college degree in science. In fact, you may have been like me, an individual who only took the recommended science courses or you may be someone who cringed throughout their chemistry class and didn’t even touch … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, Health and Sciences Tagged: education, homeschool, Homeschool Activities, kids and science, science, Science Experiments

10 Places to See Creepy and Crawly Critters in NJ

October 5, 2015 by Jessica Lopa 2 Comments
Amazing Places to See Creepy & Crawly Critter in New Jersey

They creep, they crawl, they scare, they excite, they bring upon a variety of emotions from complete horror to total fascination. Love them or hate them, but the world would not be the same without creepy crawly critters! From spiders to snakes to rats to cockroaches, creepy and crawly critters are vital to our ecosystem. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Amazing Places in New Jersey, Education, Health and Sciences, NJ Day Trips, Travel Tagged: NJ museums, NJ Zoos, Places to See in NJ, science

Out of this World : Create Your Own Outer Space Day

September 25, 2015 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
Outer Space Activities for Kids

Capturing our imagination since humans began critically thinking about the sky, the concept of outer space is a perennial favorite for young kids.  We teach babies to wish upon a star, and as they get older, they learn how the solar system functions and the technology required to put a man on the moon.  Outer … [Read more…]

Posted in: Arts and Crafts, Education, Health and Sciences, Homeschool Activities Tagged: astronomy, Outer space, science, Space Day

Fall and Winter Events at Academy of Natural Sciences

August 31, 2015 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
Fall and Winter Events at Academy of Natural Sciences

The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University was founded in 1812.  Its focus intertwines research, education and engaging the public to promote science. You can’t get much better than that when looking for an amazing learning experience! There are several permanent exhibits that are impressive as it is designed to appeal to various types … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, Health and Sciences, Philadelphia, Travel Tagged: Academy of Natural Sciences, PA Museums, Philadelphia, Philadelphia Events, science, Science Museums

Get “Schooled” at the Audubon Aquarium

August 25, 2015 by Jessica Lopa 3 Comments
Audubon Aquarium

In full disclosure, we received passes to the Audubon Aquarium in exchange for our honest review. As you know by now, we love to travel! This summer, we have been all over the state of NJ, explored parts of Pennsylvania and took a road trip to Louisiana (just to name a few). When we travel, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, Family Travel, Health and Sciences, Travel Tagged: aquariums, Audubon Aquarium, Audubon Institute, Family Travel, Louisiana, New Orleans, science, traveling with kids, Visit New Orleans

Kids and Science: Fizz, Boom, Read!

July 14, 2014 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment

Did you know that this year’s summer reading program is all about SCIENCE? Libraries across NJ are getting kids of all ages excited about Science and Reading! Children, teens and adults are encouraged to read all summer long while also participating in fun and interactive Science programs/events at their local libraries. The early literacy and … [Read more…]

Posted in: Education, Health and Sciences, Reading Tagged: kids and science, science, sciencetellers, summer reading

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