Edible Glass Hearts and Other Lessons About Valentine’s Day

Valentines Day is this coming Sunday. Shes really delighted about Valentines Day as is her little sis. As I compose this theyre making Valentines Day cookies (with guidance).

Making edible glass hearts is the topic of the current SciShow Kids video. The video starts by explaining how glass is made prior to moving into an explanation of how sugar, like sand, can be melted. The video then explains why isomalt is used to make edible glass hearts (melting point) and how it can be done at home with the supervision of a parent. Like all SciShow Kids videos the description includes great deals of links to additional resources including this one that has actually composed directions..

The following video from Its Okay To Be Smart (produced by PBS Digital Studios) discusses why people kiss, the history of symbols associated with kissing, and some cultural views of kissing. When I saw this video I right away thought about my pals who teach intermediate school and high school health classes.

Valentines Day is this coming Sunday. My childs preschool is having a little celebration on Friday throughout which little cards will be exchanged. Shes extremely thrilled about Valentines Day as is her little sister. As I write this theyre making Valentines Day cookies (with supervision). Another Valentines Day activity that they could be doing (with guidance) is making edible glass hearts with isomalt crystals..

The following fun video, also from Its Okay to Smart, tries to utilize mathematics to figure out the chances of a 25 years of age lady finding love in New York. (Remember, the video is simply for enjoyable).

Why Do We Love? is a TED-Ed lesson that checks out some viewpoints on why people like. The lesson wont provide you with any clear responses, but it will make you believe. And isnt that what theorists want you to do?

If youre looking to work a little Valentines Day themed activity into your middle school or high school classes in the next couple of days, here are 3 great videos to consider viewing.

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