Making edible glass hearts is the topic of the most recent 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 describes why isomalt is used to make edible glass hearts (melting point) and how it can be done at home with the guidance of a moms and dad. Like all SciShow Kids videos the description consists of lots of links to additional resources including this one that has actually composed directions..

Valentines Day is this coming Sunday. Shes extremely excited about Valentines Day as is her little sister. As I compose this theyre making Valentines Day cookies (with guidance).

If youre looking to work a little Valentines Day themed activity into your middle school or high school classes in the next number of days, here are three excellent videos to think about seeing.

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

Valentines Day is this coming Sunday. My childs preschool is having a little celebration on Friday during which little cards will be exchanged. Shes very excited about Valentines Day as is her little sis. 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 video from Its Okay To Be Smart (produced by PBS Digital Studios) describes why people kiss, the history of symbols associated with kissing, and some cultural views of kissing. When I saw this video I instantly thought about my good friends who teach middle school and high school health classes.

Why Do We Love? is a TED-Ed lesson that explores some approaches on why individuals enjoy. The lesson will not offer you with any clear answers, however it will make you think. And isnt that what philosophers desire you to do?