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Author: Tim Porter

Since 1992 I have been developing exhibits, activities, programs and curricula for children, as well as resources for parents and teachers around the world with a specialty in science and engineering. I like ukuleles. I didn't drink coffee until I had a child. And my favorite color is green.
Posted on December 28, 2016February 18, 2021

Vacation Exploration: Star Projectors

Ah, winter. It’s cold and dark out, yes. But one of the best parts of winter is the star gazing. The stars come out early enough for even your youngest…

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Posted on December 26, 2016February 18, 2021

Vacation Exploration: Constellation Creation

Constellations are pictures that people have imagined in the patterns of the stars. They are now accepted scientific ways of organizing the night sky. This idea that a scientific model…

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Posted on December 24, 2016February 18, 2021

Vacation Exploration: The Science of Luminaria

Luminaria are a beautiful addition to these longer winter nights, and you may especially encounter these glowing paper lanterns along driveways, sidewalks, or even on houses on Christmas and New Years…

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Posted on June 3, 2016February 19, 2021

The Makers are Coming! The Makers are Coming!

Have you heard the news? In July, Boston Children’s Museum is hosting Boston’s first official Maker Faire! What is a Maker Faire, you ask? Great question. Part science fair, part…

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Posted on December 21, 2015February 22, 2021

That Giant Milk Bottle

Since 1977, visitors to Boston Children’s Museum have been greeted, as they approach the Museum, by a 40-foot tall building in the shape of a milk bottle. This may seem…

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Posted on December 24, 2014February 23, 2021

Snow Globes

Want a fun (and easier-than-you-think) activity to try with your kids while they are on break from school?  Let’s make some snow globes.  Few things spark creativity in kids more than…

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Posted on September 25, 2014February 24, 2021

The Art of Letting Go

I have a confession.  I posted an article in March 2013 called “The Resiliency Gap”, in which I wrote about our observed increase in the number of children shying away…

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Posted on July 11, 2014February 24, 2021

How to Be a Bubble Hero

Summer is a great time for kids to be outside investigating the world around them, and there are not many more captivating activities for kids than blowing and chasing bubbles.…

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