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20 Easy to Do Science Experiments for Kindergarten & Kids
Your child is at an age when the world around him/her seems exciting and plain old fun. It's no wonder it's the best time to introduce your kindergarten kids to the fascinating world and wonders of science. Here are a couple of easy kindergarten science experiments for your kids.
Simple Science Experiments For Preschool Children
These cool kindergarten science experiment ideas can be done indoors and outdoors and will assimilate fine motor and observational skills in kids. Try these out at home and outside too.
Sink And Float
Sink and float is a fun science game where you take a sheet of paper and label two columns as sink and float, respectively. You then tell your child to collect a couple of household and simple outdoor objects and try placing them one at a time in a big bowl or pan of water to see whether they sink or float.
The science behind this is that heavy objects sink while light objects float. Your kids will love it.
Invisible Drawing
Tell your kid to take a pan of water and mix in a few drops of dishwashing detergent. Get them a cotton swab and encourage them to draw or write their favorite letters on the bathroom window. After a hot bath or steam bath, they'll notice that the letters or pictures they drew on the glass become visible despite the foggy surroundings.
The science behind this is that dishwashing detergent prevents water molecules from forming on the surface. Amazing!
The Egg Game
Give your kid a glass and ask him to pour water till the halfway mark. Now, ask your kid to mix six tablespoons of salt and stir. Again, instruct your kid to gently add water till it the glass is almost full. Tell him/her to place the egg in the water and watch what happens. The egg will float because salt increases the density of the water.
The Magnet Game
Ask your kid to gather a few items from around the house and place them near a magnet one by one. The ones that are made from metal or nickel will get pulled in while the others won't stick to the magnet. It's a cool way to teach your kid about the magnetic properties of metals.
Colour Theory Game
Take three glasses and fill them with water and add food colouring in each. Make sure the colours you add are red, yellow, and blue. Ask your kid to mix the colours and observe how new colours form. The science behind this is that red, yellow, and blue, are primary colours which can be used to create more colour variations.
Ice Cups
Ask your kid to take three cups of water and fill them up to the brim. Cover one of them with a lid and tell him to put them all in the freezer. In the morning, remind your kid to take them out from the freezer and check them again. The cup with the lid will have noticeable cracks; the reason being water expands when frozen to cold temperatures, causing the cup to crack.
The Balloon Experiment
Inflate a balloon and place it near your kid's ear. Gently tap it and watch him/her marvel at the outcome. The science lesson in this is that air molecules move and collide with each other, thus increasing sound waves.
The Wave Game
Take a bottle and fill 3/4 of it with water and the rest with castor oil. Add food colouring to the mix and ask your kid to turn it upside down or side to side. Colourful waves will travel from one end to the other, thus teaching them that the Earth's gravitational pull causes waves as it rotates around the sun.
The Gravity Game
Take a big watermelon and apple. Make sure you weight them each apart so that your kid realizes which one is heavier. Take them to a tall playground structure and ask him/her to drop both of them at the same time. If done correctly, both the objects will hit the ground at the same time. Your kid may be baffled at this experiment and ask how the heavier object didn't reach the ground before the lighter one.
The answer is the Earth's gravity attracts all objects with an equal pull and this pull's force doesn't change based on the weights of different objects. Repeat this experiment with bowling balls, ping pong balls, and other objects and watch your kids' curiosity unfold! Newton would be proud.
The Water Lesson
This little game involves three coffee cans, pieces of black construction paper, some tape, moist dirt, sand, and some time. Place the three cans in front of a sunny window on top of a radiation. Tape all the three with black construction paper except make sure that the second one is filled halfway with moist dirt and the third with sand. Ask your kid to make a hypothesis and check back after a while. Your kid will notice that the paper taped to the can filled with dirt will be drenched with moisture while the sandy can will have light traces of moisture, thus proving that soil retains water.
This lesson is also tied to their kindergarten curriculum and introduces them to their water cycle lessons too!
Best Science Experiments For Children
We understand your kid may be entering junior high any time which is why we have covered science experiments for children who are older than kindergarten kids too. Here are a couple of easy science experiments for kids of older age groups-
The Shadow Game
Everyday life provides many opportunities for this fun little game. Ask your child to investigate his shadow and guess where the light source comes from. What happens if he changes the shape of the shadow and takes objects like hula hoops and morphs it into different shapes? What happens if you change the direction the hula hoop is facing or if you move to a different spot outdoors or indoors? Explore this game with a lamp as well.
Backyard Detectives
Take your kid out on a detective adventure to the backyard or a park. Ask him to explore different species of plants, bugs, insects, and small-sized animal species. Teach them to observe trees and look for signs of animal life there. Have the leaves been eaten or has the soil been burrowed? Ask questions aloud like, 'I wonder what the ants eat?' or 'I wonder how the caterpillar moves' will teach you kid about the structures of organisms and how they meet their basic needs. Ask your child to wonder about which animals take shelter where and when they come out. Document these changes and capture outdoor moments on camera every season to make memories and have fun exploring hands-on learning.
Playground Science
Take your kid to the playground and ask them to balance themselves on swings or play structures. Ask them to think about what they are doing and how long they are able to maintain balance based on different postures. Tell them to think about what happens when they push harder on the swing and why it happens. Playing on the swings will teach your kids about equal and opposite forces.
Weather And Structure Games
When taking your kid on car rides or bus trips, ask him to describe the shapes and number of clouds, whether the sun is visible or not or where light comes from, the differences between manmade structures, and describing what the weather is like. These observations will model their senses and enhance their understanding of their surroundings. Ask your child to reason why the moon follows them at the night and explain to them why that appears to be so but is not.
Building Blocks
Take your child to construction sites or places with bricks and stones. Ask him to look closely and notice whether the stone has multiple colours or how they differ in shape and texture. Explain to him how buildings are made and how the materials look and differ in their foundations. What kind of challenges do construction workers face during building constructions and why are the rooftops of houses slanted? These experiences will build your child's observation skills and awareness of their environments.
Kitchen Experiments
The kitchen is a wonderful avenue for developing a sense of measuring and observing how changes take place (foundations of chemistry). Children of this age are curious and want to help out in the kitchen. Let your child do that by encouraging him/her to mix ingredients, play with recipes, and watch how changes occur when two ingredients mix and heat up on the pan. Make scrambled eggs and pancakes in front of your child and allow them to observe how the fire changes the shape and colour of the yolk and encourage him/her to describe what he/she is seeing.
Coloured Flowers
Capillary action is when water flows through small spaces without the help of gravitational pull or external opposing forces. This phenomenon is due to the high surface tension of fluids and it explains how a sponge draws water into it or how hair strands stay wet after a bath even if gravity acts on them. A fun experiment to demonstrate this is to take a bunch of white flowers, trim with angled cuts and place them in a cup of lukewarm water. Add a couple drops of food dye and colouring and let the flowers sit for a few hours, until they begin to change colours. Your kids will be left mind-blown with this experiment.
Homemade Slime
Slime ranks at the top of childhood memories and who doesn't have fond memories of watching Ghost Busters as kids? For this cool little trick, take a 1/4 cup of water, 1/4 cup of white school glue, and add a few drops of food colouring to the mix. Add borax solution to the glue and water and mix. Continue kneading till it results in a texture you like and remove the slime from your bowl or cup and have fun.
Paper Airplanes
Teach your kids a little bit about physics and origami by making a paper airplane. Let it fly and bend its corners to demonstrate how the plane changes its flight path.
Mentos Fun
This experiment is a little explosive in nature so make sure to stand back when watching it go. For this you need a can of diet coke and a mentos pack. Drop in a mentos (or two) in the can of diet coke can and watch it explode! Older kids absolutely love it!
Kids love quenching their curiosity and exploring the marvels of science. At these budding ages, let them explore, have fun, and try out these science experiments and activities for kids at home and outside while you're at it!
Your kid will definitely think you're cool and creative and give you props for your taste of adventure with these easy but fun indoor and outdoor science experiments!
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Dal Tadka / Dal Fry
The Dal tadka is a regular affair at all our homes and is very easy to prepare. It tastes delicious with rotis and rice. Add a teaspoon of ghee to the dish for a distinct aroma and appetizing flavour. Dal tadka is versatile enough to be served with an array of Indian flat breads like roti, chapati, naan and rice as well.
Serves
Preparation Time
Cooking Time
4 People
10-15 Minutes
20-25 Minutes
Ingredients
1 cup arhar / tur dal
1/4 cup yellow moong dal
1 green chilli
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
salt to taste
1/2 tsp mustard seeds
2 dry red chillies
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1 sprig Curry leaves
1 tsp mustard
1/2 tsp cumin seeds
Method
Step 1
Wash arhar dal and moong dal and let them soak for at least 15 min
Step 2
Drain and boil the dal in a pressure cooker along with the split green chilli, turmeric powder, salt and about 2 cups of water.
Step 3
Allow the steam to escape before opening the lid.
Step 4
Mash the ingredients while hot.
Step 5
Temper mustard seeds, cumin seeds, curry leaves and broken red chillies in about 2 tbsp oil.
Step 6
Add onion to this and fry till the onions turn golden brown. Add the chopped tomatoes and saute for a few minutes.
Step 7
Add the dals to this and bring to boil.
Step 8
Garnish with coriander leaves and serve hot.
Nutritional Information
Calories
144 K cal
Proteins
5.6 g
Fats
0.4 g
Carbohydrates
4.3 g
Cholesterol
8 mg
Sodium
246 mg
Potassium
14 mg
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10 Essential Tips for Resolving Conflict In The Workplace
At some point or other you are bound to conflict with someone you know. This may be a stranger, a loved one or someone you work with – and even if you avoid the situation, it will happen to each of us some time. Trying to avoid conflict with the people you know is only a natural human tendency, but it sure does not work over the long term. Letting an issue fester is not the best option in most cases, and you will have to face the issue head-on to resolve it.
Importance of Resolving Conflict in the Workplace
There are a plethora of workplace processes which can be affected if two people conflict. Some of the benefits of resolving conflict in the workplace are given below.
Conflict at the workplace affects the productivity of the two people involved in it. You spend a large part of the day at the workplace, and if something makes you dread that time, it is going to be an unpleasant feeling. Therefore, you must try to solve the issue as soon as possible.
Another thing to remember is that a conflict does not only affect the two people involved in it. It affects all those around them, and the atmosphere at the workplace can change in a jiffy if there is conflict in the air. Employees may be forced to choose sides, which can harm the morale of the company as a whole.
Resolving it quickly can have a huge impact, and you can go back to enjoying your work soon. The importance of it cannot be understated.
Strategies for Resolving Conflict in the Workplace
There are many ways to deal with conflict at work, and some of these are given below.
1. Forget about Winning
You must remember that there are no prizes for being right in this situation. This is not an argument you can win in any way, and longer it goes on, all those involved are losing their peace of mind and productivity. Victory in this issue can only be mutual, and it comes with finding common ground, compromising and forgiving the other.
2. The Blame Game
It is easy to only blame someone else for whatever is the cause of the conflict. This is perhaps the easiest thing to do, but it does not solve anything. Preferably, both the parties must try and look for the root cause of the issue rather than blaming each other in the conflict. This way, it can be prevented in the future too.
3. Calmness
Calmness is an undervalued trait, and it can be particularly useful in the case of conflict resolution. Being cool can give you an upper hand in any situation – you may feel like screaming or shouting, but that does not any favours in any manner. Being calm can help you start solving the problems at hand sooner, too.
4. Listen to Understand
Many people tend to forget to listen as soon as they get angry. The result is that the anger ends up being misguided since you have not heard what the other person has to say. Even while listening, it should not be done to give the other person a reply regarding what he said. You should try to hear to understand his side, and this can lead to a quicker resolution.
5. Find Positives
Even if you are giving negative feedback to the other person involved, you should try to provide positive feedback too. You must accentuate the positives, and find other commonalities that you may be able to leverage. These will help you reach common ground quicker, and the conflict can, therefore, be resolved faster. Normalising the situation can be done via this, too.
6. Be Tactful
You must let the other party know what you are thinking – the key is to do it tactfully, in a controlled manner. You should apologise for anything wrong that you or your team may have done, in that situation. This can disarm their anger, and they now tend to listen to your side better. Therefore, you will be able to offer proper, fact-based arguments and the conflict can be resolved quickly.
7. The problem, not the person
You must remember that the issue at hand is not regarding the person standing opposite you so that the focus is always on solving the problem. Never attack the messenger of the problem or the person who caused it; instead, you should spend that time improving or solving the problem at hand to make it manageable.
8. Future, not past
Dissecting the issue at hand can be appealing, but it should be done only to analyse where the problems started appearing. Your focus must be on how this can be avoided in the future, rather than thinking about blaming the person who made a mistake to start with. While analysis is right, it should only be to solve the problem and not for the blame games.
9. Question Right
There is massive importance to how you ask something you want to know since the outcomes can be poles apart for the same question rephrased differently. Instead of asking questions which may make the person feel slighted or accused, you should try to make the questions more matter-of-fact and well-argued. This can help both the parties interact well, and you will be able to get to the root of the problem quicker in this case.
10. Pick Your Battles
The desire to be right is only human nature – however, is that important in this current scenario? When resolving a conflict, you must choose the battles you are fighting exceptionally carefully. You cannot be right, helpful and happy all at once – you must select the one that you want to most and proceed into the argument accordingly. Think about the long-term implications of the outcomes of your resolution too, when you make the decision.
When Should HR (Human Resouce Professionals) Step In?
In some cases of conflict in the workplaces, it may be imperative that the HR department at the organisation involves itself in resolving it. Some of the scenarios are mentioned below.
In many conflicts, you may find employees who are threatening to quit over the issue. Most organisations know that finding and training the right talent is extremely difficult today – in such cases, it is better to offer a solution.
When the disagreements between the parties are not professional, but more personal, in such cases, the respect between the people will be lost, and HR will have to intervene to prevent more problems.
If the conflicts between the involved parties are not staying within themselves and are affecting all the others around them, it could result in a severe drop in morale. In such cases, the success of the organisations may even be affected – therefore it is better than the HR steps in.
When to Seek Outside Help?
Sometimes, the best thing to do if the conflict cannot be resolved between the parties involved would be to look for help from outside. Some of the many such scenarios are given below.
If the issues involved may turn out to be legal and court cases, it is best to include the outside authorities. Discrimination and harassment are examples of such a situation – these cannot always be handled by the HR, so the best way to move is with outside help.
In some cases, the issue at hand may be too big for HR. The Human Resources Department of an organisation have its limitations also – they are not all-encompassing. At such times, when you think that the HR does not have the time nor the training to resolve this conflict, it would be best to go for some outside medium to solve the problem at hand.
Many conflicts may not be the first of its kind – if the same problems start to appear between the same two parties despite being ‘resolved’ already by the HR, then it is evident that someone with better skills or a fresh perspective is required in the case. Therefore, it would be better to go for some outside mediation.
If the flare-ups between the parties tend to become abusive or it is evident that they involve bullying, choosing to go outside the HR may not be a bad decision.
If the manager in question is in need of some retraining which can not be done by the company itself, it is obvious that some outside help is needed.
When the conflict which exists affects the office so much that it is essential that people stay away from it to resolve it, you should go for outside mediation.
Conflicts are a part of human nature, and there is nothing good that can arise from trying to hide from them. They do not always solve themselves, so you need to know how you can defuse a situation well to work well together.
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Are you fed up with hair fall.... Natural remedies to get rid of hair fall
There are some natural remedies to get rid of hair fall. These are easily available things and it will be in our kitchen or surroundings.
You all know natural way takes time. But our hard work makes it easier.
Lets see some of them
*before applying all these you should apply little bit of oil in the scalp*
Fenugreek seed
Method of use:
Soak 2 tbspn of Fenugreek seed in water for overnight
In the morning grind it well
Add required water
Then apply it on the scalp as well in the roots
Then wait for 10 min
Wash your hair in normal water
Shampoo is not needed while applying this mask
Use this mask twice in a week
This helps to remove dirt in our hair also helps to regrow our hair. Makes hair shiny and remove dandruff.
We can use rice water instead of water to grind Fenugreek seed.
Rice water is good for hair.
2.Rice water
Keep rice water overnight. And wash your hair with this in the morning. It helps to strengthen your hair.
It can done everyday.
3.hibiscus
Hibiscus is a natural shampoo..
Pluck hibiscus leaf and flower
Grind well in water or rice water
Apply on hair like shampoo
Wash with water
It helps to remove dirt. Makes hair shiny. Helps in hair growth. Use once in a week.
4.Aloevera
Its a good medicine for hair.
Cut a piece of aloeVera
Take the gel inside in it
Smash it well
Apply on the scalp as well as roots
Wait for 10 minutes
Wash hair in water
This helps to remove dandruff and makes hair shiny. Helps hair growth . It can be used twice in a week.
5.onion juice
Yes it's a good medicine for dandruff
Take 4 or 5 small onions
Peel off the skin
Wash
Grind without water
Squeeze and take its juice
Apply it on scalp
Wait 10 minutes
Wash with water
If the smell is irritating use a mild shampoo. Otherwise shampoo is not required
It removes dandruff and helps hair growth. Can be used once in a week.
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4 Easy Hacks to Rock your Denims
A denim wardrobe is the perfect fallback option in rainy weather, frigid cold, and even in sultry summer months. A little change in styling and you have a winning combination in your hand, at all times. Learn a few denim jeans styling tips to look good without a fuss.
From rugged to runway-worthy, a pair of jeans is a perfect antidote to a boring wardrobe. With a bit of smart styling and a whole lot of attitude, you can take your pair of denims anywhere from an al fresco date, a picnic, a college presentation to a night of dirty dancing. You can wear your humble jeans with T-shirts, blazers, tunics, and even kurtis — what can be a bigger testament of how versatile jeans are, right? Let's learn a few more cool hacks before you slip into those skinnies.
The Trusty Demin Tricks That'll Take Your Style PlacesMirrored heels
Give your distressed jeans a brush of star power with mirrored pointy pumps. Choose from silver, golden, or a bevy of other colours. The footwear will glam up your basic jeans, and you can take it to a fancy dinner or a night of revelry. Just throw in an off-shoulder top, a peplum Bardot sleeve top, or even a slouchy button-down shirt and feel like royalty with these denim hacks.
1. Mirrored Heels:
Give your distressed jeans a brush of star power with mirrored pointy pumps. Choose from silver, golden, or a bevy of other colours. The footwear will glam up your basic jeans, and you can take it to a fancy dinner or a night of revelry. Just throw in an off-shoulder top, a peplum Bardot sleeve top, or even a slouchy button-down shirt and feel like royalty with these denim hacks.
2. Crop it Like it's Hot
Nothing says sexy, quite like a crop top. Midriff or that toned abs-baring, a crop top lends your pair of jeans that extra oomph, which is perfect to beat any "don't have enough clothes" mood. Just slip on a solid or patterned crop top with a pair of mid-waist flared jeans and watch your style emulate the hip 70s. Dash to a fun birthday party, spend a day shopping at the mall, or give your lips a shot of red and hit a pub!
3. Roll Them Up Like a Pro
A pair of boyfriend jeans is, well, so ultra chic. Roll the hems up a bit and you have a look few can rival. A pair of rolled-up jeans worn with a tank top and stilettos is a recipe for looking cool and sexy. Want more? Just throw in a fedora and big dark sunnies, and be ready to breeze from one swish lunch event to a fancy day at the races. This is one of those denim jeans styling tips that is a look being toasted to in the current fashion circle.
4. Sweatshirt Leisure
If a jet-setter lifestyle defines you, nothing goes better with it than a pair of skinnies worn with a sweatshirt. Be sure to pick them in quirky prints, witty slogans, and even embellishments (A little bling never hurts anybody). You can give this cool, laid-back look a pinch of grunge with high-top sneakers and a bowler hat. Alternatively, rustle things up with a pair of wedges in a funky colour and a matching scarf wrapped around the neck.
With a little trickery up your style arsenal, wearing jeans will never be the same again. Ditch the boring, stir your creative instincts, and get ready to style a pair of denims in unique ways. Have fun experimenting with your looks and say hello to a fun and natty denimdrobe! Read more
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Expecting Mom due in 4 months
13 hours ago
Q. mam i am 21 week continuing in my pregnancy but my baby not moving as much
Dr Priyanka Kalra
Obstetrician and Gynaecologist
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A. pl do ultrasound. better to show to specialist always as they get the correct diagnosis. try to avoid self and extra medication that will only complicate this and create more damage to the child
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Mom of a Newborn child
12 hours ago
Q. #asktheexperts what is muconium staining?
Dr Ghouse
Paediatrician
12 hours ago
A. due to feetal distance that will be mcconium passing in the uterine cavity itself. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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Expecting Mom due in 2 months
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Q. #asktheexperts What should I buy for my baby however I'm just expecting in 2 month
Dr Ghouse
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A. you can get information regarding essentials of the new ones watch any YouTube channel. if there is no relief it is better you see your doctor for proper examination particularly physical examination if there is need for doing investigations to find out the problem and treatment ok
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Expecting Mom due in 5 months
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Q. I got faint line all my pregnancy test and I missed my periods for 10 days but USG and TVs test confirm there is no pregnancy is there any chance that it is very early stage that's why it is not visible???? or TVs test is the last thing that can tell that really there is no pregnancy
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Mom of a 9 yr 7 m old girl
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A. I think it would be advisable for you to get an ultrasound done with your doctor that’s going to give you a clarity because if there is a pregnancy it would be visible at least at least that sack is visible if it’s a regular pregnancy so it would be advisable to have a test with your doctor
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Q. mere twins baby girl and boyhai one month 8 days old kya mai ghutti de sakte hun ya gripe water de sakte hun aur kab se start kar sakte hun
Dr. Minal Acharya
Nutritionist
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A. dear Mum, you should not give any sort of gripe water or ghutti to your baby. these are unhealthy and dangerous and can cause infection to your baby. so, these should be completely avoided.
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Guardian of 0 children
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Q. I am currently 32 week pregnant.I recently had growth scan.mu baby is in cephalic presentation. Does this change as I approach my due date. Also my EDD is July 25 and EDC is July 2. what is my expected due date. Also what is EDC?
Dr Vandan H Kumar
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6 hours ago
A. edc is expected date of delivery only.
that is 40 weeks
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