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Food for Thought is full of fascinating facts about ​science, news and important events to help educate and inform your young scientist.
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Rock Types

Kids and adults are fascinated by rocks. Here are some rocking fun facts you can share with them about rock types and how they are formed!

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Heat Energy

Think of all the ways you can create heat!  You can start a fire, run around the playground, or rub your hands together. Let’s learn more about heat energy!

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Metamorphic Rocks: Pressure!

Metamorphic rocks start as one type of rock (but with heat, pressure, and time) gradually change into a new type of rock! Let’s look at how this happens and what kinds of rocks are metamorphic.

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Fun Facts About Salt

Salt flavors our foods, but salt is way more interesting than just a crystal that you sprinkle on your french fries! Let’s learn some fun facts about salt.

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Fresh Water

Many living things all over the world depend on fresh water. Here are some ideas to help you reduce how much water you use.

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Waves and Erosion

Here are some fun facts to share with your kids next time you’re at the beach!

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Bird Watching

Here are some fun ways for kids to get started bird watching!

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How Storms Happen

Curious how the weather works? Let’s take a quick look at how wind and rain are generated and part of one big cycle here on Earth!