Activities for Kids

Jason Lindsey, a.k.a. “Mr. Science”, joins us from his backyard to demonstrate some fun science experiments for kids. Find out how to pop a balloon using only the power of the sun or create a soda fountain using mentos.

“It’s important to do science in a virtual world,” says beloved STEM certified educator, Mr. Science. He shows 22 first graders how to do mind-blowing science projects at home with simple everyday ingredients. Try this one with your kiddos—all you need is a ziplock bag, straws, pencils, and water. We promise, no explosions in the house.

There is nothing quite like a flickering lantern to put the special chill into Halloween! Ross Thomas and his fam show us how easy it is to put that special fright into the night.

Visiting a good museum can inspire the spirit and mind. Luckily, one of California’s best is now open. The California Academy of Sciences has new in-person exhibits including an immersive photography experience and venom exhibit.

Two fearless women who believe passionately in the arts as a therapeutic expression are growing a performing arts studio with virtual and backyard classes in Danville, Calif. Hear how children have flocked to I Can Do That’s performance programs to help normalize their fears and vulnerabilities during the pandemic.

Looking for ways to lift your kiddos spirits? For the entire month of October kids 11 and under are free at both the San Diego Zoo & Safari Park. Enjoy new experiences like the Safari Cabanas and glow-in-the-dark Halloween nights.

Sea otters, sharks, and penguins come to life with new, interactive programs for kids at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Ross Thomas gives us a virtual tour of all the fun.

Malou Nubla learns about the hottest new gadgets and games to help your children learn at home.

Keeping kids entertained while cooped up inside for days is no easy feat. This list of resources will hopefully provide hours of fun for your children of all ages.

Malou learns how to make the ultimate chocolate soda at home. One sip turns everyone into a kid again.

Ready, set, blast-off! Malou Nubla is entertained by the backyard shenanigans from Mr. Science.

He’s only 6 and he’s already business savvy! Jessica Vilchis talks to the boy behind CreationsByNicholas.com

Get ready for blast-off! Mr. Science is revving up his rockets for Malou Nubla.

Malou Nubla checks out some new toys with which children can play with their friends at a safe distance.

Two-time NBA champion Kenny “The Jet” Smith has an exciting new project for kids! He talks to Danielle Nottingham about his new virtual camp called Jet Academy.

Ready for some tie-dye magic? Ross Thomas has an eco-friendly approach that’s great for the whole family.

We all need a little help keeping the kids entertained this summer. Jeanette Pavini gives Malou Nubla some ideas to keep kids busy and having fun this summer despite summer camps being closed.

Ross and his family take us on their nature walk and show us a fun way to stay creative in nature.

Mr. Science shows Malou Nubla his fun, new science trick to try at home with a balloon.

Mr. Science shows Malou Nubla and her 6-year-old niece Gia how to make some science magic!