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A new educational movement to tie math, science and technology concepts to practical application is gathering momentum in Austin,, giving students the tools they need to turn theory into reality. STEM Education If you’ve been paying attention to media reports on...2015 Readers Poll Favorites
Every year between March 1 and May 15, Austin area families have opportunity to vote on favorites in several categories. Be sure to congratulate these winners when you see them. Many will have the winner’s banner displayed at their place of business....Homemade Watercolors
This project is a great mix of science and art that engages children in several S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, arts and math) principles at once. Children not only get to participate in the science of making the watercolors, but also enjoy the artistic...2015 Readers Poll Favorite Winners
Every year between March 1 and May 15, Austin area families have opportunity to vote on favorites in several categories. Be sure to congratulate these winners when you see them. Many will have the winner’s banner displayed at their place of business....Readers’ Poll Favorites
2014 Readers’ Poll Favorites Congratulations to our 2014 Readers’ Poll Favorites! These businesses and services are our readers’ top picks for the best places in Austin. Voting took place online at www.austinfamily.com March 1 through May 15, 2014....
When Does a Tween Become a Teen?
I picked my son and a few of his friends up from middle school to drive them to an activity. These were friends that he – and I – have known since kindergarten, and this was nowhere near the first time this crew had been in my car, although it had...
