Carschooling Science: Service Station Science

Stopping for gas is a great time to get the kids involved in science. Think of the possibilities. How does a car engine work? Why should you check the air pressure in the tires? What is the purpose of the fuel and fluids used in the car? If you don’t know the answers to these [...]

Carschooling Science: Stormy Weather

Driving in stormy weather can provide many learning opportunities including driver’s safety education. Talk to your kids about how vision is impaired by weather conditions and how the roads are slicker and more treacherous in rainy weather. Explain that cars deposit little drops of oil on the surface of the road. When the rain comes, [...]