I told the kindergartners that Clara might be a mama whale, which means she might have a... I let the sentence hang. Usually kids erupt immediately. This group was quiet. Then one small voice asked, very seriously: "A tummy ache?"

Over 830 people showed up in Burlington, Wisconsin, on a Saturday. The line stretched long enough that the wait exceeded an hour. What made it possible wasn't just a 56-foot whale. It was what happens when libraries decide to work together.

Gray whales are among the most fascinating animals on Earth. They hold the record for the longest mammal migration, feed by vacuuming the ocean floor, and produce milk so thick it barely flows. Here is everything you need to know about one of the ocean's most surprising creatures.

Why do some lessons stick for years while others fade by Friday? The answer is biology, not luck. After 15 years of presenting science to kids across Wisconsin, I've watched hands-on learning work in real time, and the research backs up what I see in the room every day.

Not all science assemblies deliver the same value. Before you book, understand the difference between a 90-minute show and a full-day immersive program — and what each one actually costs per student. The right choice depends on your goals, your budget, and what you want your students to remember a week later.

A practical guide for principals and PTAs looking to bring high-quality science experiences to their students without breaking the budget. School budgets are tight. That's not news to anyone who works in education. But across Wisconsin, schools are still finding creative ways to bring meaningful enrichment programs to their students. Science assemblies, visiting experts, hands-on STEM experiences — these things are happening, even in districts where discretionary spending is

A practical guide for Wisconsin principals and curriculum directors evaluating science enrichment programs. School assembly programs come in all shapes and sizes. Some are entertaining but forgettable. Others check the curriculum box but fail to engage students. The best ones do something harder: they create a genuine sense of wonder while delivering content that teachers can actually build on. If you're evaluating science assembly programs for your school, whether for a sing

The Hebior Mammoth was Wisconsin’s Ice Age giant, and seeing a life-sized replica skull up close in Wausau amazed kids and adults alike. Standing nearly 10 feet off the ground, it brought prehistory to life — an unforgettable experience that still inspires awe today.

When you live in Wisconsin, outdoor adventures aren’t hard to come by. Over Labor Day weekend, my kids and I decided to check something...

Heritage Hill is a fantastic place to learn about Wisconsin's early history. From the fur trade, to fabric making, it has a little bit of everything.

As a 40-something-year-old father of two, I’m constantly on the lookout for family-friendly travel destinations that strike the perfect...