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Marcus F

Marcus writes practical STEM guides: quick "I'm bored" fixes, honest robotics kit reviews, telescope-free astronomy, and space facts. No fluff, just what works for genuinely curious kids. He's obsessed with activities that actually deliver.

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Why the Sky Is Blue (But Sunsets Are Red)

Sunlight looks white, but it's actually all colours mixed together. Blue light bounces around in the atmosphere, turning the whole sky blue. At sunset, light travels further and the blue scatters away — leaving only the warm reds and oranges.

moon astronomy science, science experiments

The Moon Always Faces Earth

No matter where you are on Earth, no matter what time of night, you are always looking at the same side of the Moon. The other side exists — it's just never visible from Earth. For thousands of years, humans had no idea what it looked like.

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Science for Kids: Why Moon Footprints Last Forever

Footprints on the Moon last millions of years. Why? The Moon has no weather—no rain to wash them away, no wind to cover them with dust. Neil Armstrong's 1969 footprints are still there today, unchanged, because the Moon has no atmosphere to create weather.

Spiral galaxy with billions of stars in deep space

Beyond Our Solar System: Universe Facts for Kids

When you look at stars, you see the past. The universe expands forever, but the Milky Way will merge with Andromeda Galaxy (not too soon though). There are neutron stars, black holes, rogue planets, and other wonders beyond our solar system. Universe facts worth sharing.

Robotics for kids

Robotics Kit 7+

Torn between two options. Both say ages 7+, both cost £149.99, but one requires 90 minutes of building while the other works straight out of the box

Choosing the Right Robotics Kit for Your 7-8 Year Old

Choosing the Right Robotics Kit for Your 7-8 Year Old

Best robotics kits match their development: screen-free coding, clear instructions, quick results. Top picks include Botley 2.0 for beginners and Sphero indi for hands-on learners. Choose kits that grow with your child's skills and interests.

Getting Your Kids Into Astronomy (Without Buying a Telescope First)

Getting Your Kids Into Astronomy (Without Buying a Telescope First)

You don't need a telescope to get kids into astronomy—start with the Moon's phases, bright planets like Venus, and free stargazing apps. Make it hands-on with scale models or Moon phase cookies. Answer questions honestly, even with "scientists don't know yet." Curiosity matters more than facts.