11 May
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How A Unicorn-Themed Alphabetical Periodic Table Book Came To Be

The Magical Elements of the Periodic Table Presented Alphabetically By The Metal Horn Unicorns draws inspiration from the previously established Journey To Osm unicorn books. In that book twelve main characters each have a metal horn and hooves correlating to the properties of certain metals. For example, in this novel, Cuprum—the Copper Horned Unicorn—can purify water and control tornadoes with her powers as they develop throughout her story arc. Additionally, she can make rivers dance; this is an ability yet to be seen in any metal element!

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27 Apr
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Unicorn-Themed Teaching Tools and Activities To Encourage Your Child’s Interest In Science

Unicorn-Themed Teaching Tools and Activities To Encourage Your Child’s Interest In Science. How Fun Is This? Create Your Own Magical Unicorn Elemental Periodic Table Activity! For year, kids have been creating fun comic book characters to make it easier for them to learn more about the elements of the periodic table. They could either come up with a super hero or a villain to represent their chosen element. Now, there’s some competition from UNICORNS! Unicorns are magical and so are the elements of the periodic table. This Create Your Own Magical Unicorn Elemental Activity is based on the 26 unicorns from the “Magical Elements of The Periodic Table Presented Alphabetically By The Metal Horn Unicorns” book. Each unicorn acquaints kids with their own unique elemental magic as well as its amazing everyday uses. Alumna starts things out by introducing the very necessary metal, Aluminum, on her element sheet.  Dr. Zinko rounds out the alphabet by presenting facts and  other fun information about the metal, Zinc, on his.  The Metal Horn Unicorns say, “No Metal – No Magic. . .and No Technology”. The activity is a printable pdf file.

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24 Apr
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Encourage Your Child’s Interest In Science With Unicorn-Themed Teaching Tools and Activities

Encourage Your Child’s Interest In Science With Unicorn-Themed Teaching Tools and Activities. How Fun Is This? Create Your Own Magical Unicorn Elemental Periodic Table Activity! For year, kids have been creating fun comic book characters to make it easier for them to learn more about the elements of the periodic table. They could either come up with a super hero or a villain to represent their chosen element. Now, there’s some competition from UNICORNS! Unicorns are magical and so are the elements of the periodic table. This Create Your Own Magical Unicorn Elemental Activity is based on the 26 unicorns from the “Magical Elements of The Periodic Table Presented Alphabetically By The Metal Horn Unicorns” book. Each unicorn acquaints kids with their own unique elemental magic as well as its amazing everyday uses. Alumna starts things out by introducing the very necessary metal, Aluminum, on her element sheet.  Dr. Zinko rounds out the alphabet by presenting facts and  other fun information about the metal, Zinc, on his.  The Metal Horn Unicorns say, “No Metal – No Magic. . .and No Technology”. The activity is a printable pdf file.

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14 Apr
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Science Can Be Magical – Magical Elements of the Periodic Table Presented Alphabetically By The Metal Horn Unicorns

Magical Elements of the Periodic Table Presented Alphabetically By The Metal Horn Unicorns. The Metal Horn Unicorns Make Science Magical. Unicorn and Science! How magical. Take a look at the new book by Sybrina Durant with Illustrations by Pumudi Gardiyawasam. It’s called Magical Elements of the Periodic Table Presented Alphabetically By The Metal Horn Unicorns. They say, “No Metal – No Magic…and No Technology”. Get the book and downloadable activities, too.

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25 Mar
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Alumna Presents Aluminum

The Magical Periodic Table Element – Aluminum. Aluminum is one of the most abundant elements on Earth. It’s used in a variety of products, from foil to cans to aircrafts. And while it’s commonplace in our lives, there’s still a lot we don’t know about this metal. Sometimes it even seems a little magical.

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22 Mar
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The Magical Periodic Table Element – Jodium (Iodine)

The Magical Periodic Table Element – Jodium (Iodine). The Spellbinding Properties of Jodium – The Dutch Name for Iodine. In the realm of chemistry, where elements are like the superheroes of the periodic table, one element stands out with its spellbinding properties – Iodine! With its deep violet hue and incredible abilities, iodine holds a magical allure that has fascinated scientists and chemists alike for centuries. So, grab your lab coat and prepare to be enchanted as we explore the mystical world of iodine! Learn More.

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15 Mar
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The Magical Periodic Table Element – Potassmium

The Magical Periodic Table Element – Potassium. Potassium: The Magical Element that Beats Bananas! Move aside, Harry Potter! There’s a new magical element in town, and it goes by the name of Potassium. You may have just scoffed and said, “Potassium? What’s so magical about that?” Well, my friends, prepare to be enlightened because this humble element has some extraordinary tricks up its sleeve. Learn More.

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09 Mar
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The Magical Periodic Table Element – Osmium

The Magical Periodic Table Element – Osmium. Magically Mysterious Osmium: The Ethereal Blue Element. In the realm of chemical elements, there is one that stands out for its stunning beauty and captivating allure. Osmium, a member of the platinum group metals, possesses an ethereal blue hue that defies the typical metallic appearance. This remarkable characteristic, combined with its rarity and unique properties, gives osmium an almost mystical quality that has fascinated scientists, artists, and collectors for centuries. Learn More.

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05 Mar
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The Magical Periodic Table Element – Quick Silver (Mercury)

The Magical Periodic Table Element – Quick Silver (Mercury). Unleashing the Mystical Prowess of Quick Silver (Mercury): Prepare to be Spellbound! In a world where magic and enchantment abound, there is one element that never fails to captivate our imaginations – Mercury! Yes, you heard it right, that shimmering, silver liquid metal that seems to hold an invisible spell over us all. Today, we reveal the hidden magical aspects of this mesmerizing element. Buckle up, as we embark on a whimsical journey through the mystical realm of Mercury! Learn More.

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