Wacky Science
Captain's Log: Lava Lamps Were a Smooth Flow...Today
I prepped a lava lamp to show the kids last night, and realized I got some things wrong.
Natalya Hall
Musing
To That Neighbor with the Barking Dog, Don't Worry.
I always wondered how much of a nuisance my dog's barking was to the neighbors. How many of them heard, and who hated us for it?
Teaching
Captain's Log: Lava and a Letdown
Look, I'm learning, okay?
Wacky Science
Homemade Volcanoes Science Part 2: Deeper and Hotter
I woke up Monday morning and found, to my utter relief and surprise, a message from my boss reminding me this week was spring break. I had more chances to plan for a better lecture! So here's more science.
Wacky Science
Volcano Science, Homemade Edition
The good news is that it seems like the science is short and simple. The bad news is I will then make it longer and a little more complicated, because I want to go the extra mile for the students if given the chance.
Musing
My Own Schmidt Moment
Karl Patterson Schmidt, I salute you.
Autism
A Review of "The Invisible Manual" by Anonymous
To the author's credit, they did say the book wasn't a memoir. But when you're searching for true, lived experiences of other women with autism, it really doesn't help to dangle the story as truth or fiction.
Autism
"Do you think autism is a mental disorder?": My Autism Research Deep Dive, Currently
One day, my dad asked me if I thought autism was a mental disorder. I answered him from the perspective of a student versed in neuroscience and psychology. A definite "yes". Now what do I think, as someone with autism?
Wacky Science
Captain's Log: Why Did I Give Them Balloons So Soon?
I went in with enough cockiness that I made beginner teacher mistakes.
Musing
For The Love of Bubbles: The Gateway Concoction to Chemistry And The Universe
Kids should be taught about bubble science with quality. That's what I deliver. Also it's actually a cool way to begin learning chemistry and the laws of the universe!
Teaching
Captain's Log: Oobleck and the Obvious
I'm starting to hate corn starch. It's just as sticky and messy as glitter, but without the glam.
Autism
The Importance of Certainty
Sometimes I like to surf reddit. Since my recent autism diagnosis, I was feeling curious and decided to look at the subreddit catering to autism memes. Boy, did I certainly feel seen.