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As the year comes to an end, it’s a great time for kids to pause, look back, and celebrate everything they’ve learned, tried, and discovered. Reflection is an important skill that helps kids understand themselves, build confidence, and dream about what’s next. At the Magic City Discovery Center, we believe reflection is an important part of growing. Let’s take a look at why reflecting on the year matters and how kids can do it in creative, meaningful ways. Why Reflecting Is I

Every year, kids across the United States get excited for Santa Claus to load up his sleigh, feed his reindeer, and take off across the sky. But here’s something amazing: Santa doesn’t just visit one country, he visits all of them!  And in different places, he sometimes uses different names, wears different clothes, or has helpers that fit that country’s traditions. After all… Santa is magic. And when you’re magical, you can be many places, in many ways, all at once. Let’s ta

Where Science and Tradition Come Together We hope your Thanksgiving dinner brings warmth and familiarity, and that this blog post helps you discover the hidden world of chemistry behind every slice of turkey, swirl of gravy, and golden-brown roll. From browning reactions to bubbling starches, this beloved meal is one big, delicious science experiment. And understanding the chemistry behind it all can spark curiosity, creativity, and experimentation in the kitchen… just like