Previous to life on this blog (make no mistake, we are still living outside of this space as well), I kept up a personal series on Facebook and Instagram that I affectionately titled “Science Friday”. I am an NPR junkie, as those who know me can attest. And I LOVE Mr. Ira Flatow’s Science Friday programs!

My own mom has always been into hands-on learning and interactive/creative play (thanks for chasing some pepper around with some soap, Mom!). I wanted to do something in that vein for my boys– hence the birth of our Science Fridays!!!

For this particular project I wanted to make a model of our Solar System, have the chance to talk about planets, their order and orbit, where our earth is positioned in our solar system, etc. I read a couple online tutorials, but didn’t really like their take on the model. So one chilly Friday, my oldest and I set out to procure the items we needed for our model.

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Remember that delightful cucumber yogurt we made last week? I wanted to capitalize on that luscious, creamy, goodness (and use up some of the leftovers) by including it in another recipe this week! I give you…drumroll… Falafel Cakes! Baked fresh, fully vegetarian, and healthy as all get out.

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