Ever wonder how parachutes work? Now’s your chance to make one and see it in action! Build your own parachute to help a toy float safely to the ground. You’ll get to tinker, test, and even decorate your creation. Let’s ...
Want to grow a Christmas tree this year? You can—with a sponge and a little bit of science magic! This fun experiment combines plant growth and creative play to give you a mini tree you can water, watch sprout, and ...
Photo by Sondra Barr Get ready to explore the wonders of buoyancy and balance by building your very own toy sailboat! This hands-on activity is perfect for young explorers and budding engineers, showing how real sailboats stay afloat and keep ...
Transform your home into a mini science lab with this captivating lava lamp experiment! Perfect for kids ages 4 to 12 (and beyond), this activity uses common household items to demonstrate fascinating concepts in density and chemistry. Get ready to ...
Photos by Shannon Carrillo Who needs a jewelry store when Mother Nature offers a treasure trove of dazzling gems? This simple yet fascinating activity is all about decking out your wrists with the vibrant colors and interesting textures that you ...
Get ready to dive into the holiday spirit with a magical DIY snow globe! This craft is perfect for kids aged 8 to 14, combining creativity, a bit of science, and lots of festive fun. Materials Needed: A clear, sealable ...
Fall is the perfect season for hands-on learning, with nature displaying a spectacular array of colors and phenomena. Here are two fun and simple science experiments suitable for kids, harnessing the beauty of fall! Apple Eruptions: The Fizzy Fun! Objective: ...
This is a project that will get your (color) wheels spinning! There are seven colors in the visible light spectrum: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, and violet (ROY G BIV). When all seven colors of light combine they produce ...
Design a Space Helmet By Sari Custer A space helmet is vital for any astronaut traveling into space. The helmet can protect the astronaut’s skull from any sudden impacts. Engineering your own helmet takes a lot of time and testing ...
Want a reason to play with your food? While adults may discourage us from doing so, food items can teach us a lot about science, especially chemistry. And it can be fun too! In this activity, you’ll learn about how ...