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Lemon Chemistry: An Acid-Base Experiment

Lemon Chemistry: An Acid-Base Experiment

Kari Wilcher runs a great blog. She was looking to teach her pre-school children about the Scientific Method while trying out some kitchen chemistry at the same time. Her plan was to show a dramatic acid-base reaction using lemons, baking soda, and a little dish soap. She writes: “I firmly believe... 

Oobleck – The Corn Starch And Water Experiment

Oobleck – The Corn Starch And Water Experiment

 Print This Post This may just be the easiest, messiest, and most fun science activity I know. It is a classic, and I have gotten several requests recently to post directions. You should know that if you try this activity and  you are not smiling and messy with corn starch goo at the end, then... 

Experiment While Making A Bouncy Ball

Experiment While Making A Bouncy Ball

 Print This Post Amy Huntley is a former science teacher and Mom that runs a great blog where she shares activities that she has done with her family. This exploration of polymers and bouncing balls  caught our eye and we were happy that Amy would share it with us. We’ve adapted it just... 

Create Bubbles & Heat With Simple Chemistry

Create Bubbles & Heat With Simple Chemistry

 Print This Post Sarah Toney homeschools four active boys ages 2, 4, 6, and 8 in Tennessee. She recently tried out a simple experiment to help her boys observe a cool chemical reaction. For Sarah’s experiment you will need: 1 tsp (5ml) dry yeast 1/2 cup (120 ml) hydrogen peroxide (should... 

Make A Static Powered Dancing Ghost

Make A Static Powered Dancing Ghost

 Print This Post Today we were playing around with some balloons (which we often do when things get slow) and we had an idea to add a Halloween twist to a familiar static experiment. It is really quite a lot of fun and super simple. For this bit of spooky science you will need: A piece of tissue... 

Halloween Science Experiments & Ideas!

Halloween Science Experiments & Ideas!

Need ideas for your Halloween party, or just some all-around Halloween fun? Here’s a few great ideas to get you started. GLOWING DRINKABLE BEVERAGES Did you know that tonic water will glow under a blacklight? We didn’t either. The quinine in the tonic water glows a very cool looking blue... 

The Lincoln High Dive – A Newton’s Law Experiment

The Lincoln High Dive – A Newton’s Law Experiment

Goat a few minutes? Here is a simple experiment that has impressed both students and adults that have tried it. It is also a great way to observe Newton’s First Law in action. You will need: A Lincoln penny (or other small coin) A piece of card stock or stiff paper A film canister (baby food jar,... 

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