Candle Seesaw
This scientific amusement is easily overlooked when you’re thumbing through the pages of an old science book. How exciting can a few candles attached to […]
Easy Science Experiments
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Color Mixing Wheel
Here’s an amazing way to combine scientific principles of physics with the visual science of color mixing to create a gizmo that will have you […]
The Unbelievable Pendulum Catch
It’s a classic comedy bit from the silent movie era. The villain hoists a piano to a third- or fourth-story window just waiting for the […]
Pressure Cooker Shrinking Cup
The pressure cooker is Mom's secret weapon when it comes to making that savory stew in less than an hour. This amazing device is also […]
Amazing 9 Layer Density Tower
With this science magic trick, you’ll put a new spin on our famous Seven-Layer Density Column demonstration. First, you’ll discover how to stack seven or […]
Helmet Crash - The Melon Test
Written by Jack LeiboldWe all know the importance of having our kids wear a safety helmet when biking, skateboarding, or doing any activity where there’s […]
Science Fair - Freezing Liquids
11-year-old scientist Greg Gassen had a great idea for his science fair project. The only problem? He didn’t have access to liquid nitrogen. That’s when […]
Flying Tea Rocket
The Flying Tea Rocket is an adaptation of a classic science demonstration called the “Ditto-Paper Rocket.”* Each two-page Ditto master had a sheet of tissue paper […]
Double Dip Chip Challenge
You’ve seen it… someone takes a potato chip, dips it in the chip dip, bites off part of the chip, and then proceeds to dip […]
Burning Money
Do you have money burning a hole in your pocket? It’s probably not a wise idea to soak a $20 bill in a flammable liquid […]
Footprints in the Snow
If you’re dreaming of a Winter Wonderland but you’re stuck in the middle of the desert this winter, then Insta-Snow is the perfect choice. Or, […]
Oozing Pumpkin Elephant's Toothpaste
As seen on the Ellen DeGeneres Show! The classic Elephant's Toothpaste experiment takes on a whole new twist when you see it oozing from the […]
DIY Slime - Slime Party
Welcome to make-the-best-slime-in-the-world boot camp with a spooky Halloween twist. Ask any special effects artist about slime and you’re sure to hear the term polyvinyl […]
Floating Rice Bottle
Although this effect is presented with modern containers like plastic soda bottles, the original magic trick dates back thousands of years. The magician shows everybody […]
Mentos Drink Prank - The Hoax!
The prank made the rounds online: “Create an Exploding Drink!” It uses the well known combo of Mentos® candy and diet soda that will create an eruption of foam. The […]
Meteorite Hit My House
When Hollywood features a meteor impact in a movie, it’s usually the end of life as we know it! Funny thing, though, your home has been bombarded […]
Glacier GAK
If you’re old enough to remember Silly Putty, you may remember what it felt like to roll it up into a ball in your hand. […]
Teflon Tape Secret Message
We love polymers at Steve Spangler Science, but we aren’t the only ones. Did you know that plumbers use special polymers almost every day? It’s […]
Dancing Raisins - The Bubble Lifter
Who taught these raisins to dance, anyway? Go on – gather up some raisins, turn up the music, and get ready for a raisin romp. […]
Easter Science
Around the Spangler Science offices, every day is a science day! So, why should Easter be any different? If you are looking for something to […]
Pop Bottle Music
A popular Las Vegas musical act uses tubes, bottles, trash cans, and other common items to make some very cool and distinctive sounds. This just […]
Bed of Nails - Tabletop Variation
You may have seen your favorite circus performers or magicians perform the classic Bed of Nails Trick… but what is the secret? Using a smaller […]
Goldenrod Valentines
When this paper meets a basic substance it turns bright red… so, why wouldn’t it make the perfect Valentine’s Day experiment? Just add your favorite […]
Giant Bubble Experiment
Everyone agrees that bubbles are totally cool. At Spangler Science, we love bubbles and will help you make all kinds and shapes and sizes of bubbles. […]