Memory Metal
Can a piece of metal have a “memory?” Yes, if themetal is a special alloy of nickel and titanium. It’s calledMemory Metal, and the uses […]
Easy Science Experiments
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Oil Spill Polymer
Imagine a simple way to clean up an oil spill: A small amount of a non-toxic powder is sprinkled onto the spreading oil. In seconds, the powder collects the oil and forms […]
Bounce No Bounce Balls
You might be surprised to find balls that don’t bounce, squish, change color, or even splat on the floor. It’s a great way to explore […]
Musical Straw
Music has been one of the greatest inventions in human history! There’s no telling when it started or what was the first wind instrument (one […]
Mentos and Diet Coke Experiment
It’s been called the “vinegar and baking soda” reaction for a new generation. While science teachers have been dropping candies and mints into 2-liter bottles […]
Soda Can Crusher
You could use your foot, your hands, or even your head (not advised) to crush a soda can. But nothing compares to the fun you’ll […]
Balancing Nails
The object is to balance a bunch of nails on the head of a single nail. All of the nails have to be balanced at […]
How Science Changed the Olympics
While neither are Olympic sports, the science of force and motion has everything to do with an athlete’s performance at the Olympics. Athletic skill combined […]
How to Keep Fizz in Your Soda
Rarely do you ever drink an entire 2-liter bottle of soda at one sitting. Since leftovers are inevitable, the soda tends to go flat. Besides […]
Exploding Balloons of Hydrogen and Oxygen
Combining two parts hydrogen with one part oxygen gets dramatic when you add a little energy. POW! This is Steve Spangler’s unique twist on combining these two gases […]
Screaming Balloon
Here’s an easy-to-do experiment using only a balloon and a hex nut from the hardware store. Be sure to buy enough supplies for all of […]
Marshmallow Masher
Marshmallows are a tasty, fluffy staple of summertime s’mores, campouts, and backyard barbecues. There really isn’t very much to them, either. The scientific way to see […]
Potato Gun Launcher - Boyle's Law
What could be more fun than a potato launcher, a 14-pound sack of spuds, and a big cup of coffee? Learn about air pressure, force […]
Balloon Skewer
Some things in this world just don’t mix—dogs and cats, oil and water, needles and balloons. Everyone knows that a balloon’s worst fear is a […]
The Baby Diaper Secret
If you’ve ever changed a diaper and noticed what looked like tiny crystals on the baby’s skin, you’ve uncovered the secret of superabsorbent, disposable diapers. […]
Halloween Sounds - Screaming Cup
This is the perfect sound effect to carry door-to-door on your trick or treat adventure.
Revealing UV with Color - Changing Beads
Knowing you’ll spend some time in the sun, you carefully spread a sunscreen lotion labeled “SPF 50” on exposed skin. The next day, you look […]
Liquid Nitrogen - Clouds of Fun!
Sometimes “clouds” are needed as a special effect to move low across a set or a stage. This creates a dramatic effect for a dream sequence, […]
Magic Sand
How can something submerged in water stay dry? When ordinary sand gets wet, the result is a clumpy mess. However, “Magic Sand” begins as normal […]
Color Changing Carnation Flowers
With this experiment, you can discover for yourself how essential the functions of stems are to plant growth. As the colored water is absorbed, you will be able […]
Eye Dropper Cartesian Diver
Is it mind control or just a clever science trick? It’s a classic science experiment using an eye-dropper, a soda bottle filled with water, and […]
Floating Ping-Pong Balls and Flying Toilet Paper
Amuse the neighbors for hours as you make objects float in midair using Bernoulli’s Principle. Believe it or not, the secret to this levitation mystery […]
Sharpie Pen Color Science
We did some research and found out there’s a fun, easy, and quick way to create tie dye patterns in an instant using markers. It’s […]
Soda Can Shake-Up
In some circles, it’s considered bad manners to shake a can of soda just before giving it to a thirsty friend. The unexpected w-h-o-o-s-h of soda […]