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4 Science Projects for Super Bowl Science

January 18, 2016 3:00 PM

Score extra points with student sports fans with four football-focused science projects. Explore the role of "distance" in kicking a field goal. Diagram of a catapult launching a toy football through a cardboard goalpost. Diagram includes the catapult clamped to a table with football, kicking tee, cardboard box, floor, and cardboard goalposts. Super Bowl Sunday is coming up! The science behind perfect spirals and successful field goals is… Read more

Carbon Filters and Adsorbing Science

January 12, 2016 1:54 PM

Explore the science behind a carbon filter with a fun hands-on family STEM activity. Now you see the color... and now you don't! Water filters that use activated carbon can help "clean" water. You might be able to see the difference the filter makes, but not always. In this week's family science activity, families can explore the way these filters work with a colorful hands-on project that makes stripping the color from a sports drink or colored soda… Read more

Make Sharpie Tie-Dye Ornaments!

December 23, 2015 8:20 AM

With a few simple materials on hand and Sharpie® markers, kids can turn scraps of fabric or plastic into works of art. Sharpie Tie-Dye is a great way to add colorful and creative STEM to the holidays and winter break. Creative Chemistry with Sharpie Tie-Dye: Hands-on STEM with Science Buddies. www.sciencebuddies.org Pairing science, technology, engineering, and math exploration with creative hands-on projects and activities is a great way to get… Read more

Whip Up Some Science in the Kitchen

December 21, 2015 7:14 AM

Kids running rampant through the house on cold, dark winter days? Corral them in the kitchen! With a few basic ingredients, you can conjure up "whipping cream" food-science fun for both tots and teens. By Kim Mullin When it comes to food science, heavy whipping cream is an easy place to start. We buy it in liquid form but can easily change into a something different: whipped cream to top pies and sundaes, butter to slather on potatoes and bread, and even ice cream! How do these… Read more

Light Up Greeting Cards with Paper Circuits

December 17, 2015 1:00 PM

With copper tape, LEDs, and coin cell batteries, students can transform ordinary greeting cards into fun light up cards. The circuits are simple, but successfully activating an LED by pressing a spot on the card that closes the circuit is immediately rewarding and gives kids the chance to see the science in action in a fun and creative project. Bring a bit of added light to your greetings with creative electronics! You and your students can make paper… Read more

A Geodesic Dome for the Season

December 16, 2015 7:00 AM

Making a geodesic dome is always fun, no matter what materials you choose! With gumdrops and toothpicks, kids can make a dome and explore the math behind the structure. You can also upsize to straws or rolled newspaper! Make your own geodesic dome with the Build a Gumdrop Geodesic Dome family-friendly science activity. Explore other dome-related projects and posts at Science Buddies: Candy Corn Geodesic Dome Dome Sweet Dome Family Math:… Read more

Fun Science Picks for Winter Break

December 15, 2015 9:36 AM

The winter break from school leaves many kids with time on their hands. Hands-on science, technology, engineering, and math activities can inspire and excite your kids. With with fun STEM activities like these on hand, everyone can enjoy family science. Make it a winter break tradition! Squishy Circuits: Light Up Your Play Doh® Creations! Build a Gumdrop Geodesic Dome Paper Circuits: Make Electrifying Art The Amazing Floating Train Make an… Read more

Blending Science and Art with Paper Inventions

December 14, 2015 11:10 AM

Makers of all ages can learn more about science and engineering through creative hands-on science and engineering projects. A book like Paper Inventions offers a great and wide-ranging collection of "to do" projects, perfect for winter break for kids (and their parents!). When it comes to versatility and handmade crafts, art, and DIY projects, not much beats the availability and practicality of paper. Paper comes in an endless array of shapes, sizes, textures, colors, and weights, and most of… Read more

Music to Your Ears

December 11, 2015 11:52 AM

Next time you visit a mall, watch a movie, or play a video game, pay close attention to the music you hear. Are you being manipulated by music? By Kim Mullin Photo: Benson Kua at Flickr. What sort of music do you like to listen to? Do certain songs put you in the mood for dancing? Do other songs give you quieter, calmer feelings? Why do you think malls play holiday music in December? Retailers know that when shoppers are in the right mood, they may spend more money, so… Read more

Build a BlueBot Robot Over Break

December 8, 2015 9:52 AM

The coming winter break from school is a great time for kids to do independent science and engineering projects. Robotics projects can be especially good choices for students because they involve a fun building project and then invite play, exploration, and customization. The BlueBot: 4-in-1 Robotics Kit lets students try four different robots, for four times the building fun! The BlueBot: 4-in-1 Robotics Kit can be used to build four different robots,… Read more

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