Hypothesize, experiment, collect data and analyze forces and motion with a straw “rocket” and an easily made launcher. The stronger the force, the farther and higher the rocket flies!
Enjoy the hands-on experience of building and using the Roller Racer. Explore the application of simple machines and energy conversion and investigate how changes in stored energy can affect performance.
Use colored string and simple cardboard shapes to create artistic designs based on intriguing mathematical patterns. Every pattern has infinite possibilities! String art is fun for all ages - to fix a mistake or try a new approach, just unwind the string!
Create and decorate a "critter" whose moves are powered by sunlight. To vary the critter's movements explore making changes to the swinging "proboscis."
Create a reusable germinator that gives students an unobstructed view of sprouting seeds. Graph data, test environmental variables, or simply “enjoy the magic” as the seeds transform into growing plants!
Students of all ages will love this fun-to-make and easy-to-play instrument to study the science behind sound and sound waves as they also explore their musical talents.
Students learn how to measure biodiversity in terms of species richness (the number of species living in a particular area) by sampling "species" in a simulated ecosystem and graphing and analyzing data.
These tiny beads can soak up and hold over 100 times their weight in water! Each bead maintains its spherical shape and color. Observe how the beads absorb water over time. Create a fun illusion using the optical properties of the beads.