September 2015
09/05/15
Growing Germs
BACTERIA! VIRUSES! GERMS! OH MY! Use this DIY Science activity to teach your young scientist about germs and the importance of hand washing. Vocabulary Germ– (noun) a microscopic living thing; especially […]
August 2015
08/22/15
Solar Eclipse Pinhole Viewer
Did you know that Nashville will get to experience a TOTAL solar eclipse on Aug. 21, 2017?! Get prepared for safe viewing of this once-in-a-lifetime celestial phenomenon by making your […]
08/08/15
Bouncy Ball Bonanza
Who doesn’t love a good bouncy ball? Though they were originally created out of natural rubber, these days they are made of plastics and other polymers or even treated leather. […]
July 2015
07/25/15
Make It Rain!
Can you make it rain indoors? Learn about the water cycle with this simple experiment! Vocabulary Condensation– (noun) a chemical reaction involving union between molecules often with elimination of a simple […]
07/18/15
Balloon-powered Hovercraft
Repurpose those old CDs and water bottle caps into a working hovercraft! Vocabulary Friction–(noun) the rubbing of one thing against another Hovercraft– (noun) a vehicle supported above the surface of land or […]
07/11/15
Solar Printing
Summertime is here and the sun is shining! Did you know you can create art using the powerful rays of the sun? Try making your own sun print at home […]
07/04/15
Fizzing Fireworks
Looking for a fun activity for the budding scientists in your family this Independence Day? Explore chemical reactions with some outdoor fun in this science + art activity! Vocabulary Solid– […]
June 2015
06/27/15
Marshmallow Catapult
During this period of social distancing and quarantine, board games are a great way to engage with your family or virtually with your friends! Your challenge is to design a […]
03/30/13
Caramel Chemistry
Caramel is a tasty treat that has delighted kids and adults alike for over 1,000 years! It was first developed in 950 A.D by ancient Arabic people who originally used […]