Written by Halloween is just around the corner, so there’s no better time to make some spooky witches potions. Potions are a much loved activity at any time of year in our house, but especially so at Halloween! Take a look through this collection of fizzing potions, slimy potions, colour changing potions and even dry ice potions […]
One of my aims with Science Sparks is to make science as accessible as possible to kids and parents of all ages. I try to keep all the experiments as simple as possible, but the list of materials can often mount up and be a little overwhelming. With that in mind, I’ve compiled a list […]
One of my aims with Science Sparks is to make science as accessible as possible to kids and parents of all ages. I try to keep all the experiments as simple as I can, but the list of materials can often mount up and be a little overwhelming. With that in mind, I’ve compiled a […]
Alloys are made by adding another element to a metal. Creating alloys allows scientists to combine the properties of different metals. If a heavy, strong metal is mixed with a light, weak metal in the correct amounts, the result is a light, strong metal. For example, pure iron is very malleable (its shape can be […]
Alloys are made by adding another element to a metal. Creating alloys allows scientists to combine the properties of different metals. If a heavy, strong metal is mixed with a light, weak metal in the correct amounts, the result is a light, strong metal. For example, pure iron is very malleable (its shape can be […]
Alloys are made by adding another element to a metal. Creating alloys allows scientists to combine the properties of different metals. If a heavy, strong metal is mixed with a light, weak metal in the correct amounts, the result is a light, strong metal. For example, pure iron is very malleable (its shape can be […]
Helicopter seeds are a type of seed that spin as they fall from a tree. The spinning movement and the fact that they are light and can catch the wind allows them to travel further from the parent tree than if they just dropped to the floor. This is one method of seed dispersal used […]
Helicopter seeds are a type of seed that spin as they fall from a tree. The spinning movement and the fact that they are light and can catch the wind allows them to travel further from the parent tree than if they just dropped to the floor. This is one method of seed dispersal used […]
Over the many years I’ve been writing Science Sparks, Autumn has always been my favourite season to design themed activities for. I love the colourful leaves, dark nights, cooler weather, and of course, the run-up to Christmas is always exciting too! This collection of fall science experiments and activities makes me smile every time I […]
Over the many years I’ve been writing Science Sparks, Autumn has always been my favourite season to design themed activities for. I love the colourful leaves, dark nights, cooler weather, and of course, the run-up to Christmas is always exciting too! This collection of fall science experiments and activities makes me smile every time I […]