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I usually do this viscosity experiment using different liquids such as water, oil, ketchup and treacle. This version is a special syrup filled investigation for pancake day! The idea is that you record how long it takes different delicious pancake syrups to flow down a ramp. Thicker ( more viscous ) liquids will flow more … Continue reading “Pancake Syrup Viscosity Experiment”
Good science kits can be hard to find, but you’ll never be disappointed with MEL Science. Each kit contains everything you need to carry out a hands-on science activity or experiment safely at home. The instructions are easy to follow and presented in a fun and engaging way and extra videos and associated app are … Continue reading “Make Science Fun: A Parent’s Guide to MEL Science Kits”
If you read Science Sparks often, you’ll know how much we love LEGO®. The play, learning and creative opportunities are endless, so today we’re sharing 40 of our favourite LEGO® science experiments and STEM challenges. LEGO® is the most amazing, versatile resource that opens the door to endless creative learning opportunities for kids of all ages. … Continue reading “40 Easy Science Experiments Using LEGO®”
If you’re looking for easy activities to keep kids busy on a rainy day, you’re in the right place. Make the most of the weather with my collection of easy science experiments for a rainy day. Children can use the rain as part of a science experiment or be inspired by rain and weather. I … Continue reading “10 Easy Science Experiments for a Rainy Day”
Valentine’s Day is a time for hearts, love, friendship and……optical illusions? Thaumatropes are one the earliest forms of animation and were once a popular toy. They work by creating an optical illusion of one image made from two! As well as a fun science craft activity, this simple STEM challenge is a great way to … Continue reading “Love Monster Valentine Thaumatrope”
You’ve probably seen lightning flash across the sky, but do you know why and how it happens? This simple science activity teaches how lightning forms and how to make a small spark using static electricity. What is lightning? Lightning is a giant spark of electricity in the atmosphere. It happens when electricity is discharged between … Continue reading “Make Lightning with a Balloon and Spoon”
The Stroop effect is a phenomenon where it takes longer to name a word’s colour when the text colour doesn’t match the word. It’s a fun way to learn how your brain works. Try saying the colours of the words below. Does the second line take longer? This is the Stroop Effect in action. Our … Continue reading “Stroop Effect Experiment”
Have you heard the phrase opposites attract? That’s definitely the case with magnets. Magnets have a north pole and a south pole. If you put the north pole of one magnet next to the south pole of another magnet, they attract each other. If you put two south poles or two north poles together, they … Continue reading “Valentine Magnet Maze STEM Challenge”
There are lots of great air pressure demonstrations around, but a leaky water bottle is one of the simplest. It looks impressive and costs almost nothing. Air is made up of several different gases. Air pressure is caused by gravity pulling air molecules towards Earth. We don’t really notice air pressure as it’s balanced inside … Continue reading “Leaky bottle Air Pressure Demonstration”
Warning! These super science riddles may cause excessive brain activity and lots of laughter! Challenge your friends, family and yourself with this collection of mind-bending puzzles. Science Riddles for Kids What has a bottom at the top? Legs! 2. The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I? Footsteps. 4. What is … Continue reading “Super Science Riddles”