By Jasmine Fellows, 18 April 2019
Here are two egg experiments in one! Turn your eggs rubbery by dissolving their shells, and then make one grow and the other shrink with the power of salt water.
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By David Shaw, 4 April 2019
When opening a tin can, chances are you’ll turn to a can opener or use a ring pull. But these are not the only ways to crack open a tin. In this activity, try using sandpaper to remove the top of a can!
By David Shaw, 21 March 2019
Have you ever wanted to bring your pictures to life? Here’s one neat trick to make a drawing float away, literally!
By David Shaw, 7 March 2019
Here’s a simple game that can be very tricky to play well. Give it a go, then find out why it’s such a challenge.
By David Shaw, 21 February 2019
Here’s a classic activity with a showy twist. Surprise your friends by inverting a water bottle without spilling its contents!
By David Shaw, 13 December 2018
Written by Elvina Lee What’s the festive season without bells? Here’s an activity you can do, without the headache of excess jingling!
By David Shaw, 29 November 2018
Here’s a balancing game, but with a bit of practice you will always win! Why? Because you’ve set up a clever trick.
By David Shaw, 15 November 2018
Do you get annoyed when you get a plastic straw with your drink? Instead of throwing it out, take it home and use it to make a musical instrument!
By David Shaw, 11 October 2018
Have you ever wanted to experiment with the orbits of moons and planets? Time to make a gravity simulator!
By David Shaw, 4 October 2018
If you want to write a secret message, we’ve got a simple technique for you to try. Time to work on your watermark!
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