By Jasmine Fellows, 17 January 2013
Challenge your friend to bounce a ball across a table. With this one simple trick, you can get it to bounce back! Written by Justin McGuire You will need Bouncy ball, with rubber on the outside Table Tray or other flat object Glass of water Another person What to do Have a person stand at […]
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By Mike, 16 January 2013
Having trouble finding a four-leafed clover? This activity explains why! If you’re getting ready for some gardening, keep this activity in the back of your mind as you marvel at Mother Nature’s mathematics.
By Pat, 11 January 2013
Although sand is a solid, did you know it can behave like a liquid? Find out how by trying this activity.
By David Shaw, 10 January 2013
Here’s a fun game to play, but there’s more to it than chance. Have a try, then see if you can use some maths strategies to improve your game!
By David Shaw, 4 December 2012
This crafty cog activity will get your mind spinning and help you learn more about how we count. Safety: This activity uses a craft knife. Ask an adult to help.
By Jasmine Fellows, 17 November 2012
Follow these instructions and create a work of art out of bubbles, while learning some maths.
By Mike, 5 October 2012
Create a taste illusion with this fun recipe!
By Jasmine Fellows, 28 September 2012
Written by Sarah Kellett Life jackets are often orange to make them easy to spot after an accident. And orange fruit have their own life jackets, all built in!
By Jasmine Fellows, 24 August 2012
Looking for something to do this weekend? Play the time walk board game. You can download and print the instructions, game pieces and board. Let us know what you think! If you’re after more science fun for kids, subscribe to Double Helix magazine!
By Jasmine Fellows, 17 August 2012
Get ready to build your own paper model of the International Space Station (ISS).
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