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.
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By David Shaw, 18 December 2012
In this crafty maths activity, you’ll get to make a decoration in the shape of an octadehron.
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 Pat, 3 December 2012
From beetles to millipedes, worms to spiders, there are lots of bugs that live near us. Learn more about the critters that make leaf litter their home!
By Mike, 24 November 2012
Take part in the big, blind carrot experiment! Please post your results as comments to this post.
By Mike, 21 November 2012
Have you ever wondered what quantum physics was all about? Grab a tray of water and learn a bit about the strangest science of the twentieth century!
Laser light is not the same as other kinds of light. In this activity, discover some of the ways it is special, and make a really cool pattern!
By Jasmine Fellows, 17 November 2012
Follow these instructions and create a work of art out of bubbles, while learning some maths.
By David Shaw, 13 October 2012
These mimic activities are about memory. To do them well, you need to remember exactly what you saw. Your brain makes memories in a few stages. Sensory memory describes what happens when you briefly see an object. It lasts just a split second, however.
By Mike, 5 October 2012
Create a taste illusion with this fun recipe!
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