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Make fruit straps Activity

by David Shaw, 26 January 2022 | 0 comments

Straps of fruit leather on a plate

By Beth Askham Why not try your hand at some food science? It’s as easy as apple pie to make these fruit straps. Then, pop the fruits of your work in your lunchbox as a sweet and delicious snack.

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Preservation – a quick quiz Quiz

by David Shaw, 22 September 2021 | 0 comments

This quiz is all about preserving things. From sugar to space archaeology, can you save the day by getting these questions right?

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Marshmallow slime Activity

by David Shaw, 5 August 2021 | 4 comments

Pink gloop of slime.

This year’s National Science Week theme is ‘Food: Different by Design’. So let’s celebrate with some edible marshmallow slime! Safety: When handling food, use clean hands and clean equipment. Items from the microwave can be hot – ask an adult to help.

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Make egg-free meringues Activity

by David Shaw, 7 July 2021 | 0 comments

Meringue and banana slices drizzles with chocolate on a plate.

Light, fluffy and oh-so-sweet, meringues are a delicious treat. When beaten, egg whites turn into an amazing foam that can be baked to perfection. But there’s also a way to make meringues without using eggs! Safety: Use clean hands and clean equipment when handling food. This activity uses an oven and beaters. Ask an adult…

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Rainbow plate Activity

by David Shaw, 18 March 2021 | 1 comments

Plate with colourful lollies around the circumference and rainbow pattern in the centre.

Here’s a great excuse to get your parents to buy lollies! All it takes is some warm water to reveal a beautiful rainbow.

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A taste of science – a quick quiz Quiz

by David Shaw, 26 February 2020 | 0 comments

Black lightning bolt in purple circle

This quiz explores one of our most enigmatic senses. Do have the answers you need to taste victory?

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Making marshmallows Activity

by David Shaw, 14 August 2018 | 0 comments

Small plate of coconut covered marshmallows

Learn some fluffy and delicious chemistry by following this marshmallow recipe.

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The big, blind carrot experiment Activity

by Mike, 24 November 2012 | 0 comments

Carrots in a plastic bag in the fridge.

Take part in the big, blind carrot experiment! Please post your results as comments to this post.

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