Science

DIY science is the perfect way to use your creative skills and learn something new. With the right supplies, some determination, and a curious mind, you can create amazing experiments that open up a whole world of possibilities. At home-made laboratories or tech workshops, makers from all backgrounds can explore new ideas by finding ways to study their environment in novel ways – allowing them to make breathtaking discoveries!

PBS Science shows

PBS Science shows

PBS is trying to figure out which new science show they’ll keep & develop, so vote with your download(s)… “Here’s the experiment: Throughout January, PBS will broadcast three new science programs. Only one program will become a regular science series on PBS. We want you to help us decide. Watch the programs on your PBS […]

Estes educator – Free resources for model rocketry

Estes educator – Free resources for model rocketry

Estes has a great model rocket resource center with tons of downloads and lesson plans for teachers… “Teaches science, math, industrial technology and other subjects. This site offers a HUGE RESOURCE CENTER for teachers and youth group leaders including free publication downloads, special quantity bulk pricing for educators, extensive curriculum support materials and learning software. […]

Elephant Toothpaste

Do not brush an elephant’s teeth with this! This experiment shows the decomposition of hydrogen peroxide catalyzed by potassium iodide. The reaction is done in a tall graduated cylinder so that the foamy product shoots out very quickly in a tall cylindrical shape; hence, the name elephant toothpaste. – Link

Hanakotoba

Hanakotoba

Hana means flower and kototba means word. The idea hear is that your flowers can talk to you. My Japanese ends there, but I’m curious about this little thing. I4U says, After placing the little fairy, which carries a sensor inside a plant pot, you can communicate with your plant through the big fairy. Buy […]