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We have already looked at Amazing Astronomy and Cracking Chemistry from QED. Today, we are looking at Why it works, Electricity, and Inventions in Science and Technology. Why it works, Electricity In a world where we take electricity and power for granted, I think it is great for kids to know where they come from. This…
Winter can be a tough time for birds. Whilst we are tucked up under our blankets drinking hot chocolate, birds are out there facing the harsh conditions of winter. Although many stay in this country the hardened cold weather can put them at risk. Food is in shorter supply and if an ice frost creeps…
“Little Miss Muffet Sat on her Tuffet Eating her Curds and Whey” But what are curds? This experiment turns milk into a solid which sets hard when left to dry. How to make Curds and Whey for Little Miss Muffet Skimmed milk White vinegar Microwave-proof bowl or a pan and hob Strainer/sieve Instructions Remember…
Today’s experiment is very simple but hopefully fascinating for even very young children. We’re going to investigate which solids dissolve in water. When a substance dissolves in water, you can’t see it anymore; it’s still there but has mixed with the water to make a transparent liquid called a solution. We call substances that dissolve in water soluble. Sugar…
Have you ever wondered why if you rub a balloon on your hair it makes your hair stand up on end? It’s all to do with something called static electricity. It’s also static electricity that sometimes gives you a shock when you touch something metal. The conductive metal discharges any static electricity that has built…
Respiration is a fundamental biological process. It is the process by which energy is made so that all the chemical reactions can occur in your body. Respiration is the reaction between glucose (from food) and oxygen in the air you breathe to produce carbon dioxide and water (waste products) and the all-important ENERGY! We can…
As it’s nearly Bonfire night in the UK we thought was should do a firework experiment. A firework in a jar is totally safe, very easy and looks just like a firework without the bang and sparkle. These also make a great science activity for New Year. What you need to make a firework in…
Today’s experiment is taken from a rather brilliant book from QED Publishing. Cracking Chemistry is part of the ‘Science Crackers’ range. It is beautifully laid out with striking photos and pictures to really catch a child’s attention and interest. My 4-year-old was fascinated. The book explains all about the world of atoms and materials. Each…
It’s Autumn here in the UK and the leaves are beginning to fall and go crisp under your feet. The trees are a variety of colours and there are seeds galore. It is the perfect time to get out and about and collect things like acorns, conkers, leaves, twigs, and feathers. Which is exactly what…
Did you know the inside of your nose is filled with goblet cells which create mucus, and very tiny hairs called cilia? The bigger hairs help stop unwanted particles from getting into your nose. Everything you smell gives off molecules which are very light and float in the air. When these get into your nose,…
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