If you ever feel under the pressure and stress (and who doesn’t?) we have something for you. Why not make your own anti-stress ball from balloon and flour. Let’s go to the kitchen and make the activity that will help in coping with stressful situations in a non-harmful way
What do you get when you mix milk, food colors, and dishwashing soap? You get amazing dancing colors! Find out how this work in this fun experiment. Hint: it’s all about polarity!
Exploring the world around us is one of the main activities in early childhood and it’s crucial for this development stage! Touching and putting almost everything in the mouth is nerve-wracking for all parents, but very necessary for a child’s sensory development. There is a solution – provide materials, like sensory play colors, which are both fun to play with and safe to eat
Can we mix together water and oil? Maybe you already know the answer is no, but do you know why that’s the case? Find out all about the chemical processes behind polarity and learn how to demonstrate it by making a cool Lava Lamp!
Today we will combine two fun activities from our childhood: eating gummy bears and learning about osmosis! Just kidding about osmosis being fun, back then it was a hard concept to grasp. But in today’s experiment, we will show you how to learn this important concept in a fun and easy way
The holiday season is nearing and it is almost time to decorate the Christmas tree. But how about doing something a bit different this year? How about making a pinecone Holiday tree? We can go full creative and make a unique holiday tree or pinecone ornaments.
How to fit an object through a smaller hole? Not easy, that is for sure. But we can turn towards science and get some help from atmospheric pressure. So let’s do just that – fit the balloon into the glass jar by using the air pressure!
Today we will show you magic: we will take one normal size potato chips bag and shrink it! But is it really magic? Of course not, it’s all science! Polymers and microwaves! Let’s explore what is needed to make this cool Shrinking Bag Experiment!
You are probably familiar with blood pressure and its health-related symptoms. But do you know what pressure really is and what effect can it have on our environment? Join us today while we explore this topic with a simple Can Crush experiment
Did you notice your child showing an increased interest in letters? If the answer is yes, you are in the right place. This activity for preschoolers will help you introduce and teach letters in a fun and unstructured way. And that will help your child to see how letters are fun and it will keep motivation for more future activities with letters.
You probably heard the word “antioxidant” in some health-related articles or commercials. But do you know what antioxidants are and how they work? You will find out today with this simple apple science experiment!
The wind is a magnificent element, wouldn’t you agree? Its power can be devastating, but it can also be utilized for our benefit. One of the best examples is the windmill. Turning pure wind power into electrical energy – amazing! Today, we will show you how to make your own paper windmill with the origami technique.
Ever wanted to send a secret message to someone that only he or she will understand? Who didn’t! But there is an easier way than producing your own secret language. Cipher wheel! You encrypt the message with the secret key and only the person who knows that key can decrypt it. Find out how to be mysterious with your own cipher wheel!
Have you ever heard of the Tower of Hanoi? It’s a great mathematical puzzle that quickly becomes deviously hard! It was invented in the 19th century and since then it’s been used as a way to practice math concepts and algorithmic thinking. Today, we will show you how to make your own version of this popular puzzle and also how to solve it. Difficulty can be modified by the number of pieces, so it’s appropriate for any age.
Rockets are fun in every shape and size, wouldn’t you agree? Today we will show you how to make one with some very simple ingredients. Join us in the thrill of the launch!
We all need some space sometimes, right? That’s true down to a molecular level. Molecules don’t like to stay too close together and will try to move to less crowded areas. That process is called diffusion and we will explore all about it in this simple but revealing experiment.
How do we produce electricity? What is the battery? Let’s try to answer these questions by making our own Potato Battery which we can use to power up a lamp or a clock.
Rainbow is something that can brighten everyone’s day. And when stuck indoors, we could all use some brightening up. Making Rainbow Colored rice is a great activity that will surely put a smile on children’s faces. So grab some rice and some food coloring, and let’s create our own rainbow.
How cool would it be to show the video of your awesome vacation to all your friends at a party? How about watching the big screen movie while outside? Hm… If only you could make your smartphone into a portable projector, but that’s only a fantasy… Or is it?! Today we will show you how to make a projector using the smartphone, magnifying glass, and an ordinary shoebox.
Programming is one of the most popular and useful skills these days. But let’s say it’s not one of the easiest skills to master. But learning to program doesn’t have to be tedious and it can be really fun! Meet the Scratch – programming language that children and beginners will love. Scratch will help you learn to program and create awesome things really fast.
You would probably be surprised if you count how many rolls of toilet paper you throw out every month. Have you ever thought: “Is there a better way to use those same rolls?” Like by doing something creative? If you are looking for some ideas on what project to make, you are in the right place. Today, we are making Cardboard Castle!
Change is hard, we all know it. And we don’t mean that in a purely psychological sense. Did you know that is one of the fundamental laws of the universe? Resistance to change even has a name – inertia, and it’s a very important topic in physics. Let’s explore all about it in this super simple, but effective experiment.
Decorating some sort of evergreen tree has long been a tradition around the end of the year. We will honor that tradition but in a slightly modified way. Presenting Toilet paper rolls. Hey, they have been trees once! Or better to say Toilet roll evergreen tree. And what’s more evergreen than recycling? We promise you’ll be impressed with the result
It’s Christmas time and that means decorations are everywhere! But rather than buying another set of sparkling lights, why not try to make decorations yourself? The beautiful scent of cinnamon is an extra touch that will make it even more special. This is a great Christmas activity in which you can practice your artistic and engineering skills
Everyone tried to make homemade candy at some point. But have you ever tried to make rock candy on a stick? They are not only delicious, but a great way to learn some chemistry. Today we will show you how to grow your own sugar crystals. Tasty science!
Letters and numbers are the foundation for almost all educational activities and knowing them opens so many wonderful opportunities for exploration. But they can be hard and boring to learn…It’s all in the presentation! We will show you 7 great activities for learning letters and numbers
Everyone thinks about their dream house at one point in their life. Today we will show you how to make Origami House which you can design and decorate as you wish! You may not be able to live in it, but you can show everyone what a great eye for design you have
Ever wondered why air conditioners are placed high, and radiators near the ground? Why is a warm beverage the best thing on a cold day? How can we detect people in the dark? Answer to all that is the same – Heat transfer! And what makes something good heat conductor? Let’s explore all that in this fun kitchen experiment.
What can we do with an egg? Great omelet for one! But did you know that this frail-looking egg is actually very durable? We will show you how to explore its properties and make a fun toy out of it in this cool egg in the vinegar experiment!
Everyone loves Balloons! And today we will show you how to make them even more fun. How? With the science of course. We will show you 5 amazing Balloon experiments for demonstrating various scientific principles. Fun is guaranteed!
Wouldn’t it be fun to make your own toys? But that sounds complicated…Well, it doesn’t have to be! All that you need is some milk, some vinegar and the molds for sculpting. We will show youhow to make homemade plastic with these ingredients. Open the factory!
It’s boating season! So let’s make some boats. It’s not only super fun and simple but also a proven activity for boosting your cognitive and motoric skills. Set sail!
Are you in a mood for some dancing? How about some chemistry? Let’s combine the two in this fun kitchen experiment starring grain. With the help of the well-known accomplices baking soda and vinegar, the dancing grain will surely produce a reaction. 🙂
Another sensory activity? Yes! We really can’t overstate their importance in the child’s early development. They are amazing in stimulating the whole range of skills, not to mention fun. So let’s make a Sensory Board! There are tons of ways to make them and we will show you one, simple yet effective.
Fractions are hard… Until you visualize them! Join us today and we will show you how to use the superpowers of LEGO to make everything more interesting. Even those pesky fractions!
You have probably heard of the number Pi, that mysterious constant that goes on forever. We know it from mathematical formulas, but what is it exactly? Let’s try to get some clarification through a fun activity. We hope it will help you forever remember the formula for the circle circumference!
Do you have some Marshmallows at your hands? Or some Playdough? Or how about some Cubes? Well, then you’re set to engage in some creative and fun building Projects with your Child
Water is essential for all living beings, from the smallest bacteria to the human. It is a perfect medium for all biochemical processes in our body. You probably know that a molecule of water consists of 2 Hydrogen and 1 oxygen atoms. But did you know that it is the only substance that occurs in all 3 states: solid, liquid and gas? And why is it called a universal solvent? Let’s explore some amazing properties of water
Does your child like to play with playdough? Well, who doesn’t! In this article, we will show you how to make your own playdough and learn science while doing it
Did you know math is often called “science of patterns”? Patterns are really all around us, we just need to recognize them. So let’s explore how to boost your pattern matching skills with some fun and simple activities
Sticks are awesome! From the usual chewing and throwing to drumming and constructing – they are one multipurpose toy. But did you know you could use them to provide an amazing sensorimotor activity for your child? Grab some sticks and let’s get creative
Learn with your kids about colors in the most fun way possible, through the experiment! In the process, you will be learning colors and something extra – about chemistry in liquids
Does your child know what time it is? No worries. Learning to tell the time can be an exhausting process both for you and your child. But if you make your own clock together, learning will be so much more fun! In this article, we’ll show you how to make this awesome didactic toy.
Mirror, mirror on the wall… You wink with your left eye and your mirror image winks with the right. What an annoying copycat! Well, it’s not his fault – that’s how reflection works. We will learn all about it, but also show something even cooler – refraction
Will it sink or will it float? Answering that question is one of the favorite activity of the preschoolers. But how can we tell? Stop the guesswork and learn what really determines it. And as a bonus, you can eat an orange!
Today we will play with the fire – but won’t get burned (hopefully!). Let’s explore what happens when we put a glass over a burning candle that is surrounded by some water. It looks like magic, but as always it’s only science!
What is the Fidget Spinner, the little gadget that world has gone wild for? Let’s find out how we can make our own Fidget spinner, what is the science behind it and why is it so addictive to play with
You probably know how Children just love to touch and squeeze everything they see. Why not fulfill that need with the Sensory Bag? With this great Do it Yourself activity, your Child will learn and enjoy a wide spectrum of sensory stimulus
Looking for some toy that is great for emotional regulation and sensory development? Well, look no further. Find out how you can make your own Sensory Bottle and use it to a great effect
Term sensory play can seem like another fad, brought up to confuse parents and add yet another task to their already overloaded to-do list. However, it’s nothing new and revolutionary, just a name for the many activities that children are naturally engaging in – activities in which they explore the world around them using their senses.
Mhmm, ice cream… Who doesn’t like it? If you are a fan of an ice cream on a stick or a popsicle you probably threw away many sticks. Not that we count! 🙂 But there are many great ways to use those sticks and today we will show you how to use them to make AN awesome catapult
