Hands on activity. Join us as we adventure into the Amazon Rainforest, with introductions to environmental science and how biomimicry is used in everyday life, including a hands-on slime extravaganza!
Category: In-Class Demonstrations
Engage your students in exciting, hands-on STEM activities and small-scale demonstrations. We can do multiple sessions of any of the choices below in a single school day.
Acids, Bases, and Ocean Acidification
Small-scale demonstration. Using a homemade pH indicator, students generate hypotheses and examine the acidic and basic properties of a variety of household items. This provides the conceptual framework for students to then participate in an inquiry-driven activity exploring ocean acidification.
The Magic of Static Electricity
Hands-on activity & small-scale demonstration. Through a series of hands-on experiments, students investigate the characteristics of static electricity. We then discuss how static electricity is generated through the use of a Van de Graaff generator.
DNA Extraction
Hands-on activity. Join us as we search for the buried treasure: DNA! Students will learn about the properties of DNA and how we can use household items to extract DNA from fruit.
Wacky Waving Wands
Hands-on activity. Students learn the concept of open and closed circuits through the design of a magical LED wand. We explore insulators, conductors, and the flow of electricity in this hands-on activity.
