by msander | Mar 22, 2018 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
It’s important for kids and parents to know the risks associated with sweet alcoholic beverages and mixing alcohol with caffeine Source: What you should know about high-alcohol, high-sugar drinks and caffeinated energy drinks
by msander | Mar 19, 2018 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Biology, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
People have been getting tattoos for thousands of years, but we’ve never quite been sure why the ink sticks around under our skin. A group of researchers now think they might have the answer. Plus, scientists are on the road to making drought-proof plants!...
by msander | Mar 15, 2018 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
If you ever find a “gold” penny in your pocket of change, don’t quit your day job. It’s either the work of a Leprechaun or a classroom of young alchemists who are practicing their metal changing skills. Steve Spangler has two young alchemist in...
by msander | Mar 8, 2018 | Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
The discrepant event of placing a red sponge in a red solution and having it turn blue is sure to capture your students’ attention and stimulate a lively discussion of possible explanations. The indicator sponge is saturated with congo red solution. Congo red is a...
by msander | Feb 28, 2018 | Gr 7-8 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry
There’s nothing like a good hand warmer in your glove when you’re skiing. But how do they work? Our science guy Steve Spangler uncovers the science secret that makes your hand warmer work. Contact Steve Spangler at steve@stevespangler.com Contact Steve’s business...
by msander | Feb 26, 2018 | Gr 4-6 Science & Tech, Gr 9-10 Science, Gr. 11-12 Chemistry, Gr. 11-12 Physics
The Christmas lecturer Saiful Islam tries to break the world record for the world’s largest lemon battery. Programme website: Programme website:...
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