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Two faces each with one eye visible

Why do we need two eyes to see?

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Ever wondered why we have two eyes (and not one, three or more)? Find how your two eyes work together in this hands-on activity.

Why is everything so small down there?

Why is everything so small down there?

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Explore how we see things far and near and from different angles. It's all about perspective!

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Why is it colder in the winter even though the Earth is closer to the Sun?

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Learn why we have seasons in this hands on activity.

Why is rain not salty?

Why is rain not salty?

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Make a model of the water cycle and find out how water moves around on planet Earth.

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Why are peas and corn classed as starches on food guides?

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Learn how test foods for starch.

Why can we see shadows at night?

Why can we see shadows at night?

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Take a walk after dark to find shadows.

Why do leaves change colour in the fall?

Why do leaves change colour in the fall?

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How do the green leaves of summer change to vibrant colours in fall? Explore plant pigments in this chromatography activity.

Why do oil and water not mix?

Why do oil and water not mix?

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What chemistry determines how oil and water behave when mixed? Explore the mixing of oil and water and the density of liquids in this activity.

Why do raisins dance in soda pop?

Why do raisins dance in soda pop?

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Let them bop ‘til they drop! What causes these raisins to reach new heights in this hands on activity?

What is in blood?

What is in blood?

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Make a model of blood and learn about the function of each of the parts that makes up blood.

What is the best way to clean up an oil spill?

What is the best way to clean up an oil spill?

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Learn about the properties of materials and the challenges of cleaning up an oil spill in this activity.

What is the Greenhouse Effect?

What is the Greenhouse Effect?

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Explore the greenhouse effect and learn about the impacts it can have on the environment.

Circle of colours

What is white light?

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Find out what happens if you spin the colours of the rainbow in this hands-on activity.

The planet Mars

What is your weight on another planet?

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Do you weigh the same on Jupiter as you do on Earth? Learn to calculate your weight on a different planet.

What kinds of transportation are there?

What kinds of transportation are there?

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Go on a transportation scavenger hunt in this hands-on activity. How many different types of vehicles can you identify?