Mystery Powders
Students investigate the properties of a variety of everyday solids (powders) and liquids to determine the identity of an unknown solid (mystery powder).
Why do oil and water not mix?
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.
What is the best way to clean up an oil spill?
Learn about the properties of materials and the challenges of cleaning up an oil spill in this activity.
What happens when we mix liquids?
Mix it up! What happens when you mix different liquids? Learn about the properties of liquids as you get mixing.
Properties of Liquids and Solids
Students develop and apply observing, comparing & contrasting and predicting skills as they explore the properties of common liquids and solids.
Is it a liquid or a solid?
Make some goop that has the properties of a liquid and a solid.
How can I make glue?
Discover how to use some common kitchen ingredients to make glue.
Design & Build a Dam
Students will work collaboratively to design and build a dam that holds back a given volume of water for a certain time.
Can we make butter?
Do you like butter? Find out how easy it is to make!