Winter means a lot of indoor time, and I've learned that science experiments are a lifesaver on those long, cold days. The best part? You don't need anything fancy. Baking soda, vinegar, food ...

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Our final experiment we shared with the kids at Plainfield Child Care was a chemical reaction between baking soda and vinegar. It sort of illustrates a volcanic eruption, ...

It’s really true—science can be fun! Engaging kids with hands-on experiments activates multiple parts of the brain, which means they’re more likely to retain what they’ve learned. Children will ...

As the Easter school holidays get underway, here are five egg-citing chemistry experiments for families to try at home.

Materials needed for our list of simple chemistry experiments with everyday materials: Liquid starch, 2 bowls, water, clear glue (PVA), food color by choice and soda. Pour a little bit of liquid ...

Beth Harris, our favorite science educator, is back for another easy experiment to help fill the time before the kids go back to school after this long winter break. Beth Harris, our favorite science ...

Beth Harris, Raleigh mom and science educator, returns today with a really fun and easy experiment for kids to try - runaway pepper! All you need is a bowl of water, ground pepper, a cotton swab and ...

Science experiments aren’t only for the classroom. They can also be a fun and educational way to explore the world around us from the comfort of our homes, no matter our age. Whether you’re a parent ...

Simple machines make work easier to do. But how? Join Joan at the Discovery Center of Idaho as she tries various experiments with simple machines. Science Trek is available to stream on pbs.org and ...