by Nikki Guichet | Nov 3, 2021 | Education, STEM
Learn about hydrophobicity, density, and surface tension with the soap and pepper experiment! Key Words: Hydrophobic Density Surface tension MATERIALS: PepperA bowl with waterSoap ( only about the size of a pea)Optional: Q-tip Step 1: First, you need to...
by Nikki Guichet | Nov 3, 2021 | Education, STEM
Learn about density through this fun experiment! MATERIALS: Dish SoapOlive OilVinegar (We’re using apple cider vinegar)Clear container or cup Key Words: Density Mass Volume Immiscible Step 1: Take your container or cup, and pour your dish soap...
by Nikki Guichet | Oct 22, 2021 | Education, STEM
Don’t break the surface tension! See how many water drops you can fit on the surface of a penny. Can you beat Ms. Nikki? Materials: PenniesPaper plate or towelEye dropper or micropippette Let us know how many drops of water you are able to get up to in the...
by Nikki Guichet | Oct 22, 2021 | Education, STEM
Create your very own slime! Materials: White Elmers Glue Baking soda Liquid food coloring Mixing bowl Measuring tools ToothpickContact lens solution Step 1: Gather supplies; Step 2: Pour ⅔ cup of glue into a bowl. Step 3: Add 1-2 drops...
by Nikki Guichet | Oct 22, 2021 | Family, STEM
Members challenge your friends with this fun, simple, low-prep STEAM activity! Challenge: Create the tallest freestanding tower possible by challenging your friends through text or email. Materials: Sheets of PaperMailing Labels or tapeYardstick or Ruler (the taller...
by Nikki Guichet | Oct 21, 2021 | STEM
Do you think paper is strong enough to hold up books? Find out with Ms. Nikki in this Paper Structure Challenge. You’ll need: Sheets of paper Books Let us know if you succeeded in the comments...
