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In this demonstration, learners explore the thermal properties of rubber. Learners investigate whether a rubber band contracts or expands when heated.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 14 - adult 10 to 30 minutes
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This quick demonstration (on page 11 of PDF) allows learners to understand why scientists think water ice could remain frozen in always-dark craters at the poles of the Moon.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 6 - adult 5 to 10 minutes
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Learners use a mortar and pestle to extract clove oil from cloves using denatured alcohol. They put this oil on paper, which they can take home.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 14 - adult 5 to 10 minutes
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This hands-on activity demonstrates how a material can act differently when it's nanometer-sized.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 6 - adult Under 5 minutes
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Learners write their initials by applying different clear "magic ink" solutions to separate pieces of paper and then "develop" the inks with other clear solutions.

$1 - $5 per group Ages 14 - adult Under 5 minutes
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Using recycled materials, learners will design a transportation vehicle to carry an egg in an egg toss (a rudimentary model of a shock absorbent transport vessel).

$1 - $5 per group Ages 8 - adult 1 to 2 hours