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Egg Drop
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Perform this classic inertia demonstration to illustrate the transfer of potential energy to kinetic energy.
Rubber Band Racer
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In this activity, learners construct speedy vehicles made out of paper plates and powered by twisted rubber bands.
Paddle Boat
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In this activity, learners build an old-fashioned paddle boat out of simple materials.
On Target
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In this design challenge activity, learners modify a cup so it can carry a marble down a zip line and also drop it onto a target.
Catapult
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In this activity, learners build mini catapults using paint paddles and a spoon. Use this activity to introduce learners to forces and projectile motion.
A Slime By Any Other Name
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This fun video explains how to make a batch of oobleck (or slime) and why this special substance is known as a "non-Newtonian" fluid. Watch as Mr.
Egg Drop Trick
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In this activity, learners explore the real science behind an egg drop "magic trick." Learners will wow their families by harnessing gravity, friction and motion to make 3 eggs fall off of their pedes
Marshmallow Puff Tube
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In this demonstration/activity, learners observe as a regular size marshmallow is blown through a tube made from a manila file folder.
Balloon Car
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In this activity, learners explore force and motion by constructing cardboard cars that are propelled by balloons.
Water Motor
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In this physics activity (page 10 of the PDF), learners will explore how energy from moving water can be used.