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Toy Chemistry
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In this playful, goopy activity, learners mix two liquids to create a solid (that sometimes acts like a liquid ), using basic household materials such as borax and glue.

Exploring Materials: Hydrogel
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In this activity, learners discover how a super-absorbing material can be used to move a straw.

What Counts in Bounce
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In this activity learners compare the bounciness of warm and cold racquetballs to see if temperature makes a difference in how well they bounce.

Spaghetti Strength
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In this activity on page 7 of the PDF, learners explore how engineers characterize building materials.

Glitter Slime
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Our bodies defend themselves in many different ways to prevent us from getting sick.

Special Effects Using Household Chemicals
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In this activity on page 4 of the PDF (Behind the Scenes with Chemistry), learners make some special effects, including snow and breaking glass, with supplies found in the home.

Exploring A Hydrogel
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In this activity on page 10 of the PDF, learners develop an experiment to answer the following question: "How much water can the hydrogel in a baby diaper hold?" Use this activity to explore polymers,

Exploring Fabrication: Gummy Capsules
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In this activity, learners make self-assembled polymer spheres.