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Exploring Materials: Nano Gold
NISE NetworkAdd to list DetailsIn this activity, learners discover that nanoparticles of gold can appear red, orange or even blue. They learn that a material can act differently when it’s nanometer-sized. Use this activity to...
Exploring Materials: Thin Films
NISE NetworkAdd to list DetailsIn this activity, learners create a colorful bookmark using a super thin layer of nail polish on water. Learners discover that a thin film creates iridescent, rainbow colors. This is a very fun and...
Designer Ears: Make “better” ears!
The ExploratoriumAdd to list DetailsFind out what it would be like to have ears shaped differently from your own! Design and make different animal ears then try them out. Produced by the Exploratorium, this activity uses simple, off...
Strong Shapes
Science Museum of MinnesotaAdd to list DetailsIs a square stronger than a triangle? Use tongue depressors to build simple shapes. Then apply a little weight to them and see what happens! This activity comes with useful tips for building the...
Rainbow Film
NISE NetworkAdd to list DetailsIn this activity, learners use clear nail polish to create a beautiful iridescent pattern on black paper. Learners discover that a thin film creates iridescent, rainbow colors. This is a very fun...